Weekly Risers: Momentum & Commitment Update

Ava Nowling | Libero | Premier Nebraska

Ava Nowling continues to separate herself as one of the more established libero prospects in her group, backed by consistent national-level exposure and a steadily growing recruiting profile. She’s been heavily involved in the NTDP pathway, including Winter Training Series, Experience Training, and Spring Training Series, which signals that she’s remained on the radar through multiple evaluation points rather than just a one-time appearance. That repeated involvement matters, especially in a deep libero pool, and it aligns with how she’s been evaluated in bigger gym environments—where she’s shown she can handle pace, pressure, and higher-level hitters without losing composure. She’s also added meaningful academic recognition as a National Honor Society student, reinforcing the complete profile coaches look for at the position. On the recruiting side, Nowling continues to expand her visibility with select camp opportunities at major programs including University of California, Los Angeles, University of Michigan, Creighton University, and University of Arizona. That mix of schools reflects legitimate Power 4-level interest and gives her multiple regional pathways depending on fit. Her past résumé already includes UA Next participation, a GJNC All-Tournament Team selection, UA Next MVP honors, and All-State recognition, which all support what she’s showing now: she’s not new to high-level environments, she’s just continuing to stack them. With a PPV of 231, Nowling profiles as a well-established libero prospect with sustained NTDP involvement, proven big-gym production, and growing Power 4 attention as she continues to trend upward in a loaded positional group.

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Sahej K Ahluwalia | Setter | A4 Volleyball

Sahej Ahluwalia is an early 2031 setter who is starting to gain attention for both her physical progression and overall developmental upside. She’s been playing up with the 14s group, which has accelerated her learning curve and given her early exposure to faster-paced play than most in her class. Physically, she’s made measurable gains, increasing her approach touch from 103 to 108 and her block touch from 104 to 107, showing steady athletic development as she continues to grow into the position. For a young setter, that type of upward trend is an important early indicator of long-term potential. Off the court, Ahluwalia brings a strong academic and extracurricular profile as a GATE student, Science Olympiad participant, Symphony Orchestra member, and Scholar’s Program student, reflecting discipline and high-level time management at a young age. She also attended an Under Armour Next Middle School Camp, giving her early exposure to national-level training environments. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist), Ahluwalia is a developing setter with early physical gains, strong academic profile, and clear long-term upside as she continues to grow into higher-level competition.

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Alli Z. Robinson | MB | IMG Ascenders Elite

Alli Z. Robinson continues to trend upward in the middle blocker group and has officially made her next step known with a verbal commitment to California Baptist University (4/13/26). That decision locks in a strong D1 destination after a steady rise through national club and high school success. Robinson has already been part of winning environments, including a VISAA Division I State Championship (2023), and she’s consistently shown up in major national events, earning Best Blocker honors at the Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic (14 Open & 15 Open, 2023–2024). That recognition reflects her ability to impact the net at high-level tournaments across multiple seasons. Her game is built around blocking presence, timing, and consistency at the net, with a track record that shows she performs in bigger brackets and tougher matchups. She’s the type of middle who doesn’t need a high volume of swings to influence outcomes—her value shows up in control and defensive impact. With a PPV of 164, Robinson is a steady, impact middle with proven national results, strong blocking recognition, and a clear next-level destination already secured.

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Logan McGuire | Setter | Kairos Elite

Logan McGuire continues to establish herself as one of the more productive setters in her group, backed by both high school production and steady national exposure. She’s coming off a strong sophomore campaign where she became the single-season assist leader in Brandon Valley High School history, while also surpassing 1,000 career assists early in her career. Her résumé already includes 2nd Team All-State (sophomore season), 1st Team All-Conference (2025), and All-Tournament Team honors (2025), showing consistent recognition as both a producer and a leader on the floor. That combination of volume and awards speaks to her ability to run an offense and maintain consistency over a full season. On the national side, McGuire has continued to build visibility as a UA Next attendee and NTDP Experience invitee (2026), with additional select camp exposure at programs like South Dakota State University, and upcoming plans to attend camps at University of Arizona, Creighton University, and University of Tennessee. With a PPV of 188, McGuire profiles as a proven production setter with strong early career records, national camp exposure, and a clear upward trajectory as she continues to develop against higher-level competition.

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Peyton Barclift | OH | Mode Volleyball

Peyton Barclift continues to build early momentum as a 2030 outside hitter with consistent national exposure through the NTDP pipeline. She’s been involved in both the 2026 NTDP Spring and Summer Training Series, along with prior NTDP Winter Training Experience, showing repeated inclusion in high-level evaluation environments at an early stage. Her club and national résumé already includes recognition as a 14 Premier AAU MVP (2025), along with additional NTDP summer experience, which reflects both production and early trust in national development settings. Barclift has also expanded her recruiting visibility through select camp opportunities at programs such as University of California, Los Angeles, University of San Diego, Arizona State University, and University of Washington, giving her early exposure across strong West Coast and Power 4 environments. Barclift profiles as a young, high-ceiling outside hitter already getting repeated NTDP looks and early Power 4 camp exposure, with clear long-term upside as she continues to develop physically and technically.

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Myra Coryell | MB | United VBA

Myra Coryell is an early 2030 middle blocker showing steady production and growing exposure out of United VBA. Even as an eighth grader playing up on the 14 national team, she’s already logging meaningful stats and contributing across all phases of the game. Her tournament resume includes multiple strong finishes, highlighted by Gold medal results at Lone Star Classic (2025), Lone Star Warm Up (2025 & 2026), and Cross Court Classic (2025), along with a conference championship at the Guadalupe Valley Athletic Conference. That level of consistent team success points to a player already used to competing in winning environments. Statistically, Coryell is showing a well-rounded early profile with 240 kills, 100 digs, 96 service aces, and 54 total blocks (solo + assists) across 108 sets played. She’s producing offensively while also contributing defensively and from the service line, which is notable for her age and position. Her 2.22 kills per set and overall activity level reflect a middle who is already involved in offense beyond just quick touches. She’s also beginning to gain recruiting exposure, with upcoming practices and evaluations involving programs such as Texas State University, Angelo State University, Texas A&M University–Texarkana, Tarleton State University, and others, giving her early visibility at the college level. With a PPV of 100 (watchlist), Coryell is a young middle with early statistical production, strong team results, and growing regional exposure, still very early in her development but already showing signs of impact potential.

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Maggie Jewell | MB | NC Academy

Maggie Jewell continues to trend upward in the middle blocker group with a growing mix of production, recognition, and expanding college exposure. She’s already built a strong résumé at both the regional and national level, highlighted by being ranked #5 nationally in total blocks for the 2028 class per MaxPreps, reinforcing her impact as a defensive presence at the net. Jewell has earned multiple honors over the last two seasons, including NCAVCA All-Region recognition, All-Conference honors, JVA Watchlist selections, and GJNC Stars that Shine recognition, showing steady momentum and visibility across multiple evaluation settings. She’s also a 2x Carolina Region NTDP participant, which continues to strengthen her national exposure. Her recruiting profile keeps growing as well, with additional select camp opportunities at University of Tulsa, University of California, Santa Barbara, University of Iowa, and Utah State University, adding to an already strong recruiting trajectory. With a PPV of 192, Jewell profiles as a high-producing middle blocker with proven defensive impact, growing national recognition, and increasing Division I interest as she continues to rise in the 2028 class.

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Eva Gutz | Libero | VCN  

Eva Gutz continues to build steady momentum in the libero group through leadership, national exposure, and expanding recruiting interest. A 2nd-year team captain, Gutz has continued to establish herself as a reliable presence in the back row while taking on a larger leadership role within her program. She recently completed Beach NTDP in Gulf Shores, adding another high-level training environment to her résumé and continuing to broaden her game through both indoor and beach experience. That kind of versatility and willingness to compete in different settings is something coaches continue to value more and more. Her recruiting visibility is also growing with select camp additions at University of Michigan, College of Charleston, Eastern Illinois University, and Premier Volleyball College Camp, with additional visits and camp opportunities still being evaluated as summer schedules continue to come together. With a PPV of 165, Gutz profiles as a steady, leadership-driven libero with growing recruiting traction, strong training exposure, and continued upward momentum in the 2028 class.

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Raegan Randazzo | Libero | Digtown Volleyball Club

Raegan Randazzo continues to build momentum as a rising 2029 libero with a strong mix of production, winning experience, and defensive playmaking. She’s already earned 4 All-Tournament Team selections while helping contribute to a remarkable 72-1 school ball record, showing consistent impact in winning environments.Randazzo also brings a noticeable playmaking element to the back row, highlighted by being featured 10 times on Noezybuckets Play of the Week, reflecting her ability to make high-effort defensive plays and momentum-changing touches. That type of recognition points to a libero who plays aggressively, competes hard, and consistently finds ways to stand out defensively. Beyond indoor success, she’s also shown versatility through beach volleyball, adding a 1st place beach finish to her résumé, along with a 15U Club Championship, continuing to stack results across multiple settings. With a PPV of 152, Randazzo profiles as a competitive, high-motor libero with strong winning experience, defensive instincts, and early signs of being a difference-maker in the back row.