Newest Player Profiles: Powerful Group That Keeps Popping Up

Isabelle Valgus - 2029, Libero/DS, Triangle 14 Black, Elite Orange

A spunky backcourt player, Valgus holds it down and more for her squad. In the right place at the right time, she will look to continue to stand out as she enters high school!

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Ryan Briscoe - 2028, Outside/DS, U16 RDA Black, Green

Although she doesn’t tower over opponents, Briscoe can get up and hammer the ball. Also able to play in the back row at a high level, she is a versatile prospect who should garner attention!

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Ava Janulewicz - 2028, Outside, VCNebraska 15 Elite, Green

One word to describe Janulewicz: steady. Whether in serve receive or attacking out of system sets, she is consistently a high quality player!

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Ryah Cotton - 2027, Setter, Northern Lights 16-2, Green

Committed to Bowling Green, this lefty setter brings a lot to the table, specifically on the offensive end! After a very successful start to her club and high school careers, she will look to carry that momentum into her final seasons at that level!

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Stella Warren - 2029, Outside, Velocity 15 Black

The best part about getting to write these pieces is learning about more and more young studs, and Warren carries on that trend! I can’t wait to keep tabs on her this fall and spring circuit!

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McKenzie Novak - 2027, Setter, IMG Academy, Blue

With weapons like Penn State commit Olivia Henry at her disposal, Novak is able to run a fun offense and can really let her talent shine! She delivers a clean, high set regularly and is just a solid player!

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Caroline Way - 2027, Outside, Triad Elite 18 National, Blue

An underrated pin, Way deserves WAY more credit! She brings fire and a whip of an arm swing to the court!

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Julíanné Arruda - 2028, Setter/Right Side, WD Nation 16 Blue, Orange

A UA Next camp attendee, Arruda is another lefty on this list that can flat out get it done! With a high swing and an intense attitude, she is one to watch for sure!

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