New Profiles: Emerging Names to Watch in the Coming Years

Mia Bolesnikov

2029 | L/DS/S | Luna Volleyball Academy | Watch List

Mia Bolesnikov brings a defensive-minded approach to the 2029 class, with the versatility to also contribute as a setter when needed. The Luna Volleyball Academy player was named Freshman Defensive Player of the Year at Plano Senior High School, an early honor that highlights the impact she has already made in the back row. Bolesnikov also received the President's Education Achievement Award. At 5'3", she is currently on our Athlete Watch List as we continue to gather more film and information to get a more complete evaluation of her game.

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Taj Davidson

2029 | Setter | Spike and Serve | PPV: 89.0

Taj Davidson is one of the more intriguing setters in the 2029 class, already building an impressive résumé at a young age. The 5'10" prospect was an Under Armour NEXT Invitee and Nebraska Dream Team Camp Invitee, while also earning a spot as the only freshman on the varsity team at Punahou High School. Those opportunities, combined with her early varsity experience and recognition from major national events, have given Davidson an impressive foundation as she continues to establish herself in the 2029 class. With a 89.0 PPV, Davidson is a high-level setter who is already gaining attention well beyond her high school and club environments.

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Emmy Chadwick

2029 | OH/DS | A5 | PPV: 84.0

At 6'1", Emmy Chadwick brings plenty of size and versatility to the 2029 class as an outside hitter/defensive specialist for A5. Chadwick earned a spot on the AAU All-Tournament Team in the Open division, showing well in a high-level competition environment. She has also received 49 college camp invitations and has already attended camps at Florida and four other programs. With her size, versatility, and growing exposure to college programs, Chadwick is a player worth continuing to follow as she builds her résumé in the 2029 class.

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Savannah Menger

2030 | L/DS | Austin Juniors | PPV: 82.9

Savannah Menger is a 2030 defensive prospect from Austin Juniors who has already gained valuable exposure to the college recruiting environment. The 5'6" libero/DS has attended camps at Rice and Alabama, giving her experience in two high-level college settings. Menger is a player to continue following as she builds her experience and develops her game in the 2030 class.

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Ilona Filippini

2030 | Setter | Omni Volleyball | PPV: 87.5

Ilona Filippini is a 5'11" setter in the 2030 class who has already made an impression in high-level camp environments. Filippini was named MVP of the 2026 Under Armour NEXT LA Camp, a significant early recognition for a young setter. She has also attended camps at UCLA, Santa Clara, and several other programs, giving her valuable experience competing in different college environments. With her size, camp résumé, and Under Armour NEXT MVP honor, Filippini is a player to keep an eye on as she continues to establish herself in the 2030 class.

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Ramsey Brown

2030 | L/DS | Memphis Juniors |  Watch List

Ramsey Brown is a 2030 defensive prospect from Memphis Juniors who has already gained experience in the college camp environment. Brown has attended select camps at Wright State and Kansas State, giving her opportunities to compete and learn in different collegiate settings. Brown is currently on our Watch List as we continue to gather more information and evaluate her game.

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Karina Westerdal

2029 | Setter/OPP | Rulu Premier |  Watch List

Karina Westerdal is a versatile 2029 prospect who brings the ability to contribute in multiple roles for Rulu Premier. At 5'8", Westerdal has experience as both a setter and opposite, giving her a valuable level of positional flexibility as she continues to build her game. That versatility makes Westerdal an intriguing player to keep an eye on in the 2029 class. She is currently on our Watch List as we continue to learn more about her game and evaluate her play.

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Kennedy Mallory

2029 | S/MB | Elevation | PPV: 83.9

Kennedy Mallory brings an interesting combination of size and positional versatility to the 2029 class. At 5'11", Mallory contributes as both a setter and middle blocker for Elevation, giving her the ability to impact the game in multiple ways. Mallory was named to the All-Tournament Team at the 2026 USAV National Championships in the 14 Open Division, an impressive accomplishment in a highly competitive environment. She has also gained experience in the college camp setting, recently attending a camp at Cincinnati. With a 112" block touch and 116" approach touch, Mallory has a strong physical profile to go along with her versatility. Her combination of size, experience at the national level, and ability to play multiple positions makes her an intriguing prospect to continue watching in the 2029 class. 

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Kylie Winn

2029 | L/DS | Houston Skyline | PPV: 86.0

Kylie Winn is an athletic libero who brings an impressive résumé and plenty of high-level experience to the 2029 class. Winn has helped Houston Skyline qualify for Open Nationals three consecutive years, competing at the 13s, 14s, and 15s levels, while also being part of a team that triple-qualified in Open competition during the 2025-26 season. Her defensive résumé is equally notable. Winn was named Defensive Player of the Year four consecutive years with Skyline Royal, earned Second Team All-District recognition, and was included on the 2025 AVCA Girls High School Phenom Watch List. She has also attended camps at Miami, Baylor, and Texas A&M. At 5'8", Winn combines athleticism with significant experience in high-level competition. Her ability to consistently compete in Open-level environments, along with her defensive recognition and athletic profile, makes her a player to watch closely in the 2029 class.

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Audrey Cayetano

2031 | OPP/DS | Vision Volleyball | Athlete Watch List

Audrey Cayetano brings positional versatility to the 2031 class as an opposite/defensive specialist for Vision Volleyball. With the ability to contribute in different roles, Cayetano is a player we want to continue learning more about as we build a more complete evaluation of her game. For now, Cayetano is on our Watch List while we gather more information and continue evaluating her play.

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Regan Dixon | 2031 | S/DS | Tulsa Power | Watch List

Regan Dixon is an emerging 2031 setter/defensive specialist from Tulsa Power who is already gaining valuable experience in high-level national competition. Standing at 5'3", Dixon's disciplined approach and coachability have helped her contribute to strong team finishes, including a second-place Gold finish at the 2026 MLK Tournament and a third-place USA Gold finish at the 2025 Show Me 12s. As she continues to develop her all-around game, Dixon is a promising young prospect to keep an eye on.

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Samiyah Hopoi | 2031 | MB | AZ Storm | PPV: 91

Standing an impressive 6'4", Samiyah Hopoi is one of the most intriguing young middle blocker prospects in the 2031 class. Her combination of size and athleticism is already turning heads, highlighted by a 121" block touch and 121" approach touch: exceptional marks for a player her age. With rare physical tools and significant long-term upside, Hopoi has the foundation to develop into a high-impact presence at the net as she continues to refine her game.

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Avery Young | 2031 | OH/MB | Houston Juniors Volleyball | Watch List

Avery Young is a versatile 2031 OH/MB from Houston Juniors Volleyball who continues to build a strong foundation as a young prospect. At 5'7", she combines developing athleticism with a 108" block touch and 115" approach touch, giving her the tools to impact the match at multiple positions. Young was also named Middle MVP and has continued her development by attending camps at both Houston and Texas Southern. With her versatility, work ethic, and commitment to improving her game, she's a player to keep an eye on as she progresses.

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Aniah Brown | 2027 | MB/OH | Arizona Outlaws | PPV: 80.7

Aniah Brown has put together an impressive high school résumé while competing for Arizona Outlaws and Verrado High School. The 2027 MB/OH earned Honorable Mention All-Region honors in 2023 before breaking through with First Team All-Region and All-State Honorable Mention recognition in 2024. She followed that with another First Team All-Region selection and Second Team All-State honors in 2025, then earned a spot on the 2026 Colorado Crossroads All-Tournament Team. Brown has also continued to invest in her development by attending a camp at CSUN. Standing 5'10" with a 114" block touch and 116" approach touch, she brings athleticism, versatility, and a proven track record of production to the court.

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Emmi Coppa | 2028 | Libero/DS | Carolina Chaos | PPV: 78.4

Emmi Coppa is a 2028 libero/defensive specialist with Carolina Chaos who has earned recognition for her defensive abilities and continued development. The 5'5" defender has been named an AAU All-American, AVCA Phenom, JVA Watch List selection, and High Academic Watch List honoree. Coppa has also received Defensive Player of the Year recognition and has attended camps at Georgetown, George Washington, and Davidson. As she continues to develop her game, she brings a strong foundation of defensive experience and competitive experience to the court.