2025 Saint Louis Hitters to Watch
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Freshman hitters are in abundance in the Saint Louis area. Here are five that have started the year being the go-to players. Reagan Nelson | Pattonville I’ve already written a bit of Reagan in a previous article. She is…
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Continue ReadingFreshman hitters are in abundance in the Saint Louis area. Here are five that have started the year being the go-to players.
Reagan Nelson | Pattonville
I’ve already written a bit of Reagan in a previous article. She is already a leader for her high school team and six rotation players leading her team in kills, digs, and serve reception. Very fluid all over the court with a wicked line shot and a roll shot that catches the defense sleeping. I can’t wait to see what she does over her career for the Pirates.
Hannah Leftridge | St. Pius X
Another player from a power program that’s helping her Lancers start the year 10-3-3. With 118 kills on the year and a season-high 14 in a 2-0 win over Windsor. Great defender and passer with a considerable upside to her game.
Jordan Smith Jordan Smith 6'4" | OH Francis Howell Central | 2025 State #59 Nation MO | Howell Central
I can’t say enough about this player, and after watching her last week, I see what the hype is all about. A 6’2 six rotation player that puts up a monster of a right-side block. With excellent footwork and a high volleyball IQ, she’s the top point production player for the Spartans. She is currently 1st in kills, 2nd in blocks, and 3rd in digs for her team; keep an eye on her for the next four years.
Katherine St. John | Jackson
The Indians are doing it again. Last year they started a 6’1 freshman outside hitter, and now Katherine has stepped into that role. Leading Jackson in kills on the season with a season-high 16 in a 5 set win over Dexter. With more time and games played, she should be the difference-maker for Jackson.
Maya Witherspoon Maya Witherspoon 5'11" | OH Lafayette | 2025 State #44 Nation MO | Lafayette
Here’s the next superstar that will come out of Lafayette. The power program every year has one freshman making significant contributions. To say she’s making contributions is an understatement—one of the best freshmen I’ve watched this season. Usually a middle but hits in all three positions at the net. A quick, agile player that transitions off the net and runs a sweet slide. Already a very skilled six rotation player for one of the best high school programs in the state.