Next Five: Pins In The Class Of 2024
Only a couple more “Next Five” series articles for the state of Indiana, and we’re talking about pin attackers today. It just so happens that we’re only talking about outsides in this edition, but some could probably double as a…
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Continue ReadingOnly a couple more “Next Five” series articles for the state of Indiana, and we’re talking about pin attackers today. It just so happens that we’re only talking about outsides in this edition, but some could probably double as a right side as well.
Ava Utterback Ava Utterback 5'10" | OH Plainfield | 2024 State #24 Nation IN , 5-10, OH, Circle City 15 Purple
A primary-passing six-rotation outside that can double as a right side from time to time because of her size is exactly what you get from Miss Utterback. Her whip of an arm, smooth athleticism, and natural volleyball ability will carry her far, and she’s already seen early club success for Circle’s 15-1 this spring. Currently jump touching at 9-7, I’m hoping she can make it to ten feet by the end of her sophomore season at Plainfield. Stay tuned.
Sophie Ledbetter Sophie Ledbetter 5'9" | DS/L Hamilton Southeastern | 2024 State IN , 5-9, OH, Academy 15 Elite Venom
Although her attack touch isn’t quite as high as Ava’s, Sophie’s background as a defensive wizard looks to be more polished than the Plainfield product listed above. She doubles as a softball stud as well, and excels in both. She’s top 50 on our list, and top 100 in the Indy Star softball list for this class as well. Her fast feet, springy quickness and all-around athleticism suits her well in both, and the 15-1s at Academy already have a couple of top five finishes this club season in open.
Lauren Lewis Lauren Lewis 5'10" | OH Hamilton Heights | 2024 State IN , 5-10, OH, Munciana 15 Open Lorax
Already a starting outside as a freshman for her high school squad, Lauren sees time as a three-rotation outside for Munciana’s 15-1 program. Her serve receive is developing, and her volleyball acuity is improving simply from her Munciana training. I look forward to her development, especially in her ball control.
Madison Evett Madison Evett 6'1" | OH Hamilton Southeastern | 2024 State IN , 6-0, RS/OH, Team Indiana Elite 15
Our second Hamilton Southeastern Royal on this list, Maddi spent the majority of her time on the right side in high school. With the ability to play on either pin as a three-rotation option, her size is a massive advantage over some other pin players on this list. I like her fast arm, her ability to hit multiple angles, and her blocking ability.
Sienna Foster Sienna Foster 5'9" | OH Benton Central | 2024 State IN , 5-9, OH, Boiler Juniors 15 Elite Gold
From Benton Central, Sienna hits a high and heavy ball, and has already won major tournaments at both the club and high school levels as a freshman. This is a smooth athlete who can play all the way around and hit on both pins with ease. The skills are there; I’m looking forward to watching her strength and jump touch join those skills.