New Player Profiles: 17 Names to Keep on Your Radar

Molly McGovern | 2028 | OPP/RS | Dynasty | PPV 237

Molly McGovern continues to establish herself as one of the more intriguing multi-role pin prospects in the 2028 class. The Dynasty standout has already shown the ability to contribute in different front-row roles, bringing versatility and offensive flexibility that continues to draw attention in high-level environments. McGovern earned High School Division 2nd Team honors as an outside hitter, while still projecting naturally as a strong long-term opposite/right-side option. That ability to impact matches in multiple roles is a major strength in her game and speaks to her overall feel and adaptability on the court. Her national exposure continues to grow through the NTDP pathway, including 2026 Spring and Summer NTDP invites following earlier NTDP involvement in 2025. She has also participated in the Under Armour Next Camp, continuing to place herself in elite evaluation settings against strong competition. McGovern’s rise has already caught our attention, including being featured in our recent Dream Team article, where she stood out as one of the notable emerging names in the group. Her combination of versatility, production, and continued national exposure makes her a player with clear long-term upside. McGovern profiles as a dynamic, upward-trending pin attacker with multi-position value and the ability to continue climbing as her offensive game and physical tools keep developing.

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Isabella Robberson | 2028 | Libero/DS | Oklahoma Peak | PPV 177

Isabella Robberson continues to build a strong résumé as a back-row leader and proven winner out of Oklahoma Peak. A key part of successful teams at both the club and high school levels, Robberson has already captured a 2024 AAU National Championship and a 2025 4A State Championship, while also serving as Peak 15s team captain in 2024. Her production speaks for itself as well, finishing with an impressive 601 digs during the 2025 season, reinforcing her consistency and ability to impact matches defensively over the course of a full year. That type of volume reflects not only defensive instincts, but reliability and endurance in high-pressure situations. Robberson is also continuing to expand her recruiting exposure after earning an Exact Camp International Team Selection, along with plans to attend the Florida select camp and multiple additional camps throughout the state. Those opportunities continue to place her in front of college staffs while allowing her to compete against strong national-level talent.Robberson profiles as a high-motor libero/DS with proven production, leadership experience, and championship-level success, continuing to gain momentum through both performance and exposure opportunities.

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Avery Moody | 2031 | OH | AZ Storm | PPV 100 (Watchlist)

Avery Moody is a developing 2031 outside hitter out of AZ Storm who already shows a strong foundation as a steady, reliable young player with leadership qualities beyond her age. She has served as a team captain and earned 7th Grade Team MVP honors, reflecting both her impact on the court and the trust she’s earned within her program. Moody is also continuing to gain early exposure and will attend camp at ASU this summer, giving her another opportunity to compete and develop in a high-level environment. In addition to her volleyball development, she maintains a 4.0 GPA, adding to an already impressive early profile as she continues to mature both athletically and academically.With a PPV of 100 (Watchlist) due to age, Moody profiles as a young outside hitter with strong leadership traits, a solid developmental base, and long-term upside as she continues progressing within the AZ Storm system.

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Londyn Cottrill | 2030 | OH | Legacy | PPV 178

Londyn Cottrill is a 6’1” outside hitter out of Legacy who already stands out physically and continues to look like a player who will keep rising as she develops. She brings a strong frame for her age, plays with confidence on the pin, and has already shown she can compete and produce in big national settings. She’s been part of winning teams at a high level, including an AAU 13 Open National Championship and a 3rd place finish at GJNC 12 National, along with strong individual showings like All-Tournament Team honors at Triple Crown NIT (2024) and Central Zone (2025). Those experiences matter because she’s already learning how to win in pressure environments. What stands out most is that she’s still early in her development but already has the size and tools that translate. At 6’1” this early, there’s real room for her game to keep expanding as she adds strength, polish, and consistency on the pin. She’s also starting to get in front of major programs through camps at University of Nebraska, Michigan State University, and Duke University, which only adds to the growing attention around her. Cottrill is definitely one to keep watching in this class: her size, early success, and trajectory all point to a player who could take a real jump as she continues to grow into her game.

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Madelyn Cook | 2030 | Setter | Kairos | PPV 100 (Watchlist)

Madelyn Cook is an early 2030 setter out of Kairos who is already gaining valuable experience in a winning, high-level high school environment at Harrisburg, a program with a strong championship tradition. Being part of a 5x South Dakota State Championship program gives her early exposure to a standard of consistency and expectation that not many players her age are around.  She is also in a strong developmental situation, learning behind and alongside an established setter in Josalyn Samuels, who was recently featured on our Dream Team list. That type of environment is a major advantage for a young setter, giving Cook time to learn the pace, leadership demands, and decision-making required at a high level before stepping into a larger role. Cook is still very early in her journey, but she’s in a situation that sets her up well for long-term growth as she continues to develop physically and expand her command of the offense. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist) due to age, Cook is a young setter to track closely, developing in a strong program environment with clear long-term upside as she continues learning and progressing into a future lead role.

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Lexi Sorden | 2031 | Setter | Madfrog | PPV 190

Lexi Sorden is an early 2031 setter out of Madfrog who is already showing up in meaningful training environments and gaining early traction through college camp exposure. Even at this stage, she’s getting valuable reps that are helping her build comfort with pace, decision-making, and running an offense against higher-level competition. She’s set to attend this summer’s camp circuit at Texas A&M, SMU, and Creighton, giving her a strong early look into different offensive systems and coaching styles. For a young setter, that kind of repeated exposure is a big developmental advantage and helps speed up her learning curve.What stands out most is how early she’s already operating in these spaces and starting to build familiarity with high-level environments. As she continues to grow into the position, those experiences will be a key part of shaping her long-term development and overall feel for the game. With a PPV of 190, Sorden is a young setter with early high-level exposure, strong developmental runway, and clear long-term upside as she continues progressing within a competitive club environment.

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Olena Harasymowycz | 2030 | Libero/DS | PCVC | PPV 187

Olena Harasymowycz is a libero/DS out of PCVC who has quietly built one of the more consistent championship résumés in her age group through repeated success on the national stage. She’s been part of medal-winning teams at multiple levels of GJNC, including a bronze in 2023 (12 American), silver in 2024 (13 Patriot), and bronze again in 2025 (14 USA), showing she’s been able to contribute in winning environments year after year. What stands out is how steady her presence has been in big tournaments. She’s not a one-time breakout: she’s been part of deep runs consistently, including a 2025 GJNC All-Tournament Team selection, and most recently helping her team earn both 2026 GJNC 15 Open and USA bids. That kind of track record reflects a player who shows up in important moments and helps stabilize the back row in high-pressure matches. She also continues to gain valuable exposure this summer with upcoming camps at the University of Missouri and the University of Pittsburgh, adding to her previous experience at Under Armour Next Camp. Harasymowycz is a reliable, proven libero/DS who has been part of winning teams at every level she’s played, and continues to build momentum as she gets in front of more college programs.

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Myra Coryell | 2030 | MB | United VBA | PPV 100 (Watchlist)

Myra Coryell is a developing middle blocker out of United VBA in California who already shows a well-rounded early impact profile for her age. Even without a long recruiting history yet, her production numbers highlight a player who is active, involved, and consistently contributing across multiple phases of the game. Offensively, she has produced 240 kills with a 2.22 kills per set average, showing she’s already a reliable scoring option in the middle and trusted in finishing situations. What really stands out is how much she contributes beyond attacking. She’s recorded 96 service aces, 100 digs, and 54 total blocks (19 solo, 35 assists), showing a true two-way impact and the ability to stay engaged in every phase of play. That level of all-around production is especially notable for a middle at her stage of development. Coryell is still early in her journey, but the foundation is already there. As she continues to refine consistency and efficiency, her game has the tools to expand significantly as she moves into higher-level competition. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist), Coryell is a young middle blocker with early two-way production, strong versatility, and clear long-term upside as she continues developing within the California pipeline.

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Ava de Moor | 2030 | Setter | 1United | PPV 100 (Watchlist)

Ava de Moor is an early 2030 setter out of 1United who is just starting to emerge on the radar, but already shows early signs of a player coming from a strong developmental environment. Even with a limited public résumé so far, she has been part of competitive club settings and continues to gain valuable experience at a young age. She has already shown success in her age group, earning Skyline 12 Black MVP honors, which reflects her early ability to run an offense and stand out within her team structure. De Moor also has consistent exposure to national-level club environments, including participation in GJNC events in 2024, 2025, and 2026, giving her early experience around high-level competition and championship-level expectations. As a young setter still in the early stages of development, her game is in a foundational phase, but the environment she’s in and the experiences she’s already getting are important building blocks for long-term growth. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist) due to age, de Moor is a young setter to track as she continues developing her game, gaining experience, and growing into a larger role within the 1United system.

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Charlie George | 2028 | MB | Alamo | PPV 149

Charlie George is a middle blocker out of Alamo who continues to develop in a strong club environment while gaining consistent experience against high-level national competition. She’s been part of a program that regularly competes in deep tournament brackets, giving her valuable reps in pressure situations and against top front-row talent. Most recently in 2026, she helped her team to strong national finishes, including a Lone Star Classic qualifier championship at 16 Open, along with additional elite-level tournament success such as a NEQ 16 Open runner-up finish and a Nike Cross Court Classic 17 Open championship, showing she can contribute within winning teams at the highest club levels. She has also gained NTDP experience, adding important national exposure to her development pathway as she continues to be evaluated in bigger gym environments. George profiles as a physically developing middle blocker with proven success in national competition, NTDP exposure, and steady upward momentum as she continues building into a more impactful front-row presence in the 2028 class.

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Madison Zajicek | 2028 | OPP | VCN | PPV 153

Madison Zajicek is an opposite hitter out of VCN who continues to build a steady profile through a mix of competitive club play, academic recognition, and growing college exposure. She brings value as a right-side option with a developing offensive game and experience competing in strong tournament environments. She earned Big South All-Tournament Team honors along with Academic All-State recognition, reflecting both her on-court contribution and consistency off the court. She has also been placed on the JVA Watchlist, adding national recognition as she continues to develop. Zajicek has been active on the camp circuit, with prior exposure at programs such as University of Nebraska, Michigan State University, University of Illinois, and Western Illinois University, and continues to expand that footprint with multiple camps scheduled again this summer. Zajicek profiles as a steady, developing opposite hitter with academic strength, early national recognition, and continued growth through consistent camp and club exposure in the 2028 class.

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Kate Clegg | 2028 | OPP | Skyline | PPV 190

Kate Clegg is an opposite hitter out of Skyline who continues to stand out as a consistent offensive threat with strong production and growing recruiting attention. She brings a physical presence on the right side and has shown she can be a dependable scoring option in her system. She has earned First Team All-District 5-9A honors, along with Walnut Grove High School Offensive MVP recognition and Academic All-District honors, reflecting both her impact on the court and consistency in the classroom. That combination has helped build a strong early profile within a competitive Texas landscape. Clegg is also expanding her recruiting exposure through a strong camp schedule that includes programs such as UCLA, Georgia,  Missouri, along with additional high-level opportunities across the country. Clegg profiles as a reliable, high-production opposite with proven high school impact, strong academic profile, and growing Power 4 interest as she continues to develop in the 2028 class.

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Haven Breen | 2029 | Libero/DS | A5 | PPV 130

Haven Breen is a developing libero/DS out of A5 who continues to build a strong competitive résumé through both club success and early varsity impact. She has consistently been part of teams competing at the national level, including multiple AAU 3rd place finishes (2023, 2025) and a 5th place finish at USAV 2025, showing experience in deep tournament runs. At the high school level, Breen made an early impact as a freshman varsity starter at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, where she also earned a Coaches Award, reflecting her reliability and value within the program right away. She has also continued to gain individual recognition and exposure, including selection to the SRVA HP 15U All-Star Team (2024), an Exact Sports All-American invitation (2026), and an MVP award at Bama Brawl (2026), adding to her growing profile. Breen profiles as a steady, high-effort libero/DS with early varsity experience, consistent national tournament exposure, and continued upward momentum as she develops in the 2029 class.

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Violet McGraw | 2031 | MB | Union | PPV 100 (Watchlist)

Violet McGraw is an early 2031 middle blocker out of Union who is already starting to stand out through early exposure and recognition in national-level environments. Even at a young age, she has shown the ability to compete confidently and make an impact in front-row play. She earned LOVB Player of the Tournament honors, a strong early indicator of her presence and competitiveness at the net. She has also been a 2x Under Armour NEXT Middle School Camp attendee, giving her valuable early experience training in structured, high-level settings against top peers. McGraw is still very early in her development, but she’s already gaining exposure that many players don’t see until much later. Those early opportunities are helping build a foundation for her long-term growth as she continues to develop physically and technically. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist) due to age, McGraw profiles as a young middle blocker with early recognition, strong camp exposure, and clear long-term upside as she continues progressing through the Union pipeline.

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Honor Durham | 2029 | Setter | Circle City | PPV 142

Honor Durham is a setter out of Circle City who continues to separate herself through a combination of high-level club experience, leadership presence, and steady growth in competitive environments. She has already been part of major national success, helping her teams reach AAU National Championship runner-up finishes in both 2025 and 2026, which speaks to her consistency playing in deep, pressure-filled matches against top competition. She also earned All-Tournament Team honors at the President’s Day Classic, adding individual recognition in a strong event field and showing her ability to stand out while running the offense. Durham continues to expand her recruiting footprint through multiple camp opportunities, including programs such as Michigan and Northwestern, along with additional high-level camps that continue to put her in front of Power 4 staffs. What stands out most is her poise and competitiveness at the setter position. She has already shown she can operate in big moments without being overwhelmed by the stage, and her repeated exposure to national championship runs has helped build that composure early in her development. She also brings value beyond volleyball as a two-sport athlete (gymnastics), which adds to her overall athletic base, competitiveness, and ability to balance multiple demands at a high level. Durham profiles as a well-rounded, competitive setter with proven national success, strong leadership traits, multi-sport athleticism, and steadily growing Power 4 recruiting exposure as she continues developing in the 2029 class.

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Carsen Steinkamp | 2028 | Libero | LiveWire VB | PPV 120

Carsen Steinkamp is a libero out of LiveWire VB who continues to develop within a strong Arizona volleyball environment, steadily building her game and gaining national-level recognition. She has already earned USA All-American honors, which reflects her ability to perform and stand out against top competition in her age group. Steinkamp’s game is continuing to mature as she gains more high-level club experience, showing consistency, control, and growing confidence in the back row. She has developed into a steady defensive presence who continues to trend upward as she gains more reps in competitive settings. Recruiting interest is beginning to take shape as well, with early school favorites including Texas Tech, Arizona, and TCU, reflecting early attention as her profile continues to build. Steinkamp profiles as a steady, developing libero with national recognition, growing recruiting interest, and clear upward trajectory as she continues gaining experience within LiveWire VB.

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Saniya Tucker | 2029 | MB | Legacy | PPV 254

Saniya Tucker is one of the top middle blockers in the 2029 class and continues to separate herself through national-level success, repeated NTDP exposure, and consistent impact in championship environments. She has already been a key piece on elite teams, including the 2025 AAU 14 Open National Championship Legacy squad, and has continued that winning standard into her high school season as part of a Class A state championship team as a freshman starter. Her national presence is one of the strongest in her class, with multiple appearances in NTDP Training Series (2024–2026) and continued selection into elite evaluation environments. That consistent NTDP involvement speaks to her being viewed as a long-term national-level prospect and someone already tracking as one of the more established names in her age group. Tucker has also made a strong impression at the camp level, earning an Under Armour Next MVP (2026) and selection into the Under Armour Next Invite-Only Camp, further reinforcing her ability to stand out among top competition. She continues to draw attention through high-level camp exposure at programs such as SMU, Baylor, and Michigan State. Tucker profiles as a dominant, nationally established middle blocker with elite-level experience, repeated NTDP selection, and one of the highest ceilings in the 2029 class.

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