Weekly Risers: Names Climbing the Board

Cala Haffner — Libero / DS — Pineapple High Performance — Class of 2028 — PPV 292

Cala Haffner enters this week’s risers with one of the most decorated résumés among defensive players in her class. Her honors include 2025 IHSVCA 1st Team All-State, AVCA All-Region, MaxPreps 2nd Team All-American, and MaxPreps Sophomore All-American, along with regional recognition and team academic awards that reflect both performance and consistency. As a libero/DS, Haffner impacts matches with defensive control, court awareness, and the ability to steady serve receive under pressure. Her production and recognition at the state and national level point to a backcourt player trusted in high-level environments. She has also added Texas and Kentucky Select Camps, continuing to build exposure in front of college programs. With a PPV of 292, Haffner stands out as a high-level defensive presence whose résumé and performance continue to push her upward.

​

Kyla Hurley — Libero / DS — Pineapple High Performance — Class of 2028 — PPV 172

Kyla Hurley continues to gain traction as one of the top defensive players in Indiana, ranked #4 overall in the 2028 class by PrepDig and #2 among liberos/DS. Her profile is backed by national exposure, including an Under Armour Next Invite, AVCA Phenom recognition, and inclusion on the IHSVCA Players to Watch list. She has trained in high-level environments, attending Texas A&M and University of Tennessee camps in 2025, and is set to compete at the UA Next Camp in Indianapolis (March 2026). A recent growth spurt adds to her physical development as she continues refining her defensive game. Hurley’s combination of recognition, experience, and steady progression positions her as a libero trending upward, with a growing presence in both state and national conversations.

​

Payton Osegueda — Outside Hitter — Club North KC — Class of 2028 — PPV 133

Payton Osegueda continues to build momentum as a developing outside hitter, pairing on-court production with strong academic and athletic recognition. She earned Academic All-State honors in 2024 and 2025, along with All-District First Team and All-Conference Second Team selections in both seasons, and was part of conference and district championship teams in 2025.Her exposure continues to expand with AVCA Phenom recognition, a UA Next selection, and added experience at Missouri, Creighton, and Colorado select camps. A recent inch of growth adds to her physical development as she continues refining her game on the outside. Osegueda’s résumé reflects consistency, coachability, and steady progress, positioning her as an outside hitter trending upward as she gains experience and confidence in competitive environments.

​

Kolby Ross — Outside Hitter — Adversity VBC — Class of 2028 — PPV 238

Kolby Ross continues to emerge as a high-impact outside hitter, backed by major recognition and consistent production. She was named SWSC Conference Athlete of the Year, earned SWSC All-Conference honors, and received 2025 IVCA 2nd Team All-State recognition, highlighting her effectiveness across the high school season.Ross also earned IVCA All-Academic honors, reflecting discipline and consistency both on and off the court. Her résumé points to a player trusted in big roles, capable of carrying offensive responsibility while maintaining steady all-around play. With a PPV of 238, Ross stands out as an outside hitter whose performance and accolades signal continued upward movement in her class.

​

Kaelyn Bjorklund — Setter — Mizuno Northern Lights VBC — Class of 2027 — PPV 210

Kaelyn Bjorklund continues to establish herself as one of the most accomplished setters in her class, highlighted by her verbal commitment to Clemson and a résumé full of high-level success. She was named Minnesota Gatorade Player of the Year (2025–2026), is a two-time Minnesota State Champion, and earned All-State honors in 2024 and 2025, along with All-Tournament Team selections both years. Her recognition also extends nationally with AAU 15 Open All-American honors, reinforcing her impact running the offense in elite competition. Bjorklund plans to attend the UA Next Camp in Kansas City, continuing to stay visible in top training and evaluation environments. With a PPV of 210, she profiles as a proven floor leader with championship experience and the ability to manage a match, distribute efficiently, and elevate the players around her.

​

Dara Jackson — Libero — NKYVC — Class of 2028 — PPV 168

Dara Jackson continues to trend upward as a high-impact libero with proven production and recognition at both the state and national levels. She helped NKYVC capture the Nike Classic 16 Open Championship in Columbus (Jan. 2026) and is ranked #6 overall and #1 Libero/DS in Kentucky by PrepDig. Her sophomore season at Notre Dame Academy showcased her consistency and defensive command, finishing with 516 digs and 47 aces while helping lead the program to a Kentucky State Runner-Up finish. Jackson’s steady play, serve pressure, and ability to anchor the backcourt make her a clear riser within her class.

​

Baylor Dinger — Libero — VOLT Volleyball — Class of 2028 — PPV 177

Baylor Dinger brings one of the most statistically dominant defensive profiles in her class, pairing production with major recognition across North Dakota. She has been the No. 1 ranked 2028 player in the state in both 2024 and 2025, earned Class AA All-State (2nd Team), AVCA All-Region, and Eastern North Dakota Conference Team honors, and was selected to the Class AA All-Tournament Team. Her numbers are eye-catching: 742 digs in 2024 and 798 digs in 2025, setting both single-season and career school dig records, along with the single-season aces record (67) and state championship match dig records in back-to-back years. She continues to build exposure with Oregon and NDSU select camps, a recent inch of growth, and plans to attend the UA Next Camp in Kansas City (Feb. 13, 2026). Dinger’s production and recognition point to a libero who consistently drives defensive momentum.

​

Dani Solomon — Outside Hitter — NC Academy — Class of 2029 — PPV 215

Dani Solomon is emerging quickly as a young outside with both physical tools and early high-level recognition. She earned All-State honors as a freshman, a strong indicator of her immediate impact and long-term ceiling. Her measurables stand out, including a 122″ approach touch, giving her the ability to play above the block and finish points consistently from the pin. Solomon has also added exposure through camps at Kentucky, Louisville, and North Carolina, continuing to build her profile against strong competition. With her athleticism and early production, she’s positioning herself as one of the more intriguing young outsides to track in the 2029 class.