Updated Rankings For The Class Of ’21: The Available Pins
We’ve released the new-and-improved rankings for Indiana for the class of 2021. A few changes have happened, a LOT of commitments, but there are still players that are more than capable of making a difference somewhere at the next level.…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve released the new-and-improved rankings for Indiana for the class of 2021. A few changes have happened, a LOT of commitments, but there are still players that are more than capable of making a difference somewhere at the next level. Here’s my five to watch that pound from the pins.
Jada Allen Jada Allen 6'1" | OH Fishers | 2021 State IN , 6-1, OH, Munciana
Jada is a high-flying, heavy-hitting outside that can play either pin, but looks most comfortable on the left. Miss Allen had committed to Xavier when playing at a different club a few years ago, but decommitted to find the perfect fit and train full time at Munciana. Even if she’s only used as a three-rotation outside, she should be committed to a roster SOMEWHERE.
Natalie Miles Natalie Miles 5'9" | OH Jay County | 2021 State IN , 5-9, OH, Munciana
A different type of outside hitter than Jada listed above, Natalie is a six-rotation outside through and through. Her ball control, shot selection and competitive spirit shows on every point, in every match, every time. Although considered undersized by today’s standards for outsides, Natalie should do well as a plug-and-play OH2 at a smaller school.
Lauren Baker Lauren Baker 5'11" | OH Penn | 2021 State IN , 5-10, OH, Team Pineapple
A few months back, I listed Lauren’s YouTube video, “The Quarantine Grind”, as one of the best self evaluations out there for available recruits. She’s just as affable off the court as she is competitive while playing. Driving nearly two hours one way to club practice, Lauren is a two-sport stud (outdoor track being the other, I believe) that can handle either pin at the next level. A gym rat by nature, Lauren’s work ethic and athleticism alone should earn her a roster spot in college soon enough.
Maggie Connell Maggie Connell 5'8" | OH Seymour | 2021 State IN , 5-8, OH, Cougar
It is my understanding that Maggie and the Cougar Volleyball Club are still playing in this different environment called a pandemic, but I haven’t seen them play since club started. What I do know about Miss Connell is that she’s a six-rotation outside that has all of the shots offensively while being a solid defender. At a larger school, Maggie pans out to being a three-rotation DS and backup left side, but she’s most comfortable as a six-rotation OH2, probably at a small school.
Emma Hirchak Emma Hirchak 5'11" | OH Garrett | 2021 State IN , 5-11, OH, Team Pineapple
Emma is a full-go, no-quit, relentless six-rotation attacker that excels in a fast offense. She is above average in serve receive and attacks high and hard. A long and lean attacker, she would be best used as a left side at the next level.