Who’s On Our Radar? Weekly Check-In Across The Classes

Ashley Blaine | 2029 | OH | Texas Legacy Volleyball Club | PPV 181

Blaine is a dynamic outside hitter in the 2029 class who continues to establish herself as one of the more productive offensive threats in her group. She brings an impressive list of early accomplishments, including AVCA Phenom recognition, USAV All-American Team National Division honors, Texas All-State 2nd Team, All-District selection, and Offensive MVP honors, reflecting consistent impact on both the club and high school stages. She plays with a strong offensive mindset and has proven to be a reliable scoring option, consistently producing at a high level when her team needs momentum. Her ability to generate points and carry offensive responsibility has been a key part of her early development and recognition within her class. With continued exposure and development opportunities ahead, Blaine remains a high-upside 2029 outside hitter whose production and award profile already place her firmly on the radar as a player to track moving forward.

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Peyton Barclift | 2030 | OH |  Mode Volleyball | PPV 224

Barclift is an explosive outside hitter in the 2030 class who continues to separate herself as one of the premier young prospects nationally. She has already built an impressive early résumé, including AAU 14 Premier MVP honors in 2025 and repeated NTDP involvement through both the Spring and Summer Training Series in 2026, where she continued to stand out against top-level competition. At 6’0”, she brings a strong physical presence on the pin and consistently plays with pace and aggressiveness at the net. Her arm strength and athleticism allow her to score in a variety of ways, and she has shown the ability to perform up in age divisions, further reinforcing her upside and adaptability against stronger competition. Barclift also continues to gain exposure through collegiate environments, including camp experiences at Arizona and Washington. Coming off a strong showing at NTDP in May, she continues to trend as a high-impact player in the 2030 class with significant long-term potential. With a PPV of 224, she profiles as one of the more dynamic young outside hitters in the national pipeline.

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Sydney Johnson | 2028 | Libero | Drive Nation | PPV 152

Johnson is a promising libero in the 2028 class who continues to show steady growth and confidence in her back-row game. She is beginning to separate herself through her energy, effort, and improving consistency in serve receive and defensive control, with clear signs of continued development. She recently attended the TAV and Drive Nation coaching camp, where she took advantage of a strong training environment to showcase her skill set and further build her defensive foundation. Opportunities like this have allowed her to gain valuable high-level reps while continuing to refine her overall game. Johnson is moving in a strong direction as she continues to develop her floor presence and expand her impact in the back row. With a PPV of 152, she profiles as a 2028 libero whose progress and work ethic make her an exciting player to continue tracking.

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Payton Osegueda | 2028 | OH | Club North VBC |

Osegueda is a 6’1” outside hitter in the 2028 class who continues to build a strong and versatile profile as she develops into a more complete offensive threat. She already brings an impressive résumé, including 2025 AVCA Phenom recognition, UA Next selection, All-Conference and All-District championship honors, multiple All-Conference and All-District selections across 2024 and 2025, along with Academic All-State recognition in both years. Her game continues to trend upward, especially as a more polished and efficient scorer. She has shown noticeable growth in her ability to finish points cleanly and operate with more control and composure on the pin. Rather than playing rushed, she looks more composed and intentional in her decision-making, which has helped elevate her overall offensive consistency. Osegueda also brings positional versatility and looks comfortable impacting the game in multiple roles, giving her added value as she continues to develop. She recently attended camp at both Iowa State and Missouri, adding valuable exposure in strong collegiate environments. With continued refinement, she profiles as a 2028 outside hitter whose game is steadily becoming more controlled, efficient, and impactful.

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Bryn Walcott | 2028 | OH | Sudden Impact Volleyball | PPV 243

Walcott is a highly ranked outside hitter in the 2028 class who has already established herself as a strong impact player on both the high school and club stages. She has earned WSVCA 4A All-State Tournament Team honors along with 2nd-Team All-State recognition, reflecting her ability to produce in high-level postseason environments. She brings a long, athletic frame on the pin with a quick, efficient arm swing that allows her to score in a variety of ways. Her game translates well in system, and she also provides value in serve receive, giving her the ability to stay on the court in all-rotation situations. Walcott has continued to build experience through multiple camps and additional beach volleyball work, expanding her overall skill set and versatility. With a PPV of 243, she profiles as a well-established 2028 outside hitter with proven production and strong long-term ceiling at the next levels.

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Catherine Bensler | 2029 | Setter | Mississippi Velocity Volleyball Club

Bensler is a polished setter in the 2029 class who continues to earn attention for her poise and consistency on the court. A 2025 AVCA Phenom and member of the 2029 Watchlist, she has already begun building a strong reputation as a player capable of running an offense with confidence and control. What stands out most about Bensler is the smoothness of her game. She consistently delivers a clean, accurate ball to her attackers and shows the type of reliability that coaches value from the setter position. Her decision-making, tempo, and ability to keep hitters comfortable make her a steady presence in the offense. Bensler recently trained at Sunshine Volleyball Club's High Academic Camp, adding another quality experience to her development path. As she continues to gain exposure and experience, she remains a setter who is firmly on the radar in the 2029 class.

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Malie Ogbechie | 2028 | OH | Sports Academy Volleyball Club | PPV 225

Ogbechie continues to gain momentum as one of the most physically dynamic outside hitters in the 2028 class. The 6'0" pin attacker pairs a 122 approach touch with a 117 block touch, and her ability to play above the net has become increasingly noticeable throughout the past year. She is attacking with confidence, generating pace, and finding ways to impact matches as a high-flying offensive presence. Her recent accomplishments include a 2025 Under Armour Next Invitation and a 2025 Marmonte League Conference Championship in varsity beach volleyball, showcasing success across multiple areas of the sport. She also attended UA Next last month and continues to receive invitations to numerous collegiate camps, reflecting the growing attention surrounding her game. Perhaps the biggest story is how much her overall impact has grown. Ogbechie has elevated her offensive game, become a more explosive attacker, and continues to turn heads with her athleticism and ability to score. Combined with a strong academic focus, she is putting herself in a position to attract attention from a wide range of collegiate programs. With a PPV of 225, she remains one of the most exciting outside hitters to follow in the 2028 class.

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Isabella Gomez | 2028 | OH | Houston Juniors | PPV 165

Gomez is a powerful outside hitter in the 2028 class who continues to make strides as an offensive force. Her recent accolades include MVP honors, Most Improved recognition, Katy ISD 19-6A First Team selection, and Offensive MVP honors, backed by an impressive sophomore season that produced 352 kills, 312 digs, and 53 aces. At 5'11" with a 122 approach touch and 120 block touch, Gomez brings strong physical tools to the pin. She attacks with confidence, generates significant pace on the ball, and has the arm reach to score from multiple areas of the court. One of the most encouraging aspects of her profile is the amount of growth she has shown, continuing to elevate both her production and overall impact. Gomez recently participated in the Houston Juniors D1 Camp and is now preparing for Nationals after helping her team secure a double qualification. With a PPV of 165, she is a rising 2028 outside hitter whose combination of production, athleticism, and continued improvement makes her a player worth watching closely.

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Presley Johnson | 2029 | Libero | OTVA | PPV 177

Johnson is a high-energy libero in the 2029 class who stands out for her quickness, competitiveness, and leadership on the court. She has already earned strong recognition at the high school level, including First Team All-County (Polk) and FACA Player of the Year honors, reflecting her impact and consistency as a back-row presence. She plays with a fast, reactive style and is consistently around the ball, showing a clear willingness to extend rallies and make momentum-changing defensive plays. Her ability to read the game and stay active in serve receive and transition defense makes her a reliable and engaging player to watch. She is also one of my personal favorites to watch: she plays with energy, effort, and a clear love for making big defensive plays, especially digs that swing momentum. Johnson attended camp at Kentucky, gaining valuable exposure in a strong collegiate environment. Her highlight reel is also available on the site, offering a strong look at her defensive range and style of play. With a PPV of 177, she profiles as a 2029 libero whose energy, leadership, and defensive instincts continue to set her apart.

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Chayse Courtney | 2028 | OH | Vision 17G | PPV 244

Courtney is a highly productive outside hitter in the 2028 class who continues to rise as a consistent offensive and all-around impact player. She has been a steady presence on the national radar with four NTDP Training Session participations (Spring & Summer 2026, Summer & Winter 2025) along with multiple NTDP experiences in Kansas City across 2025 and 2026. She also attended UA Next Camp in Los Angeles in May 2026, continuing to stack high-level exposure opportunities. Her sophomore season production speaks for itself with 433 kills, a .352 hitting percentage, 85 aces, 239 digs, and 509 serve receptions, showcasing her as a true all-rotation outside hitter. She brings efficiency and consistency on the pin, combining scoring ability with strong passing responsibilities and reliable serve pressure, making her a complete two-way threat. At 6’1” with a 123 approach touch and 119 block touch, Courtney plays long and controlled at the net, with the ability to score in system and stay composed in bigger match environments. She has continued to trend upward through steady, consistent improvement rather than sudden bursts, showing clear reliability in high-level settings. With a PPV of 244, she profiles as one of the more complete and efficient 2028 outside hitters in the country, with a steady upward trajectory heading into the next stage of her development.

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Alexandria White | 2029 | OH | Top Select Volleyball | PPV 194

White is a steady and efficient outside hitter in the 2029 class who continues to establish herself as a consistent performer in high-level tournament play. She has earned USAV 2025 All-Tournament Team honors along with back-to-back AAU All-American recognition in 2024 and 2025, reflecting her ability to produce in competitive environments year over year. She brings a composed, intentional offensive approach on the pin, showing the ability to score with control rather than relying purely on power. Defensively, she is also effective at the net, where she contributes as a disciplined and efficient blocker who reads well and stays disciplined in transition. White recently attended camp at NC State and is now preparing for Nationals after helping her team secure a double big. With a PPV of 194, she profiles as a 2029 outside hitter whose consistency, efficiency, and competitive track record continue to keep her firmly on the radar.

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Haven Enselman | 2029 | Setter | Adversity VBC | PPV 213

Enselman is a 6’0” setter in the 2029 class who brings a strong combination of size, experience, and advanced offensive understanding for her position. She has already built an impressive competitive résumé, including multiple state championships, NTDP participation, UA Next Camp experience, a 15U USA Volleyball American National Championship, USAV All-American honors (2025), USAV All-Tournament Team recognition, and additional championship success at both the IESA and IHSA levels. Her setting game stands out immediately through quick wrists and clean rhythm, especially when operating in system off strong passing. She is capable of running a fast-tempo offense to the pins while also reversing the flow when needed, showing a strong feel for manipulating blockers and controlling offensive structure. At her size, she presents a physical advantage at the setter position and uses it well to maintain clean release points and extend effectiveness at the net. Enselman was also competing at the Summer NIT as part of her continued preparation for nationals in Indianapolis, adding more high-level match experience to her growing profile. With a PPV of 213, she remains one of the more well-rounded and physically intriguing setters in the 2029 class.

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Josslyn Jacks | 2028 | OH | TStreet | PPV 210

Jacks is a strong 6-rotation outside hitter in the 2028 class who continues to elevate her game through consistent exposure in high-level club and national training environments. She has earned Baseline League MVP honors along with NTDP Training participation, highlighting both her production and her ability to compete in top-tier evaluation settings. She brings real impact at the net, where her blocking presence stands out immediately and gives her team a reliable defensive edge in the front row. As a 6-rotation athlete, she provides value beyond just attacking, contributing across serve receive, defense, and transition while continuing to expand her offensive confidence and terminal scoring ability. Jacks also competed at the Tribe Showcase this past weekend and is now preparing for Nationals, continuing to gain valuable experience in major competitive environments. With a PPV of 210, she profiles as a 2028 outside hitter with strong all-around tools, notable net presence, and a game that continues to trend in a positive direction as she gains more high-level reps.

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Chandler Short | 2029 | Setter | Wave 15-1 Brennan | PPV 180

Short is a talented setter in the 2029 class who continues to build an impressive résumé through success in some of the nation's most competitive events. Her accomplishments include Open Championships at both the Windy City 15U Qualifier and Red Rock Rave, where she also earned All-Tournament honors. She has additionally been recognized as First Team All-League and Rookie of the Year, reflecting her impact both within her club season and beyond. What stands out most about Short is her connection with her hitters. She does an excellent job delivering a consistent, hittable ball while showing a strong understanding of tempo and offensive flow. Her ability to stay in sync with her attackers allows her to maximize the strengths of those around her and keep an offense operating efficiently. She also contributes defensively, bringing value beyond the setting position with her court awareness and willingness to make plays in transition. With a PPV of 180, Short profiles as a well-rounded 2029 setter whose combination of winning experience, offensive feel, and defensive contributions continues to make her a player worth watching.

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Scarlet Malone | 2029 | OH | Memphis Metro Volleyball

Malone is a 6'1" outside hitter in the 2029 class who continues to show encouraging growth in her overall game. One of the biggest improvements has been her movement, as she looks noticeably quicker and more comfortable on the court than she did previously. That increased fluidity is allowing her to impact more plays and continue expanding her effectiveness as a pin attacker. Offensively, Malone has developed a strong line shot that has become a reliable weapon in her attack arsenal. Combined with her length and size on the outside, she has the tools to create problems for opposing defenses and continue building into a versatile scoring threat. She recently attended camp at Georgia Tech, gaining valuable experience in a collegiate training environment while continuing to add exposure opportunities to her profile. Malone is a player whose recent growth has been noticeable, and she remains an athlete worth keeping an eye on as she continues to develop.