We enjoyed our time in Atlanta at the Big South Qualifier. There was tons of action to take in and vballrecruiter.com was on hand throughout the three-day weekend watching and observing as many teams and players as we possibly could. Below are the right sides who caught our eyes the most.
15 Open
Gabriella Kucinski, AZ Sky 15 Gold – Kucinski, a 5-11 lefty, can really get up! She touches 10-1 and has a lively arm to go at defenses with.
Camila Soto, Next Level 15-1 – Soto was another member of Next Level who impressed. She’s a big undersized but she jumps well, has a quick swing and is effective at finding the corners.
BreAnna McMillan, S/RS, Triangle 15 Black – McMillan looks to be a rising stud in the sport. She’s 5-9 and sets and hits. She can run a nice tempo to her hitters. She also flies and has a big arm. She’s going to make her impact felt in the years to come!
Lydia Chinchar, No Name 15-1 – Chinchar is the featured hitter in the No Name attack. She plays six rotations and passes out of serve receive. She’s a strong hitter who has power behind her swing.
Erynn Gotsch, Top Select 15 Elite – Don’t underestimate this 5-7 right side! Gotsch is an aggressive attacker who can deliver some surprisingly hard kills.
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16 Open
Eva Dittmar, Elite VBTC 16 Black – At 6-1, Dittmar is a wirey. She has a quick swing and isn’t afraid to go at and challenge the block.
Ryan Hunter, CJV 16 Zoe – Hunter is a freshman playing up and is immensely talented. She’s a four-star recruit. A 6-1 lefty, she skies and can deliver some big-time kills. She also is used in serve receive.
Sarah Schnell, Miami Hype 16 Emilio – Schnell is going to get her share of sets as she’s a key component of Hype’s attack. She’s a tall lefty with the ability to hit down on the ball and score a ton of points.
Bailey Higgins, OT 16 Jason – A 5-11 three-star recruit, this lefty is on the up and up. She gets in the air quick and can unleash with a fury.
Jordan Smith, Rockwood Thunder 16 Elite – This 6-3 four-star recruit is only a freshman! She’s already hitting with decent power and is only going to add to it. She’s a name to get to know.
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17 Open
Carissa Michel, Top Select 17 Elite – Michel isn’t the biggest right side at 5-10, but she attacks with a passion. She gets up well, has a quick arm and lets it rip.
Claire Mrukowski, Elite VBTC 17 Black – The 6-1 lefty is someone Elite looks to often to help carry the offense. She hits with good pace and nice angles.
Allison Cavanaugh, OT 17 John – A 6-3 three-star recruit, Cavanaugh is a big part of OT’s offense. She’s long and can hit over blocks with her strong arm.
Kumara Flanagain, Emerald Coast 17 National – Flanagain was proving a good option for Emerald Coast on the right side. She’s 6-2 and very physical. She gets on defenses with her power.
Sarah Brodner, High Tide 17 Elite – This 6-5 sophomore could be a sleeper! She hits at a high contact point and knows how to use the block. Her ceiling is very high!
Ella Schomer, Mich Elite 17 Mizuno – Schomer is a 6-1 three-star recruit committed to Wofford. She’s a real gamer who plays with intensity. She has a quick swing and gets after it aggressively.
