2023 Rankings Update: Stock-Risers

<p>The Class of 2023 in the state of Michigan is one of the best in some time.</p> <p>The players at the top are truly amongst the best in the nation.</p> <p>Just this week, we updated our 2023 Player Rankings. A number of players made some big climbs after a standout prep season.</p> <p>Here’s a look at the players that made the biggest moves upward.</p> <h4><strong>8. [player_tooltip player_id="66330" first="Ella" last="Schomer"], OH Marian/Michigan Elite</strong></h4> [caption id="attachment_130397" align="alignright" width="240"]<img class="wp-image-130397" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pd/uploads/2021/02/46_Ella-Schomer2-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="240" /> [player_tooltip player_id="66330" first="Ella" last="Schomer"][/caption] <p>Schomer was an unsung hero for the Marian championship run this past fall. Someone who could have been a featured, six-rotation outside almost anywhere, Schomer provided a great compliment to her peers while taking on a larger role in key matches. Schomer moved from 13th to No. 8 in our latest rankings and is in line for a big opportunity in the next year.</p> <h4><strong>11. [player_tooltip player_id="66314" first="Kennedy" last="Louisell"], OH Forest Hills Northern/FaR Out</strong></h4> <p>Louisell really made a big climb, going from No. 26 to No. 11 in our latest rankings. She was a dominant six-rotation outside for FHN, who really shined in big events like the Beast of the East Tournament. Louisell has tremendous power from the front and back row and can jump out of the building while moving smoothly on defense.</p> <h4><strong>12. [player_tooltip player_id="108718" first="Erin" last="Madigan"], S Dakota/Legacy</strong></h4> <p>Madigan had a breakout year while leading Dakota to the Division 1 semifinals. That helped her move from No. 30 to No. 12. A 6’1” setter, Madigan provides great length at the position, making her a tough blocker as well. She’s able to run a fast offense at Dakota, paired alongside a lot of length at the net.</p> <h4><strong>14. [player_tooltip player_id="108759" first="Raegan" last="Lantz"], OH West Ottawa/MVA</strong></h4> <p>Lantz is a 6’1” hitter that is able to move to middle from the outside if needed. She climbs from No. 22 to No. 14 in our latest rankings. Lantz has been a big climber over the years, as she was No. 45 just a year ago. She’s tirelessly working to improve her game and prove she’s one of the best in the state.</p> <h4><strong>16. [player_tooltip player_id="66334" first="Neele’ge’" last="Sims"], OH Corunna/Michigan Elite</strong></h4> <p>After tragedy struck and left Sims’ playing future in doubt over a year ago, she has shown her resiliency and heart by coming back with a great junior season at Corunna. Sims was a force to be reckoned with all over the court and from the service line. She is up to No. 16 in our rankings after sliding to 19th last summer.</p> <h4><strong>20. [player_tooltip player_id="110323" first="Lexi" last="Smith"], L/DS Anchor Bay/Legacy</strong></h4> <p>Smith has been a great defensive leader for the Tars. She’s quick to act and gives her all to every point. Her scrappiness has propelled her into our top 20 after sitting at 24th in the previous rankings.</p> <h4><strong>22. [player_tooltip player_id="66299" first="Sarah" last="Dunn"], OH Forest Hills Central/FaR Out</strong></h4> <p>Dunn was just a productive machine for FHC this past fall. She led a talented hitting group with 406 kills, while still amassing 452 digs and 50 aces. Dunn has great range and moves very seamlessly around the floor. Her efforts moved her up to No. 22 from No. 27.</p> <h4><strong>23. [player_tooltip player_id="108716" first="Emily" last="May"], OH Coopersville/Inside Out</strong></h4> [caption id="attachment_161704" align="alignright" width="233"]<img class="wp-image-161704 size-medium" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pd/uploads/2021/10/DSC_9090-233x300.jpg" alt="" width="233" height="300" /> [player_tooltip player_id="108716" first="Emily" last="May"][/caption] <p>Another great and long hitter from Coopersville, May seems to get better with each set she plays. Standing 6’1”, May moves like someone much smaller, but still delivers the tremendous power you’d expect from her size. May is up to No. 23 in our latest rankings, up six spots from No. 29.</p> <p><strong>Other Risers:</strong> 32. Ella McAllister, Marshall/FaR Out (PR: NR); 34. [player_tooltip player_id="140491" first="Paige" last="Sanders"], Grandville/FaR Out (PR: NR); 39. [player_tooltip player_id="66338" first="Emma" last="Thamarus"], Dakota/Legacy (PR: 42); 42. [player_tooltip player_id="173600" first="Sawyer" last="Jones"], Berkley/Michigan Elite (PR: NR); 46. [player_tooltip player_id="173601" first="Jenna" last="Sayles"], Davison/Five1 (PR: NR); 47. [player_tooltip player_id="173602" first="Olivia" last="Krill"], Lakeland/Team Detroit (PR: NR); 48. [player_tooltip player_id="173603" first="Kennedy" last="Hudson"], Lakeland/L2 (PR: NR); 49. [player_tooltip player_id="173604" first="Sydney" last="Low"], Canton/Legacy (PR: NR).</p>