June 8, 2025

The Illinois Class of 2027 rankings have been released and is filled with talented athletes who are sure to make an impact for their high school and club teams over the next year.  Her are seven attackers to know that have already made an impact in their state with plenty more to come.  Caroline Wright is an imposing threat out of the middle.  She was a standout for Adversity 15 Adidas all season and our Prep Dig Scouts took note of her at the Prep Dig Gauntlet this past June. Wright is able to connect well on a quick tempo out of the setters hand and knows how to avoid the block going to the corners.  She is a big time threat with her block as well, causing the other side to think twice. 

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Coach Mark JohnsonHead Volleyball Coach Visitation Academy, High Performance STLHigh Performance and Visitation Academy Leadership:10/10Team Player:10/10Easy to work with:10/10Ability:Grace doesn’t have the natural athletic gifts that other players have, but she makes up for it with a work ethic that is second to none. She just out works the other kids in the gym to make up for it. She is determined to succeed at whatever she does, and works to get every once of ability out of herself. She just puts her head down and grinds. She loves to learn new things, and she loves to be pushed outside her boundaries. She isn’t a player that you would count on to carry a team physically, but she will be that teammate that will make the smart play when it is needed.Personality:Grace is simply one of my favorite kids I have ever coached. She is such a joy to be around. On and off the court, she is just amazing. She is a great teammate and is all about the team rather than herself. She won’t be the best player on a team, but she will be the player that the coach will say “we couldn’t have done this without her”.  

Coach Christina AndreattaHead CoachHigh Performance STL Leadership:9/10Team Player:10/10Easy to work with:10/10Ability:She is a strong volleyball player with solid foundational skills and good athleticism. Her serves are consistent, and she moves well on the court, showing good anticipation and teamwork. She contributes positively to the team with her energy and effort, and she’s always willing to learn and improve. While she has a few areas that could use development, like refining her footwork, perfecting her swing, or increasing her hitting power, she has clear potential and will have a positive impact on any team.Personality:She has an outstanding personality that makes her a joy to work with on and off the court. She is incredibly friendly and respectful to both teammates and coaches, creating a positive and supportive environment around her. Her coachability stands out—she listens attentively, takes feedback well, and is always looking to improve. She’s also consistently courteous and encouraging, uplifting others with her words and actions. As a teammate, she’s dependable, selfless, and always puts the team first, making her an invaluable part of the group.

Coach Christina AndreattaHead CoachHigh Performance STL Leadership:9/10Team Player:10/10Easy to work with:10/10Ability:She is a strong volleyball player with solid foundational skills and good athleticism. Her serves are consistent, and she moves well on the court, showing good anticipation and teamwork. She contributes positively to the team with her energy and effort, and she’s always willing to learn and improve. While she has a few areas that could use development, like refining her footwork, perfecting her swing, or increasing her hitting power, she has clear potential and will have a positive impact on any team.Personality:She has an outstanding personality that makes her a joy to work with on and off the court. She is incredibly friendly and respectful to both teammates and coaches, creating a positive and supportive environment around her. Her coachability stands out—she listens attentively, takes feedback well, and is always looking to improve. She’s also consistently courteous and encouraging, uplifting others with her words and actions. As a teammate, she’s dependable, selfless, and always puts the team first, making her an invaluable part of the group.