10 local volleyball players to watch this season
Aug. 13—Football isn't the only high school season that's getting closer. Volleyball is gearing up to start next week as well, and several teams are looking to either replicate the success they had last year or do even better. Here are 10 star players to watch this year: — Haniyah Standridge, West Morgan junior Few players burst onto the scene quite like Standridge did last season. The 2025 ...
Volleyball season is just around the corner as high school teams gear up for the upcoming matches. Here are 10 star players to watch this year:
1. Haniyah Standridge, West Morgan junior: As the 2025 Decatur Daily Player of the Year, Standridge had an impressive sophomore year with 723 kills, 335 digs, 53 aces, and 35 blocks, leading the Rebels to the Class 4A state tournament.
2. Maggie Jae Marsh, Austin senior: Austin's best season in over two decades saw Marsh contribute significantly with 1,174 assists, 380 digs, 195 kills, 82 aces, and 56 blocks, helping the Black Bears reach the state tournament for the first time since 2004.
3. Brenna McReath, Hartselle senior: McReath, aiming to get the Tigers back to the state tournament after missing out last season, had 520 kills, 395 digs, 112 aces, and 63 blocks during her stellar junior season.
4. Kalyn Jones, Lindsay Lane senior: After Lindsay Lane's new private-school Class A division status, Jones, who had 654 kills, 333 digs, 102 aces, and 20 blocks last year, will play a crucial role in navigating the new waters.
5. Alley Emerson, Brewer junior: Brewer has a new head coach, Jessie Henley, and Emerson's defensive abilities will be vital as she aims to match last season's 802 digs and 40 aces.
6. Lara Anne Norwood, Lawrence County junior: Norwood, a sophomore, reached a new level last year with 482 digs, 312 kills, and 51 aces, thanks to the guidance of longtime head coach Robyn Hutto.
7. Emma-Glenn Roby, Decatur senior: Roby's 381 kills, 321 digs, and 43 aces last season make him a key player as the Red Raiders chase their first state tournament berth since 2002.
8. McKenzie Doner, Elkmont senior: Doner's 374 digs, 283 kills, and 72 aces helped the Red Devils reach the state tournament for the first time since 2008, and she is expected to continue the momentum this season.
9. Josi Langlois, Priceville junior: Langlois' solid year with 336 digs, 305 kills, and 59 aces makes her a prime candidate to step into the shoes of her older sister Abby, who moved to Wallace State, under new head coach Katy Hudson.
10. Macey Austin, East Lawrence senior: Austin's 428 digs, 333 kills, and 48 aces last year make him a strong contender to repeat his success under new head coach Savannah Kimbrell.
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