There’s something different about this one.

Taimane Ainuʻu isn’t just rising — she’s resetting the curve.

Class of 2028.
5-star recruit.
U19 National Team.
Best Setter at the 2025 NORCECA Pan Am Cup.

And this fall, she’s back home with ‘Iolani —... a program already in stride after a third-place finish at Ann Kang and now heading to Durango with quiet fire.

But here’s the thing about Taimane…

She’s not chasing rankings.
She’s building a standard.
And she’s doing it her way — with calm, command, and composure beyond her years.

Watch closely.
Because this isn’t a moment.
It’s the start of something legendary.

They’ve done it before — and they’re not done yet.
Cathedral Catholic is headed to Las Vegas for the Durango Fall Classic — and they’re bringing more than a résumé.
This is one of only 12 programs to ever take the trophy home.
They did it in 2019.
They did it again in ...2022.
Same season they won it all.
Now, fresh off a Volleypalooza runner-up finish, the Dons open Pool 8 as the top seed — set to take on Nebraska’s Skutt Catholic, California’s South Pasadena, and hometown team Faith Lutheran.
But this year’s team?
It’s not just talent.
It’s timing.
It’s tension.
It’s the kind of edge that shows up when a program expects more — from themselves.
Watch closely.
Cathedral’s not chasing a title.
They’re chasing a standard.

🚨 Class of 2026 — this is YOUR moment 🚨
From varsity standouts to brand-new risers, this Fall Watchlist celebrates the athletes stepping into the spotlight. 🌟

This is just one snapshot of the 2026’s we’re tracking across the country — and it’s only the beginning. The... full Fall Watchlist is live now at vballrecruiter.com.

We know there are more athletes to catch. 👊
If you’re flying under the radar, drop RADAR below to apply. We’re watching. 👀