Class of 2028 Top 150: #74-1

As June 15th arrives and Division I coaches can begin direct communication with the Class of 2028, we take a closer look at our Top 150 prospects in the class. These athletes have spent the past year building their recruiting profiles through elite club competition, college camps, national team programs, and major showcase events, positioning themselves for what promises to be an exciting next chapter in their volleyball journeys.

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1. Shayla Rautenberg: Diamond MB- Nebraska ONE

Shayla Rautenberg has established herself as one of the premier prospects in the Class of 2028, highlighted by her USAV NTDP experience, UA NEXT MVP honors, and a U19 Pan Am Cup championship with Team USA. With camps at Nebraska, Louisville, Stanford, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Creighton, and more, she is a prospect that college programs across the country will continue to prioritize.

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2. Taimane Ainu’u: Diamond setter- Ka Ulukoa

Taimane Ainu’u has already proven herself on the international stage, helping Team USA capture the 2025 NORCECA U19 gold medal while earning Setter of the Tournament honors. Combined with camps at Texas, Nebraska, UCLA, Louisville, Wisconsin, and others, she has positioned herself as one of the nation's top setters heading into the recruiting process.

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3. Megan Hodges: Diamond OPP/RS- T Street Volleyball

At 6'5", Megan Hodges possesses the size and upside that make her one of the most intriguing prospects in the country. Her U19 National Team selection and multiple NTDP training opportunities further reinforce her status as a player with significant collegiate potential.

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4. Cala Haffner: Diamond libero/DS- Pineapple High Performance

Cala Haffner has built an impressive recruiting resume through extensive USAV NTDP involvement and participation in the UA Next Camp. With camps at Louisville, Nebraska, Florida, Texas A&M, Kentucky, Texas, and other top programs, she continues to stand out as one of the nation's elite defensive specialists.

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5. Josalyn Samuels: Gold setter- Kairos

Josalyn Samuels combines a championship pedigree with national-level experience, earning a spot on the USA Volleyball U19 National Team while attending the NTDP eight times. Her success on the court and exposure through camps at Nebraska, Texas, Wisconsin, Louisville, Creighton, and others make her one of the most accomplished setters in the class.

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6. Sarah Floyd: Gold OPP/RS- TAV

Sarah Floyd has earned recognition among the nation's top right-side hitters through both USAV U19 National Team selection and USAV NTDP participation. With camps at Wisconsin, Texas, Nebraska, and other prominent programs, she continues to attract attention as a high-level recruit.

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7. Maya Ogbogu: Gold OH- TAV

Maya Ogbogu has paired national team experience with a remarkable winning resume, highlighted by selection to the USAV U17 National Team and four Triple Crown championships. Her success against elite competition and exposure to major college programs position her for a bright recruiting future.

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8. Janiah Burrage: Gold OH- Forza 1

Janiah Burrage has already gained valuable national exposure through her participation with the USA NTDP U16 program. Combined with camps at Nebraska and Baylor, she continues to establish herself as an outside hitter with tremendous long-term potential.

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9. Alexandra Knox: Gold setter- 3DGE

Alexandra Knox has consistently earned recognition on the national stage through multiple NTDP opportunities and selection to the JVA Girls All-National Team. With camps at Pitt, Nebraska, UCLA, SMU, North Carolina, and others, she has built a recruiting profile that should draw significant collegiate interest.

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10. Taylor Johnson: Gold OH- Skyline Jrs

Taylor Johnson enters the recruiting spotlight with both USAV U17 National Team experience and a 2025 USAV 15 Open National Championship on her resume. Camps at Nebraska, Baylor, Texas A&M, TCU, and several other programs have further solidified her standing as one of the top outside hitters in the Class of 2028.

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11. Taylor Freeland: Gold OPP/RS- SCVC Utah

Taylor Freeland has earned recognition on the national stage through both the USAV U19 National Team and USAV NTDP. With camps at Wisconsin and BYU already on her resume, she continues to establish herself as one of the premier right-side prospects in the Class of 2028.

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12. Leilani Lamar: Gold OH- A5

Leilani Lamar has built an impressive profile through her participation with the USAV U19 National Team and USAV NTDP. Combined with camps at Pitt, Louisville, Nebraska, and other top programs, she has positioned herself as a highly sought-after outside hitter.

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13. Madlen Gloessner: Gold MB- NORCO

Madlen Gloessner has compiled one of the most accomplished resumes in the class, highlighted by five USAV NTDP selections, two U17 National Team appearances, and a Pan American Cup gold medal. Her exposure through camps at Louisville, Nebraska, Penn State, and more only reinforces her status as an elite middle blocker.

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14. Maija Mortensen: Gold MB- SCVC

Maija Mortensen has earned national recognition through both the USAV U17 National Team and USAV NTDP. With camps at Texas A&M, Wisconsin, and BYU, she continues to emerge as a middle blocker with significant collegiate potential.

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15. Trinity Johnson: Gold OH- TAV

Trinity Johnson has paired championship success with valuable recruiting exposure, highlighted by a 2026 Triple Crown Summer NIT 16U Elite title and participation in the UA Next Camp. Camps at Missouri and TCU have helped place her firmly on the radar of college programs.

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16. Gracie White: Silver MB- Dallas Skyline

Gracie White brings an impressive combination of consistency and achievement, earning three NTDP selections, a 2026 Under Armour Next Camp invitation, and three Triple Crown NIT championships. With camps at Texas A&M, Baylor, UCLA, SMU, and more, she continues to strengthen her recruiting profile as a middle blocker.

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17. Bryn Walcott: Silver OH- Sudden Impact Volleyball

Bryn Walcott has gained valuable exposure through camps at Pitt, Florida, Iowa State, and other collegiate programs while earning a spot on the 2025 WSVCA 4A All-State Tournament Team. Her continued growth and success against strong competition make her an outside hitter to watch.

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18. Molly McGovern: Silver OPP/RS- Adidas Dynasty

Molly McGovern has consistently competed among elite talent through multiple NTDP invitations and participation in the Under Armour Next Camp. Her national-level experience continues to position her as a promising right-side prospect with a bright future.

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19. Shaun Waller: Silver MB- TPV

Shaun Waller has distinguished herself through two UA Next Camp MVP honors and selection to the USAV U17 National Team. Combined with camps at Kentucky, Pitt, Florida, and more, she continues to attract attention as one of the more dynamic middle blockers in the class.

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20. Chayse Courtney: Silver OH- Vision

Chayse Courtney has built an impressive recruiting foundation through four NTDP training sessions, the UA Next Camp, and camps at UCLA, Washington, Oregon, and others. Her experience competing in front of high-level coaches positions her well for future collegiate opportunities.

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21. Julia Clarke: Silver MB- A5

Julia Clarke has earned national recognition through multiple NTDP selections and 2025 Triple Crown All-American honors. With camps at Rice, Virginia, North Carolina, Baylor, and more, she continues to elevate her profile as a middle blocker with considerable upside.

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22. Chloe Burbage: Silver setter- NC Academy

Chloe Burbage has assembled an impressive resume through five NTDP invitations, U17 National Team experience, and multiple USAV Open National qualifications. Camps at Nebraska, Louisville, and Penn State have further strengthened her standing as one of the top setters in the class.

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23. Katherine Mitchell: Silver OH- Metro DC

Katherine Mitchell enters the recruiting spotlight after earning MVP honors while leading her team to the USAV GJNC 15 National Division Championship. Combined with USAV NTDP participation, UA Next experience, and camps at Pitt, Arizona State, Miami, North Carolina, and more, she has established herself as a high-level outside hitter prospect.

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24. Molly Monday: Silver setter- Tribe

Molly Monday has earned recognition through both the USAV NTDP and a UA Next MVP performance. With camps at Louisville, Miami, Kentucky, Penn State, and several other programs, she continues to position herself as a setter with significant collegiate potential.

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25. Amari Frazier: Silver MB- AZ Storm

Amari Frazier has built a championship-caliber resume, highlighted by a 2025 Arizona 6A State Championship and First Team All-Conference honors. Her extensive NTDP experience, upcoming UA NEXT participation, and camps at Nebraska, Louisville, Stanford, and Texas make her one of the top middle blockers to watch in the Southwest.

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26. Sade Bello: Silver OH- Houston Jrs

Sade Bello has already gained valuable exposure through Nebraska's camp circuit and participation in the NTDP Experience program. As she continues to develop within the Houston Juniors system, she remains a prospect with exciting long-term potential.

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27. McKenzie Andrews: Silver MB- Legacy

McKenzie Andrews has established herself among the nation's top middle blockers through U17 National Team selection, seven NTDP invitations, and JVA All-National Team honors. Combined with camps at Kentucky, Texas A&M, Penn State, Wisconsin, and more, she continues to attract significant collegiate interest.

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28. Mesa Jameson: Silver OPP/RS- Northern Lights

Mesa Jameson has earned national recognition through two USAV U17 National Team selections and continued involvement with the USAV NTDP. Her experience at camps hosted by Pitt, Texas A&M, UCLA, and other major programs has strengthened an already impressive recruiting profile.

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29. Rilynn Wingenbach: Silver MB- HPSTL

Rilynn Wingenbach has built one of the strongest resumes in the Midwest, highlighted by six NTDP selections, JVA All-National Team honors, and recognition as the No. 1-ranked Class of 2028 player in Missouri. With camps at Louisville, Penn State, Creighton, Kansas, and more, she continues to emerge as a highly coveted middle blocker.

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30. Bella Osborn: Silver libero/DS- Madfrog

Bella Osborn has paired national team experience with elite recruiting exposure through the USAV U17 National Team and the UA Next Camp. Camps at Texas, Nebraska, Baylor, and other prominent programs have further elevated her standing as one of the top defensive specialists in the class.

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31. Averi Bridges: Silver libero/DS- VCN

Averi Bridges has built one of the strongest defensive resumes in the class, highlighted by USA NTDP participation, JVA All-National Team honors, and selection to the 2026 USA U19 National Team. With camps at Louisville, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Penn State, and more, she continues to establish herself as a highly coveted libero prospect.

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32. Jordyn Blair: Silver MB- Circle City

Jordyn Blair has earned recognition through both U17 NTDP and Triple Crown NTDP opportunities while also receiving an invitation to the UA Next High School Camp. Combined with camps at Penn State, Texas A&M, Kentucky, and more, she continues to elevate her profile as a middle blocker with significant collegiate upside.

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33. Faith Gandy: Silver OPP/RS- TAV

Faith Gandy has gained valuable recruiting exposure through camps at TCU, Rice, Alabama, and several other collegiate programs. Her continued development on the right side makes her a prospect with exciting long-term potential as college coaches evaluate the Class of 2028.

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34. Leah Greeny: Silver OH- 3DGE

Leah Greeny has built a strong recruiting foundation through camps at Pitt, Kentucky, Tennessee, and other high-level programs. Her ability to compete against elite competition continues to position her as an outside hitter with a promising future at the next level.

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35. Lana Frelix: Silver OPP/RS- SG Elite

Lana Frelix has paired multiple NTDP invitations with participation in the UA Next Camp while gaining exposure at UCLA and Michigan. Her athleticism and national-level experience continue to make her an intriguing right-side prospect for college programs.

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36. Piper Coady: Silver OH- TStreet

Piper Coady has distinguished herself through both USAV U17 National Team selection and USAV NTDP participation. Those experiences against elite competition have helped establish her as one of the more promising outside hitters in the Class of 2028.

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37. Ava Nowling: Silver libero/DS- Premier Nebraska

Ava Nowling has compiled an impressive resume that includes multiple NTDP opportunities, a UA Next MVP honor, and GJNC All-Tournament Team recognition. With camps at Louisville, Texas A&M, Creighton, Arizona, and more, she continues to emerge as one of the top defensive specialists in the class.

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37. Surfia Grounds: Silver OPP/RS- Spike and Serve

Surfia Grounds has consistently earned national recognition through four UA Next appearances and multiple NTDP selections. Combined with camps at Kansas, Arizona State, Auburn, Colorado State, and more, she continues to strengthen her recruiting profile as a right-side hitter.

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38. Tegan Loechler: Silver setter- Milwaukee Sting

Tegan Loechler has built a strong recruiting resume through five USAV NTDP selections and camps at Louisville, Vanderbilt, Penn State, and other prominent programs. Her continued growth as a setter positions her as a prospect capable of attracting significant collegiate interest.

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39. Chloe Ritchie: Silver libero/DS- Munciana

Chloe Ritchie has already earned impressive recognition with a 2025 MaxPreps Sophomore All-America selection and First Team All-State honors. Along with invitations to the 2026 NTDP Spring and Summer Series, she continues to solidify her standing among the top liberos in the country.

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40. Izzie Penrose: Silver libero/DS- AZ Storm

Izzie Penrose has gained valuable national exposure through the USAV NTDP and camps at Texas A&M, Louisville, Wisconsin, Arizona State, and more. Her defensive consistency and experience in front of college coaches make her a player to watch moving forward.

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41. Sydney Whisenton: Silver setter- Alamo

Sydney Whisenton has continued to raise her profile through participation in both the UA Next Camp and USAV NTDP. Her ability to lead an offense and compete against elite peers makes her a setter with strong collegiate potential.

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42. Saylor Halvorsen: Elite Red OH- SG Elite

Saylor Halvorsen has consistently competed on the national stage through four consecutive UA Next appearances and continued involvement with the USAV NTDP. Combined with camps at Kentucky, Creighton, Arizona, Duke, and more, she remains one of the more highly regarded outside hitters in the class.

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43. Charlotte Patton: Elite Red OPP/RS- Tri-State Elite

Charlotte Patton has earned valuable exposure through the UA Next Camp, USAV NTDP, and camps at Xavier, Cincinnati, Dayton, and other programs. Her continued development on the right side makes her a prospect with significant recruiting potential.

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44. Harper Broyles: Elite Red libero/DS- Alliance Volleyball

Harper Broyles has built an impressive recruiting foundation through multiple USAV NTDP selections and a 2026 UA Next invitation. With camps at Kansas, Louisville, Penn State, Baylor, and more, she continues to attract attention as a high-level defensive specialist.

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45. Amara Enemuo: Elite Red OH- Vision Volleyball

Amara Enemuo has gained valuable national exposure through the NTDP and UA Next Camp while attending camps at Duke, Stanford, UCLA, and other top programs. Her athleticism and continued development make her an outside hitter with a bright collegiate future.

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46. Annabelle Ross: Elite Red MB- AZ Storm

Annabelle Ross combines championship experience with national recognition, helping win back-to-back Arizona 6A Conference State Championships while earning NTDP and UA Next invitations. Camps at Louisville, Texas A&M, Arizona State, Kansas, and more have further strengthened her recruiting profile.

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47. Charli Niu: Elite Red setter- Austin Juniors

Charli Niu has distinguished herself through seven USAV NTDP selections and a 2025 UA Next MVP performance. With camps at Wisconsin, Indiana, UCLA, and other collegiate programs, she continues to establish herself as one of the top setters in the Class of 2028.

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48. Bree Carethers: Elite Red OH- Dallas Skyline

Bree Carethers has earned national exposure through the USAV NTDP while attending camps at UCLA, SMU, Minnesota, and several other programs. Her continued development and experience against elite competition position her as a prospect with substantial recruiting upside.

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49. Bethany Benjamin: Elite Red libero/DS- A5

Bethany Benjamin's participation in the USAV NTDP highlights her standing among the nation's top defensive prospects. As she continues to develop within the A5 program, she remains a player college coaches will be eager to follow.

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50. Malie Ogbechie: Elite Red OH- Sports Academy Volleyball Club

Malie Ogbechie has gained valuable recruiting exposure through camps at Duke, UCLA, UC Berkeley, and other collegiate programs while earning a 2025 UA Next invitation. Her athletic ability and long-term upside make her an outside hitter with exciting potential at the next level.

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51. Landry McRae: Elite Red setter- Excel

Landry McRae has built an impressive recruiting profile through camps at Duke, Rice, Miami, Baylor, and numerous other programs while earning a UA NEXT Camp invitation. After leading Allen High School in both aces and assists in 2025, she continues to establish herself as a setter with significant collegiate potential.

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52. Tatum Kelly: Elite Red setter- 1st Alliance

Tatum Kelly has gained valuable exposure through camps at Kentucky, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and other top programs. Her continued development and experience in front of college coaches position her as a setter to watch in the Class of 2028.

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53. Raegan Marshman: Elite Red MB- A5

Raegan Marshman has earned recognition on the 2025 AVCA Watch List while gaining exposure through camps at Wake Forest, Indiana, Florida, and more. Her combination of talent and recruiting visibility continues to make her an intriguing middle blocker prospect.

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54. Lola Loncar: Elite Red libero/DS- AVC

Lola Loncar has distinguished herself through selection to the USAV U17 National Team and continued involvement with the USAV NTDP. Her national-level experience positions her among the top defensive specialists in the Class of 2028.

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55. Audrey Sutherland: Elite Red OH- NNJ

Audrey Sutherland has attracted attention from some of the nation's premier programs through camps at Penn State, Wisconsin, Stanford, UCLA, and more. Her combination of size, skill, and exposure makes her one of the more intriguing outside hitters in the recruiting landscape.

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56. Emmie Hill: Elite Red MB- Tribe Volleyball

Emmie Hill has compiled an impressive resume that includes AVCA Watch List recognition, NTDP Indoor Experience participation, and a 2026 NTDP Kansas City Training Series invitation. With camps at Auburn, Miami, UCLA, Virginia, and more, she continues to strengthen her profile as a high-level middle blocker.

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57. Payton Woodruff: Elite Red setter- Legacy

Payton Woodruff brings both championship experience and recruiting momentum after helping lead her team to a 2025 Michigan Division II State Championship. Combined with a 2026 UA Next invitation and camps at Louisville, Florida, Tennessee, LSU, and more, she continues to emerge as a setter with a bright future.

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58. Halima Watkins: Elite Red OPP/RS- NYC Volleyball Academy

Halima Watkins has established herself as one of the more accomplished right-side prospects in the class through five USAV NTDP selections and extensive camp experience at major programs across the country. Her 2025 High School League All-Star Award further highlights her ability to perform at a high level.

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59. Olivia Kitur: Elite Red OH- Madfrog

Olivia Kitur has earned valuable national exposure through both the USAV NTDP and UA Next Camp. Combined with camps at Texas Tech and Arizona State, she continues to position herself as an outside hitter with exciting collegiate potential.

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60. Piper Pease: Elite Red OPP/RS- Alamo

Piper Pease has been invited to more than 60 Division I camps, demonstrating the widespread interest in her potential at the next level. Her camp MVP award at Missouri, along with camps at UCLA, Arizona State, Rice, and others, highlights her growing recruiting profile.

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61. Mallory Mizell: Elite Red OH- Stars Volleyball Club

Mallory Mizell has built one of the more decorated resumes in the class, highlighted by three AAU All-American honors, two All-State selections, and Offensive Player of the Year recognition as a freshman. Combined with a 2026 UA Next High School Camp invitation and camps at Florida, Texas A&M, Creighton, Arizona State, and more, she continues to attract attention from college programs nationwide.

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62. Mali Nyankori: Elite Red MB- A5

Mali Nyankori has gained valuable recruiting exposure through the USAV NTDP and camps at Alabama, Vanderbilt, and South Carolina. Her continued development within the A5 program makes her a middle blocker with considerable long-term upside.

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63. Nlonna Okwura: Elite Red MB- Houston Jrs

Nlonna Okwura has earned recognition through both the USAV NTDP and the UA Next Camp while gaining exposure at Wisconsin's camp. Her combination of athleticism and national-level experience positions her as a middle blocker to watch moving forward.

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64. Morgan Nelsoney: Elite Red libero/DS- TAV

Morgan Nelsoney has continued to elevate her profile through participation in the USAV NTDP and camps at Pitt, Florida, North Carolina, and other collegiate programs. Her defensive skill set and experience against elite competition make her an appealing prospect for the next level.

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65. Ava Kiernan: Elite Red setter- Michigan Elite Volleyball Academy

Ava Kiernan has built valuable recruiting connections through camps at Michigan State, Pitt, Ohio State, Cincinnati, and other programs. Her continued growth as a setter makes her a player college coaches will continue to follow closely.

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66. Summer Tukua: Elite Red OH- Wave

Standing 6 feet tall, Summer Tukua combines size with national-level experience through the USAV NTDP. Her physical tools and continued development make her an outside hitter with significant collegiate potential.

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67. Kolby Ross: Elite Red OH- Adversity Volleyball Club

Kolby Ross has paired impressive accomplishments, including a USAV National Championship, All-American honors, and MVP recognition, with valuable exposure through the UA NEXT program. Camps at Arizona, Tennessee, UCLA, Georgia, and more have further strengthened her standing as a high-level recruit.

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68. Mya Lee: Elite Red OH- KC Power

Mya Lee has earned national exposure through both the USAV NTDP and the UA Next Camp. Her continued development within the KC Power program positions her as an outside hitter with a promising recruiting future.

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69. Carolina Delaney: Elite Red OH- TStreet

Carolina Delaney has gained valuable experience through the USAV NTDP while also attending camp at USC. Her combination of talent and national-level exposure continues to make her a prospect to watch in the Class of 2028.

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70. Camble Booth: Elite Red OPP/RS- Colorado Juniors

Camble Booth has established herself as one of the more accomplished right-side hitters in the class through seven USAV NTDP selections and two state championships. Combined with camps at Nebraska and Tennessee, she continues to attract attention from college programs across the country.

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71. Chelsea Torrence: Elite Red setter- A5

Chelsea Torrence has built a strong recruiting resume through camps at Miami, Florida, Tennessee, Virginia, and numerous other collegiate programs. Her continued development as a setter makes her an intriguing prospect as college recruiting intensifies.

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72. Nyah Harris: Elite Red setter- KC Power

Nyah Harris has gained valuable exposure through the UA Next Camp and the Midwest Pre-National College Coaches Camp, where she competed in front of coaches from Louisville, Kansas, Creighton, and other programs. Her ability to lead an offense continues to make her a setter worth following.

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73. Logan McGuire: Elite Red setter- Kairos Elite

Logan McGuire has strengthened her recruiting profile through the USAV NTDP and camps at Creighton, Tennessee, Arizona, Arizona State, and more. Her national-level experience and continued development position her well for future collegiate opportunities.

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74. Meredith Liles: Elite Red OPP/RS- NC Academy

Meredith Liles has combined USAV NTDP participation with a UA Next Camp appearance while attending camps at UCF, Florida, Duke, North Carolina, and other major programs. Her exposure to high-level competition continues to establish her as a right-side prospect with considerable upside.