On Film: 15 Highlight Reels Worth Watching

Landry McRae

2028 | Setter/OPP | Excel | Cal Baptist Commit

Landry McRae is a high-level talent who immediately stands out on film. The 6'0" Cal Baptist commit brings the size, athleticism, and skill set to make an impact from multiple positions, with the versatility to contribute as both a setter and opposite. McRae has already built an impressive résumé, including AVCA Phenom Watch List recognition, a UA NEXT Camp invitation, and a spot on the 15U North Texas Region All-Star Team, which won gold in Iowa. She also led Allen High School in both aces and assists in 2025. With a 118" block touch and 121" approach touch, McRae is exactly the type of high-level talent that demands attention when the film starts rolling.

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Addyson Boone

2029 | S/OPP | C-Force

Addyson Boone brings a versatile skill set to the court as a 2029 setter/opposite for C-Force. Her ability to contribute in multiple roles gives her plenty of ways to impact a match, whether she is helping organize the offense or making plays at the net. At 5'7", Boone has recorded a 104" block touch and 110" approach touch. Her versatility and continued development make her an interesting player to watch on film as she continues to grow her game and find her strengths across both positions.

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Mila Smith

2029 | OH/OPP | METRO

Mila Smith brings a strong competitive résumé to the 2029 class, including a VISAA Division I State Championship with Flint Hill School and experience as a freshman starter on the varsity team. The 5'11" outside/opposite has also helped her club teams earn two USAV Girls Junior National Championship Open Division bids. On film, Smith shows a nice feel for the game, particularly with her ability to use the line shot effectively. She also does a good job of intentionally attacking into the block, forcing defenders to make difficult plays and creating opportunities for the ball to deflect out. With a 107" block touch and 113" approach touch, Smith has a solid foundation and plenty of room to continue building her game.

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Maeryn Pettit

2028 | OPP/DS | Tennessee Performance Volleyball

Maeryn Pettit was one of the players who stood out to me while watching film. The left-handed 2028 opposite/DS brings a quick, explosive style to the court, getting off the floor fast and showing the ability to create problems for opposing defenses. Pettit has already been part of several strong finishes, including the 2026 AAU 16 Premier Championship, a 2024 AAU 14 Premier runner-up finish, and a 2025 Tennessee State Semifinal appearance. She also participated in the 2026 UA NEXT Camp. At 5'9", Pettit has recorded a 103" block touch and 119" approach touch. Her combination of left-handed versatility and quick athleticism makes her a player I’ll be keeping a close eye on throughout the upcoming season.

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Amina Reaves

2030 | OH/OPP | Austin Performance

Amina Reaves is a young prospect who already shows plenty of power in her game. The Austin Performance outside/opposite brings an impressive physical foundation for her age, with a 112" block touch and 116" approach touch at 5'9". There is a lot to like about Reaves' long-term potential. She plays with the kind of physicality and attacking ability that can become a major weapon as her game continues to develop. Reaves is still early in her journey, but she is a player with clear upside and the tools to become a prospect to watch closely in the 2030 class.

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Myra Coryell

2030 | MB/OH | United VBA

Myra Coryell is one of those 2030 prospects who immediately stands out as an older, more physically mature player on film. At 5'11", Coryell brings a strong presence at the net and has the versatility to contribute as both a middle blocker and outside hitter. Her recent numbers show a player who is already impacting the game in multiple areas, including 346 kills, 109 service aces, 67 total blocks, and 138 digs. She also posted a .219 hitting percentage while playing 143 sets, showing the kind of all-around involvement that makes her a difficult player to take out of a match. Coryell's physical profile adds to the intrigue, with a 114" block touch and 117" approach touch. She may be a 2030 prospect, but her combination of size, production, and overall court presence gives her a maturity that is easy to notice when watching her play.

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Presley Thornton

2029 | OH/OPP | Grand Strand Juniors Coast United

Presley Thornton has made noticeable strides this year, adding strength and becoming a more physical presence on the court. The 6'0" outside/opposite started varsity as a freshman at Socastee High School, giving her valuable experience competing against older players early in her high school career. Thornton brings a strong physical profile to the 2029 class, with a 112" block touch and 114" approach touch. Her continued growth as a stronger, more physical attacker has made her a player worth watching as she continues to build her game.

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Addelyn VanDuinen

2028 | Setter/OPP | OTVA

Addelyn VanDuinen brings a strong résumé and a versatile skill set to the 2028 class. The 6'0" setter/opposite has earned recognition on the AVCA Phenom List and Best and Brightest, was named FACA District 16 Player of the Year, and has been the BCS Varsity Team MVP in both 2024 and 2025. On film, VanDuinen shows improved precision and a strong feel for placement. Her back set is a particular strength, and she does a good job of finding open areas of the court rather than simply relying on power. With a 111" block touch and 114" approach touch, VanDuinen brings plenty of physical tools to go along with her developing skill set and versatility.

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Minnie Parsley

2029 | Libero/DS | Rhythm Volleyball Academy

I have a bit of an advantage when it comes to knowing Minnie Parsley's play, having previously done a spotlight interview with her and getting to learn more about her background and journey. What stands out most is that Parsley is an athlete, a competitor, and a quick learner: all qualities that show up in her game. On film, Parsley brings the scrappy, quick style you want to see from a libero. She has a natural defensive mindset and plays with the kind of competitiveness that makes her willing to chase down difficult balls and stay involved in the play. After getting to know more about her background and watching her game continue to develop, I’ll be keeping a close eye on Parsley moving forward.

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Morgan Parris

2030 | MB/OPP | AVC Cleveland

Morgan Parris is a young 2030 prospect who brings an intriguing combination of size and defensive presence to the middle. At 6'1", Parris has already recorded a 108" block touch and 113" approach touch, giving her a strong physical foundation for her age. On film, Parris is especially dangerous when the ball is close to the net, where she can quickly become a threat as an attacker. She also shows the instincts to make an impact defensively in the middle, using her size to create problems for opposing hitters. Parris is a player I'll be watching closely as she continues to develop, and she has the potential to become a name to know in the 2030 class.

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Abby Zichella

2029 | OH/OPP | Miami Volleyball Academy

Abby Zichella was one of my favorite players to watch on film. The 5'11" Miami Volleyball Academy standout is a strong, quick athlete who plays with a physicality that immediately jumps off the screen. She brings real power to her game, but what makes her especially fun to watch is the way she uses her shots. Zichella does an excellent job of seeing the court and finding ways to score beyond simply swinging as hard as possible. Her ability to change direction and place the ball makes her a difficult attacker to defend, while her quickness allows her to stay active and create opportunities throughout a rally. With a 114" block touch and 116" approach touch, she brings a strong physical foundation to the 2029 class. With AVCA Phenom recognition and Miami Herald All-Dade honors already on her résumé, Zichella is a player who absolutely stood out to me on tape. I loved what I saw from her and will be watching closely as she continues to make her mark in the 2029 class.

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Allahna Lacy

2028 | MB | Rise Volleyball

Allahna Lacy brings an impressive résumé to the 2028 class, including 2026 JVA Watchlist recognition and two All-Conference First Team selections. The 6'1" middle blocker has already been highly productive at the high school level, recording 306 career kills and 100 total blocks through her sophomore season. Lacy has also been particularly efficient offensively, ranking fifth among Maryland sophomores in hitting percentage according to MaxPreps. With a 110" block touch and 112" approach touch, she has a strong physical foundation and continues to build her game as she moves forward. Her production and efficiency make her a player to keep an eye on in the 2028 class.

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Hailey Lee

2030 | Setter/DS | SC Rockstar

Hailey Lee is a 2030 prospect who caught my attention with her quickness and feel for the game. The SC Rockstar setter/DS is very in tune with what is happening on the court, showing the awareness to make quick decisions and keep the offense moving. Lee has already gained valuable experience on big stages, including a third-place finish in the 13 Open Division at the 2025 USAV GJNC and a UA NEXT appearance. She was also a Principal's Scholarship recipient, adding another accomplishment to her early résumé. At 5'7", Lee has recorded a 108" block touch and 111" approach touch. Her quick setting, court awareness, and ability to stay connected to the game make her a young player to watch closely in the 2030 class.

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Giuliana Mastrangelo

2028 | MB | Paramount Volleyball Club

Giuliana Mastrangelo was another player who really impressed me on tape. The 6'2" middle blocker brings a strong physical presence to the net and immediately looks like someone who can make an impact in multiple phases of the game. Mastrangelo has already put together an impressive résumé at Lightridge High School, earning 2025 VHSL All-District First Team, All-Region First Team, and All-State Second Team honors. She also helped Paramount Volleyball Club qualify for the 2025 GJNC 15 Open Division. With a 117" approach touch, Mastrangelo has the physical tools to be a real presence as she continues to develop. Her combination of size, athleticism, and the way she plays on film made her one of the more impressive players in this group to watch.

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Kaylee Ballard

2028 | OH/OPP | Mizuno Club North

Kaylee Ballard was another standout on film. The 6'0" outside/opposite brings a strong physical presence to the court, with a 115" block touch and 120" approach touch that immediately give her the tools to make an impact at the net. Ballard combines size and athleticism with the versatility to contribute from multiple positions. She was another player who really caught my attention while watching film, and her physical profile makes her a prospect worth keeping an eye on as she continues to develop.