Top Athletes Competing in the Badger Region Power League
The Badger Region Power League kicks off this weekend and there are sure to be some great matches! Across the state, teams will be competing in the first of three weekends that comprise the Badger Region Power League. Here are…
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Continue ReadingThe Badger Region Power League kicks off this weekend and there are sure to be some great matches! Across the state, teams will be competing in the first of three weekends that comprise the Badger Region Power League.
Here are some of the top athletes who will be competing in the Badger Region Power League.
Natalie Harris Natalie Harris 5'7" | DS/L Racine Case | 2023 State WI – Wisconsin Juniors 17-1 – Class of 2023 – Libero
Natalie is an incredible libero who sees the court with a practiced eye. She is efficient in everything she does and communicates very well. Natalie is great in defense and serve receive. She is an all-around great athlete who is an asset to any team she is on.
Lilly Bandle Lilly Bandle 6'1" | MB West Bend East | 2023 State WI – I AM VBC 17 Red – Class of 2023 – Middle
Lilly is an explosive middle that is sure to have a huge impact for her team this weekend. She is aggressive at the net and is very efficient with her hits. A few plays from Lilly can turn an entire game around. She brings energy, leadership, and momentum to the court. Lilly is a very valuable athlete who is the whole package as an athlete and leader.
Sydney Selberg – Wisconsin Juniors 17-1 – Class of 2023 – Setter
Syndey is a lethal setter who moves the ball around with ease. She has a sneaky tip that is very hard to defend. Sydney has great hands and a high volleyball IQ. She utilizes her hitters very well and is dynamic on defense and from the service line.
Avary Hamilton – Milwaukee Juniors 17 Elite – Class of 2023 – Setter
Avary is a gritty setter who has solid hands. She moves well across the court and has a lot of experience in the setter position. Avary is an athlete who continues to learn and develop on every point she plays. She works well with her hitters and moves the ball around well.
Lillian Thundercloud Lillian Thundercloud 5'3" | DS/L Greenfield | 2022 State WI – Southwest VBC 18-1 – Class of 2022 – Libero
Lillian has super-fast reactions to anything coming over the net. She makes big plays in even bigger moments. Lillian is the type of athlete who can be relied upon in tight matches to make plays. She is consistent and has great form.
Emma Bortulin – Southwest VBC 17 Blue – Class of 2023 – Middle/Outside
Emma is a truly dynamic athlete. And an athlete she is. She can hit across the net. As a pin or in the middle she can execute. Emma can earn points for her team and does just that. She had almost 300 kills and nearly 100 aces during this high school season alone. She is an athlete to watch in the class of 2023.
Grace Martens – 414 18 Elite – Class of 2022 – Outside Hitter
Grace is a 6-rotation outside who can execute in every rotation. She has a powerful swing but is just as valuable in defense, serve receive, and from the service line. She is a dependable athlete who can make even the toughest plays look easy. She has a deep tool-box of shots that help her earn points for her team.
Hadley Strohkirch Hadley Strohkirch 5'8" | DS/L Oconomowoc | 2022 State WI – 414 18 Elite – Class of 2022 – Libero
Hadley has incredible ball control and is one of the best liberos in her class. She helped lead Oconomowoc to their first ever state championship this past season and was also a key part of the Badger Region High-Performance team last summer. Hadley reads opponents incredibly well and is an awesome libero from start to finish.
Elayna Christensen Elayna Christensen 5'10" | DS/L Freedom | 2023 State WI – FVP 18 Blue – Class of 2023 – Libero
Elayna is an energetic leader on the court who brings a lot of value to every team she plays on. She has good form, solid ball control, and great leadership skills. Elayna has a natural ability to communicate well with her hitters and fellow teammates.
Grace Fruzen – FC Elite 16 White – Class of 2024 – Setter
Grace is a dynamic athlete who goes all in. As a sophomore, she earned honorable mention in her conference and had over 500 assists and 200 digs. She is solid in everything she does and has great endurance. Grace makes smart decisions and has huge potential on the court.
Stella Marrero Stella Marrero 5'7" | DS/L Kenosha Christian Life | 2024 State WI – Wisconsin Juniors 16-1 – Class of 2024 – Libero
Stella is a great libero who seems to know exactly where she needs to be. She has great form and makes huge plays on defense and serve receive. Her movement on the court is confident and smooth and her communication is just as good. Stella is an athlete to watch in the class of 2024.