Weekly Risers: Commitments, Championships, and National Recognition

Addison Wells | 2030 | S | Alamo Volleyball Club | PPV: 179

Addison Wells continues to rise in the Class of 2030 as a talented setter with Alamo Volleyball Club. She has built a strong foundation through early development opportunities, attending the UA Next Middle School Camp in both 2024 and 2025. Wells has also seen success at both the school and club levels, earning recognition as a 2x Garcia Middle School Champion (Northside ISD) while helping her teams qualify for top divisions, including the 2024 12 National Division (Alamo 12 Premier) and the 2025 13 Open Division (Alamo 13 Premier). She has recently added a select camp at TCU, continuing to expand her exposure and development at the next level. With a PPV of 179, Wells’ combination of experience, growth, and opportunity positions her as a setter trending upward in the 2030 class.

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Flynn Peterson | 2030 | L/DS | Kairos | PPV: 214

Flynn Peterson is trending upward in the Class of 2030 as a libero/defensive specialist with Kairos. She has earned selection to the RTDP (Regional Team Development Program) for the North Country Region in 2026, highlighting her defensive ability and recognition at the regional level. Peterson has also expanded her exposure by adding select camps at UCLA and South Dakota, giving her opportunities to compete and develop in front of collegiate programs. With a PPV of 214, her defensive consistency, quickness, and growing experience position her as a player to watch as she continues to rise in her class.

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Audrey Schaeffer | 2027 | L/DS | Rockwood Thunder | PPV: 218

Audrey Schaeffer continues to stand out in the Class of 2027 as a top libero/defensive specialist, recently making her verbal commitment to the University of Wyoming. Her commitment reflects both her high-level performance and consistent recognition as one of the top defensive players in her class. Schaeffer has built an impressive résumé, earning Missouri All-State honors and recognition as an Under Armour Next athlete. Her accolades also include 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-District, First Team All-District (2024), 2nd Team All-District, and Honorable Mention All-Conference (2024), highlighting her sustained excellence at the high school level. At the club and national level, she has earned spots on the Show Me Qualifier All-Tournament Team and participated in the NTDP Accelerator program, further showcasing her ability to compete against elite talent. Off the court, Schaeffer has also been recognized as Academic All-State, demonstrating her commitment in the classroom as well. With a PPV of 218, Schaeffer’s combination of elite defensive skill, leadership, and proven performance makes her one of the top liberos to watch, even as she takes the next step in her career at Wyoming.

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Ava Calle | 2028 | L/DS | 1st Alliance Volleyball | PPV: 156

Ava Calle is trending upward in the Class of 2028 as a standout libero/defensive specialist with 1st Alliance Volleyball. She delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 MEQs, helping her team secure the 16USA Championship while earning MVP honors, highlighting her impact and consistency in the back row. Calle continued that momentum by contributing to a 2026 WCNQ 16USA Championship, showcasing her ability to perform at a high level across major national qualifiers. With a PPV of 156, her defensive instincts, leadership, and success in high-level competition position her as a player to watch in the 2028 class.

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Milan Tallman | 2029 | OH | SVC/NGV 18 National | PPV: 235

Milan Tallman is trending upward in the Class of 2029 as an outside hitter competing with SVC/NGV 18 National. She has earned invitations to both the Spring and Summer NTDP sessions, highlighting her talent and recognition at the national level. Tallman has recently returned to the court, competing at the Big South Qualifier in Atlanta, where she is playing six rotations at OH with an 18s team. Her return to competition marks an important step in her development, as she continues to build back into form and gain valuable reps at a high level. She has also added SMU as an early school favorite as she begins to explore collegiate opportunities. With a PPV of 235, Tallman’s versatility, resilience, and national-level recognition position her as a player to watch as she continues her upward trajectory in the 2029 class.

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Larkin Deinhammer | 2028 | OPP | BRUSA Volleyball | PPV: 137

Larkin Deinhammer is trending upward in the Class of 2028 as an opposite hitter with BRUSA Volleyball. She has been a key leader for her team, serving as Floor Captain for BRUSA 16-Fiapo, and continues to contribute to high-level success across multiple competitions. Deinhammer’s team achievements include winning the 2026 SCSN Bid Tournament Championship, the 2025 West Coast Qualifier American Championship, and the 2025 Southwestern League Championship, along with a strong 5th place finish at the 2025 CIF California State Championships. She has also expanded her exposure through multiple college camps, including Franklin & Marshall, Carnegie Mellon, Washington University, Wave College Coaches Camp, and Sunshine High Academic Camp, gaining valuable experience in front of collegiate programs. With a PPV of 137, Deinhammer’s leadership, competitive success, and continued development make her an opposite to watch as she builds momentum in the 2028 class.