15 Open All-Star Team – Pin Hitters
We know Emerald City Classic was almost two months ago but better late than never, right? It did not seem right to miss out on spotlighting spectacular athletes that had a stellar showing at the tournament just because the tournament…
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Continue ReadingWe know Emerald City Classic was almost two months ago but better late than never, right? It did not seem right to miss out on spotlighting spectacular athletes that had a stellar showing at the tournament just because the tournament was a little bit ago. With over 160 athletes in the 15 Open team, we have narrowed it down to 25 ALL-STARS. These 25 athletes proved themselves invaluable to their teams success over the three-day tournament.
Below are the nine standout pin hitters that made it on the 15U Open All-Star Team from the Emerald City Classic.
Madi Andrews l Athena 14-1 Gold l 2026 l 6’0” l OH l Nelson High School
Andrews was a powerhouse six-rotation outside hitter for the Athena 14-1 team. One of the top pin hitters in the 2026 class, it is no surprise she is a major impact for the team. Shouldering the brunt of the offensive load, she is explosive in transition with an insanely fast arm swing. Across the back row she exhibits solid ball control.
Laura Eichert l WVBA 15 Adidas l 2026 l 5’11” l OH l Cavalero Mid-High
Noted as the 15 Open Finals Player of the Game, it is no surprise Eichert would also be given a spot on the 15 Open All-Star team. Her attacking skills are deadly, she hits a variety of sets and places the ball in a variety of spots on the court. Carrying a bulk of the offensive load for WVBA 15-1, her play was vital in the team’s 15 Open championship win.
Ella Neubauer l SIVBC 15-1 Typhoon l 2025 l 6’0” l OH l Eastlake High School
Neubauer was an all-around outside hitter for the SIVBC 15-1 team. Long and lanky, she is fast, with a big, explosive approach. She can absolutely obliterate the ball down the line. Across the back row, her ball control is steady on both defense and serve receive.
Nora Prophater Nora Prophater 5'11" | RS Mercer Island | 2025 State WA l SIVBC 15-1 Typhoon l 2025 l 5’11 l RS/MB l Mercer Island High School
Prophater is a dominant right-side attacker for the SIVBC 15-1 team. A leftie, she thrives on the right pin. She is relied on a lot to put the ball away, and with an explosive approach and a hammer of an arm, she typically does.
Sadie Ross l OVJA 14-1 Gold l 2026 l 6’1” l OH l Jesuit High School
Ross was utilized as a six-rotation outside hitter for the OJVA 14-1 team. She has a cannon of an arm, and when she connects with the ball, proves lethal. Her defensive pursuit and quick reaction time proved invaluable in the 15 Open semi-finals.
Emma Sandberg l CPA 15 Elite l 2025 l 5’7” l OH/RS l Gonzaga Prep High School
Sandberg was an all-around pin hitter for the CPA 15-1 team. With an explosive vertical jump and a heavy arm, she proves deadly from anywhere on the court. Her serves are controlled with excellent placement, causing lots of service aces and disruptions to opponents.
Ali Skagen l NPJ Seattle 15-1 National l 2025 l 5’9” l OH l Kentwood High School
Skagen was a standout six-rotation attacker for the NPJ 15-1 team. An athletic and dynamic player, she shouldered a huge amount of the offensive load. Her attacking is multifaceted and she is utilized in both the front and back row for the attack.
Georgia Terrell l WVBA 15 Adidas l 2025 l 5’9” l OH l Lake Washington High School
Terrell was one of three outside hitters on the WVBA 15-1 team in rotation. Showcasing significant improvement over the past club season, she is well on her way to becoming a dominant 2025 outside hitter. An athletic attacker with a high contact point, she is relied on when on the court to put the ball away.
Check out the setters, middle blockers, and liberos that also made the 15 Open All-Star team!