2024 Middles Ranked in the Top 50
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Middle hitters are the key to both a successful offense and defense. Their block sets the defense up for success and on offense they tend to be explosive and efficient. Here are the middles ranked in the top 50 in…
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Continue ReadingMiddle hitters are the key to both a successful offense and defense. Their block sets the defense up for success and on offense they tend to be explosive and efficient. Here are the middles ranked in the top 50 in the class of 2024.
Anna Bjork Anna Bjork 6'3" | MB Oconomowoc | 2024 State #54 Nation WI – Milwaukee Sting 16 Gold
Anna is explosive, energetic, and incredibly talented. She is quick on the court and is engaged in every play. Her connection with setter Lilly Wagner Lilly Wagner 6'0" | S Oconomowoc | 2024 State #42 Nation WI is amazing. Anna moves around the court efficiently and is a huge impact player on this truly amazing team.
Emma Nilson Emma Nilson 6'1" | MB Fox Valley Lutheran | 2024 State WI – FC Elite 16 Navy
Emma is powerful and explosive on the court. She can hit across the net including both in front of and behind the setter. She seems to move seamlessly which can be extremely challenging for a lot of middle hitters to master. Emma is a key player on this very talented 16 Navy team who has had some incredibly early-season success.
Reese Ptacek Reese Ptacek 6'3" | MB Prescott | 2024 State #59 Nation WI – Northern Lights 16-1
Reese is quick on her feet and lightning-fast. She closes blocks consistently and reads opposing offenses well. Her speed allows her to outrun some blockers and she has a high reach and quick arm swing that makes her very valuable on offense as well. Reese excels in every aspect of being a middle.
Olivia Wyma Olivia Wyma 6'4" | MB Arrowhead | 2024 State WI – Milwaukee Sting 16 Gold
Olivia has some incredible potential. Every time I see her play, she develops and improves on the court. She is a solid athlete with good power on her swings and an imposing block. Olivia is disciplined in her movement across the court and is aggressive at the net.
Ella Skogman Ella Skogman 6'2" | MB Waukesha West | 2024 State WI – Milwaukee Sting 16 Black
Ella has really come into her own the last few years. She reads opponents very well and does a good job closing blocks. She moves around the court well and has really developed running plays behind her setter. Ella adjusts well to different sets and can find good shots on the court.
Lauren Fischer Lauren Fischer 6'1" | MB St. Marys Catholic Neenah | 2024 State WI – FC Elite 16 White
Lauren is a well-rounded middle with a lot to offer any team she is on. She can hit well across the net. From her competitive serve to her efficiency on offense and massive block, Lauren is consistent and impactful every time she is on the court.
Kelsey Cooper Kelsey Cooper 6'1" | MB St. Croix Falls | 2024 State WI – MN Select 16-1
Kelsey is incredibly athletic, dynamic, and powerful. She moves around the court with ease and is engaged in every play on the court. She can power through blocks and has a fast arm swing that allows her to push through seams before the block can close.