10 Must-Know Opposites

Nejari Crooks | 2027 | OPP/S | Wesleyan Christian Academy | Penn State

Nejari Crooks is one of the most explosive athletes in the 2027 class. The 6-foot-1 Penn State commit brings plenty of power to the opposite position, with a 124 approach touch and 119 block touch. Her athleticism allows her to attack from different areas of the court and make plays even when the ball isn't perfectly in system. Crooks has already built an impressive résumé, earning five USA Volleyball NTDP selections, U19 National Team honors and a gold medal at the 2025 U19 Pan American Cup. She is also a 2025 AVCA First Team All-American, NCSAA Player of the Year and two-time PTAC Player of the Year, along with three NCISAA 4A All-State selections. With a 95.9 PPV, Crooks is a must-know opposite with both the athleticism and high-level experience to make an immediate impact at Penn State.

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Olivia Greenwood | 2027 | OPP/OH | Cathedral Catholic High School | Rice

Olivia Greenwood is one of the more polished offensive opposites in the 2027 class. The 6-foot-1 Rice commit has a long, efficient attacking style that allows her to score both line and cross-court, with a 118 approach touch and 114 block touch. Her offensive efficiency is a major strength, while her blocking continues to take another step forward. Greenwood also earned 2025 Vollapalooza All-Tournament honors and currently carries a 92 PPV. As she heads to Rice and eventually the Big XII, continued development in her explosiveness and strength could take an already effective offensive game to another level.

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Mesa Jameson | 2028 | OPP/MB | Northern Lights | Pitt

Mesa Jameson brings plenty of power and versatility to the 2028 class. The 6-foot-3 Pitt commit can attack from multiple areas of the court, with the ability to go line or cross-court while using her strength to challenge blocks. Her 94.9 PPV reflects the high level she is already playing at. Jameson has also benefited from extensive USA Volleyball NTDP training, continuing to develop her game against some of the top competition in her age group. With her combination of size, power and positional versatility, she is a must-know opposite heading into the next chapter of her career.

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Faith Gandy | 2028 | OPP/MB | Oak Ridge High School | Purdue

Faith Gandy brings a strong combination of size and athleticism to the 2028 class. The 6-foot-1 Purdue commit has a 127 approach touch and 94.3 PPV, giving her the physical tools to be a major presence at the net. Gandy has already impressed against high-level competition, showing the ability to be a reliable offensive weapon from the opposite position. Her versatility as an OPP/MB adds another dimension to her game, and she’ll bring plenty of athleticism and firepower with her to Purdue.

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Shiloh Braddick | 2029 | OPP/MB | A5 | Etowah High School

Shiloh Braddick is already building a strong résumé early in her 2029 career. The 6-foot-2 OPP/MB brings a 123 approach touch and 93.7 PPV, giving her plenty of size and athletic upside at the net. Braddick is a four-time NTDP invitee and a 2025 NIT Triple Crown winner, while also earning GVCA All-State Honorable Mention recognition and attending a UA NEXT Volleyball Camp. She’s a 2029 worth keeping on the radar as her game continues to develop.

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Nalani Catlin | 2029 | OPP/OH | Otay Ranch High School

Nalani Catlin is a 2029 OPP/OH who is already making an impact at both the high school and national levels. The 5-foot-9 attacker earned Offensive Player of the Year honors at Otay Ranch while also competing at the USAV All Star Championships, helping Team Great Plains 19U finish as the runner-up. With a 115 approach touch and 84 PPV, Catlin brings an athletic offensive game to the OPP/OH position. She also has a highlight reel available on the VBAdrenaline site, giving you a chance to see her game in action as she continues to develop in the 2029 class.

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Petra Townsend | 2030 | OPP/OH | Pioneer High School

Petra Townsend is already putting together an impressive résumé as a 2030 prospect. The 6-foot-2 OPP/OH helped capture both the 2026 AAU National Championship in 14 Open and the 2026 USAV GJNC National Championship in 14 Open, while also earning AAU All-American honors. Townsend brings strong physical tools to the position with a 117 approach touch and 115 block touch, along with an 88 PPV. She also helped her team win the 2025 13U Open National Championship and finish as the 2025 Triple Crown 14 Elite runner-up. With that kind of early national success, Townsend is a 2030 name worth keeping on the radar.

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Kaila Banks | 2030 | OPP/OH | Bullis School

Kaila Banks is a 2030 OPP/OH already making her presence felt at the net. The 5-foot-10 attacker earned Capital Hill Best Blocker honors in 2026, showing her ability to impact the game defensively while bringing plenty of upside to the position. Banks has a 115 approach touch and an 84 PPV, giving her a strong physical foundation as she continues developing her game. As a 2030, she is a young opposite worth keeping an eye on as her offensive and blocking game continues to grow.

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Maclaine DeGroot | 2031 | OPP/MB | Liberty Christian

Maclaine DeGroot is a 2031 OPP/MB already gaining valuable experience against strong competition. The 5-foot-11 attacker has competed at National Qualifiers in both 2025 and 2026, giving her an early taste of high-level tournament play. DeGroot has a 112 block touch and 111 approach touch, along with an 84.3 PPV. With plenty of time to continue developing, she is a young opposite to keep on the radar as her game takes shape.

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Brynne Harwood | 2029 | OPP/S | Casteel High School

Brynne Harwood is a 2029 OPP/S bringing plenty of versatility and high-level experience to the court. The 6-foot attacker has a 114 approach touch and 110 block touch, giving her a strong physical foundation across both positions. Harwood has already earned 2026 U19 All-Star Team honors, along with a USAV High Performance All-Star Gold Medal, All-Tournament Team recognition and multiple MVP awards. She has also earned two Coaches Awards, showing the impact she makes beyond the stat sheet. With an 84 PPV, Harwood is a 2029 worth keeping on the radar as her game continues to develop.