It’s been an action-packed time here in Orlando for the vballrecruiter.com team. Alongside of covering the 50th edition of the AAU Girls Junior National Championships, we also hosted two Elite ID Clinic at the Wiregrass Sports Complex in Wesley Chapel. The clinics culminated with 11 players being invited to The Red Hat Games in December in Dallas. The invitations went out to the following:
- Damia Ellis S SC Midlands 17 National Elite (2024)
- Liv Lambert OH Team Kiwi 15 Graphite (2025)
- Olivia Burns RS Coastal 15 Elite (2026)
- Alivia Martin L/DS OT 15 Madison (2026)
- Ainhoa Molleja OH MVA 15 Julio (2026)
- Sarah McDonnell S OPU 15 Adidas (2026)
- Alaina Walker S/RS CJV 15 Brook (2026)
- Gabriella White MB All-In Coral 15 Taylor (2026)
- Veda Sharma OH Miami Hype 14 Nekene (2027)
- Avery Thorp MB Dead Frog 14 Black (2027)
- Ali Strange L/DS NKYVC 14-1 Tsunami (2027)
In addition to the 11 invites handed out, there were more players who caught our attention as well. We highlight all below.
INVITES AND STANDOUTS
Damia Ellis S SC Midlands 17 National Elite (2024): Ellis received an invite for her outstanding play both setting and hitting. The lefty has a strong arm and hits with lots of power.
Liv Lambert OH Team Kiwi 15 Graphite (2025): Lambert is a bit undersized but she jumps well and swings with authority.
Olivia Burns RS Coastal 15 Elite (2026): Burns is a lefty with a strong arm. She was bringing the wood at times with her hard hitting.
Alivia Martin L/DS OT 15 Madison (2026): Martin stood out among a strong ball control group. She has a sound platform and quiet movement when passing. She also brought a lot of energy.
Ainhoa Molleja OH MVA 15 Julio (2026): Molleja was the top hitter in her session. She’s a springy outside with a really quick swing. She was swinging away with authority and scoring a bunch.
Sarah McDonnell S OPU 15 Adidas (2026): McDonnell did well getting to the ball. She had a nice consistent release. She also stood out with her defensive play and could be a future defender too.
Alaina Walker S/RS CJV 15 Brook (2026): Walker was arguably the top overall player from both sessions. She has tremendous potential and is definitely a name to know. She can dish the ball with ease and moves very well.
Gabriella White MB All-In Coral 15 Taylor (2026): White is lanky and another who flashed her potential with her play at the net. She also has a nice arm and was letting balls fly.
Veda Sharma OH Miami Hype 14 Nekene (2027): Sherma was another standout attacker who played with high energy and lots of effort. She showed off a good arm and has lots of potential as she moves up the ranks.
Avery Thorp MB Dead Frog 14 Black (2027): Thorp was among the younger players who was owning the net. She has a solid arm and was doing well off of one foot.
Ali Strange L/DS NKYVC 14-1 Tsunami (2027): Strange is a flat-out baller and a legit next-level prospect. She was making hustle plays, showing scrappiness and bringing lots of energy.
Soleie Rizzi OH St. Pete 16 Teal (2025): Rizzi is a six-rotation pin. She has a presence on the court, showed a variety of shots and a nice arm.
Valerie Yambao S GP 15 Premier (2026): Yambao is a gamer and was working hard. She was moving the ball around well and has potential to continue to grow and blossom.
Kamryn McDonald OH/DS MAVS 816 16-1 (2025): McDonald does a good job getting her feet to the ball. It allows her to hit high. She also had a lot of energy.
Rosa Smith S WPVC 17 Armour Black (2025): Smith was among the top setters in her session. She has nice hands, is consistent and jump sets well.
Lanie Malobabich MB Sky Elite 15U (2026): Malobabich is young and has lots of potential. She has a sound base and just needs time and more reps.
Gigi Bernier L/DS Academy LI (2025): Bernier stood out in a strong libero group. She had sound passing and held it down digging.
Grace DeVall L/DS Pitt Elite 17 Elite (2024): DeVall had solid platform and outstanding court demeanor.
