13 New Profiles: Players to Watch

Amara Enemuo | 2028 | OH | Vision Volleyball

Amara Enemuo is a 2028 outside hitter competing with Vision Volleyball who continues to build a well-rounded and competitive résumé. She has trained and competed in high-level environments, including NTDP and the UA Next Camp, experiences that reflect both her ability and long-term potential. On the court, she has earned 1st Team All-League recognition and was named an All-Tournament Scholar Athlete, highlighting her impact as a player and her commitment in the classroom. Enemuo has also attended select camps at Cal, USC, Stanford, UCLA, UCSB, and Minnesota, gaining exposure to strong collegiate programs while continuing to develop her game. With a PPV of 229, she is establishing herself as a prospect to follow in the 2028 class.

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Danica Dowling | 2028 | MB | KIVA

Danica Dowling, a 2028 middle blocker with KIVA, has already made a significant impact at Washington High School. Competing at the varsity level as an underclassman, she earned Varsity Defensive Co-MVP honors as a freshman. As a sophomore, she followed that up by being named Varsity Offensive MVP and Varsity Defensive Co-MVP, showing her ability to influence the match on both sides of the ball. She also earned PAC Conference 1st Team recognition as a sophomore and led Washington High’s varsity team in kills, hitting percentage, and blocks; a strong indicator of her efficiency and presence at the net from the middle position. Her performance has drawn broader recognition, including selections to the 2025 AVCA Phenom Watchlist, 2025 JVA Watchlist, and the IHSVCA Players to Watch List. She was also named to the Evansville Courier and Press Players to Watch in Southwest Indiana and earned Evansville Courier and Press Player of the Week honors on 10/7/2025. In the classroom, Dowling maintains a 4.146 GPA, adding academic strength to an already impressive athletic résumé. With a PPV of 138, she continues to build a profile that reflects production, recognition, and steady development in the 2028 class.

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Kya Lynch | 2027 | OH | Synergy

Kya Lynch, a 2027 outside hitter with Synergy, has consistently produced at a high level for both club and high school. A two-time 1st Team SOL selection, she has also earned District 1 recognition, including 3rd Team and 2nd Team honors in 2025. Her offensive numbers stand out. As a sophomore, she led all sophomores in the state with 376 kills. She followed that up with a junior season that placed her among the state leaders in kills (447), according to MaxPreps. She is a two-time MVP at CB West and has broken the single-season kill record twice, underscoring her sustained scoring ability. On the club side, Lynch led Synergy 16 N1 in kills, continuing to show she can carry an offensive load across levels. She has also attended select camps at Rider and Virginia Tech, gaining additional collegiate exposure. With a PPV of 111, Lynch has built a track record of production and recognition that reflects her role as a primary scorer and impact outside hitter in the 2027 class.

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Erin Hofmeister | 2027 | OPP/RS | Space Needle Volleyball

Erin Hofmeister, a 2027 right-side/opposite with Space Needle Volleyball, has already established herself as a consistent performer early in her high school career. She is a three-time First Team All-League selection (2023, 2024, 2025), showing sustained impact and recognition year after year. In 2025, she was also named a Puget Sound Region All-Star, further highlighting her presence at the net and offensive contribution from the right side. Competing as an OPP/RS, she brings value in both attacking and blocking matchups. Hofmeister has also earned Scholar Athlete recognition, reflecting her commitment in the classroom alongside her on-court success. With a PPV of 158, she is building a strong foundation in the 2027 class through consistent production and regional recognition.

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Josephine Austen | 2029 | OPP/RS | Iowa United

Josephine Austen, a 2029 right-side/opposite with Iowa United, made an immediate impact at the high school level. As a freshman at Iowa City West competing in Iowa’s 5A classification, she earned All-Conference honors — an impressive accomplishment given the level of competition in the state’s largest class. Playing on the right side, Austen brings value as an offensive option and net presence. Her early recognition at the varsity level reflects both production and poise against experienced competition. She has also attended select camps at South Dakota, Kansas State, Iowa State, and the University of Northern Iowa, continuing to gain collegiate-level exposure and experience. With a PPV of 147, Austen is building a strong profile in the 2029 class through early success and steady development.

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McKenzie Walden | 2029 | Libero | NC Academy

McKenzie Walden, a 2029 libero with NC Academy, continues to establish herself as a reliable back-row presence. With a PPV of 149, she is building momentum within the 2029 class and showing steady development as a defensive contributor.

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Abby Zichella | 2029 | OH/RS | Ransom Everglades

Abby Zichella is a 2029 outside/right-side hitter from Ransom Everglades making noise both regionally and nationally. She has earned AVCA Phenom recognition and Miami Herald All-Dade honors, highlighting her impact within one of Florida’s competitive volleyball landscapes. Standing around 5’11”, Zichella attacks with polish and power, transitioning smoothly off the net and showing the athleticism to keep defenders guessing. In live evaluation pieces, scouts have noted her aggressive arm swing, disciplined net play, and communication, traits that help anchor both her offense and team cohesion. Her profile reflects a player capable of contributing consistently in multiple phases of the game, and with a PPV of 131, she continues to build momentum as a prospect to follow in the 2029 class.

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Hadley Beard | 2029 | OH | SKEVA

Hadley Beard is a 2029 outside hitter with SKEVA who has already shown strong production at the middle school and early club levels. She earned All-District honors in both 7th and 8th grade, highlighting consistent performance against local competition.Her 8th grade season was especially productive, leading her team in blocks, kills, and hitting percentage, and posting the highest kill total and efficiency numbers during her 14U club season. That combination of offensive output and net presence shows a player who can impact matches in multiple ways. With a PPV of 147, Beard is building a profile as an early high-production outside hitter in the 2029 class.

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Lena Smith | 2029 | OH | NPJ

Lena Smith is a 2029 outside hitter with NPJ who has already gained significant recognition at both the middle school and high school levels. She earned First Team All-League honors, was named UA Next Middle School Player of the Week, and received a UA Next High School Invite, reflecting exposure to high-level training environments. She is currently ranked #2 overall in Oregon and #1 at her position for the Class of 2029, highlighting her early standing within the state’s talent pool. With a PPV of 138, Smith is developing into a prospect to watch as she continues gaining experience and competition at higher levels.

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Raegan Randazzo | 2029 | Libero | Digtown Volleyball

Raegan Randazzo is a 2029 libero with Digtown Volleyball who has built a reputation for winning and defensive consistency. She has earned three All-Tournament Team selections and has been part of a remarkable 72–1 record at Yorkville High, reflecting sustained team success and competitive performance. Her six NoezyBuckets Play of the Week honors highlight her ability to make impactful defensive plays. She has added exposure through select camps at Tulsa and Northern Illinois University (NIU). With a PPV of 152, Randazzo profiles as a high-effort defensive specialist with a strong track record of contributing to winning teams. 

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Morgan Parris | 2030 | MB | AVC Cleveland

Morgan Parris is a 2030 middle blocker with AVC Cleveland, listed on the club’s 14-Red roster at the 14U level. She has been recognized as a 2025 Tri-State Showcase Rising Star, highlighting her presence in a competitive event and signaling her potential early in the 2030 class. Parris shows the physical tools and court presence that make a middle blocker effective at this age group, and her early recognition at a major showcase reflects strong performance on both sides of the net. As she continues to develop with AVC Cleveland, she’ll be one to watch as she gains more experience and exposure. With no PPV yet, she’s still building her profile but has already made noticeable contributions within her club environment.

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Isabella Alfaro | 2029 | Libero | Tribe

Isabella Alfaro is a 2029 libero with Tribe who is continuing to build her profile. At 5’4”, she competes as a back-row specialist and is still early in her evaluation process. There are no listed honors or awards at this time, and further assessment will come from film review and live evaluation. As she gains more exposure and competitive reps, her development and on-court impact will help shape the next steps in her recruiting profile.

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Serena Weiss | 2029 | Libero | NC Academy

Serena Weiss is a 2029 libero with NC Academy who continues to develop as a back-row contributor. With a PPV of 120, she is building her profile within the 2029 class and gaining experience at the club level. As she continues to grow her game, added exposure and consistent performance will help shape her progression moving forward.