With the 2022 version of MEQ in the books, we take a look back at some of the talented players who caught our attention during the three days of action in Indy. These are players we noticed and who were playing well while we were observing them. We put a heavy, heavy focus on the younger groups in 15-17 Open, though a few might be mentioned from 18 Open. Below are the middle blockers who impressed us.

15 OPEN

Connore Siler-Nixon, Middle, OT 15 Randy – With the way Siler-Nixon jumps, she plays longer than her 5-10 frame. Having opposing middles staying on her when OT is in system is easier said than done because Siler-Nixon is quick and jumps well and has a nice swing. Set her!

Lainey Waser, Middle, HPSTL 15 Royal – Sometimes it’s hard to get a gauge on a middle blocker because they aren’t always getting set when we’re paying attention. However, at 6-3 Waser has nice size in the middle, appeared active and we definitely love her upside. We hope to see more of her in the future!

Jordan Taylor, Middle, HJV 15 Elite – Houston Jrs has length and size in the middle, including Taylor at 6-5. She can run the slide and when she connects on a ball you know it. There’s no telling how far she can go in the sport!

Claire Payne, Middle, NIVA 15 Purple – It’s a different game for NIVA when this 6-1 middle checks in. She’s lanky and can put up a solid block as well as presenting a good scoring option.

Reese Dunkle, Middle, Circle City 15 Purple – This 6-2 middle brings some much-needed height to the Circle City attack. The team likes to utilize her on the slide attack and with her smooth swing and nice pace she’s quite effective at it.

16 OPEN

Mallory Bohl, Middle, Legacy 16-1 Adidas – Bohl has a fun spirit about her and the way she plays. At 6-3, she’s the tallest player on the team and uses that height to her advantage. She’s someone Legacy needs to get involved in the offense as much as possible.

Anna Bjork, Middle, MKE Sting 16 Gold – Watch for Bjork across the front row. She’s 6-3 and has physicality to her. If the pass is there, Sting is going to her for the kill.

Julia Hunt, Middle, NKYVC 16 Tsunami – What a talent Hunt is! The 6-2 middle/outside has a big, strong arm that delivers exciting kills. She’s definitely one to take note of!

Jada Ingram, Middle, Dynasty 16 Black – The attacks come from everywhere with Dynasty and Ingram does her job in the middle providing yet another option. She can score on the quick set or run the slide with ease. She moves well side to side to boot.

Olivia Martin, Middle, MAVS KC 16-1 – This 6-1 middle is a great option for MAVS. She moves well laterally and runs the slide effectively. She comes with great upside.

17 OPEN

Kaitlyn Sellner, Middle, Northern Lights 17-1 – The action we caught of Northern Lights it looked like this 6-1 middle was always making plays when she was across the front row. She touches 10-2 so Sellner was able to attack from a nice angle and was getting some touches on attacks coming her way.

Jaya Johnson, Middle, PVA 17 Elite – PVA is so much better when they are getting this 6-2 middle involved in the attack. She’s fairly physical and is efficient running the slide and opening up the attack. Creighton has a good one!

Kaia Caffee, Middle, MN Select 17-1 – It’s hard to believe Caffee is a sophomore! This 6-4 middle makes her mark across the front row with a strong block and swing.

Brooke Bultema, Middle, Elevation 17 Goller – This Kentucky commit was as impressive in the middle as anyone in 17 Open. At 6-3 and touching 10-3, Bultema hits up high and can pound it down with the best of them.

Eloise Brandewie, Middle, Mintonette Sports m.71 – Brandewie has been on every radar since playing up an age group when she was younger. The 6-3 Ohio State commit has all the tools and is a physical presence in the middle.

Leah Ford, Middle, Drive Nation 17 Red – It’s easy to see what USC sees in this 6-2 commit. She arguably has the highest ceiling of any middle in her class with the way she moves effortlessly and can get up in the air.

Hannah Pfiffner, Middle, TAV 17 Black – What stood about this 6-2 middle is her knack for making timely plays, be it with her blocking or attacking. She’s committed to Oklahoma.

Laurece Abraham, Middle, Legacy 17-1 Adidas – Another one the Ivy League is going to have to watch out for. Abraham, a Yale commit, has the potential to be a 6-1 force in the middle. She flashed lots of potential at times with her ability to get up in the middle and finish.

18 OPEN

Marianna Singletary, Middle, A5 Mizuno 18-Marc – Ever since this 6-5 middle joined A5 for her 16s season she’s been on a fast upward trajectory that had college programs fighting over her because of her next-level ability. She landed at Texas.

Mikayla Hayden, Middle, A5 Mizuno 18-Marc – Hayden goes way back with A5 and has grown up in the club. At 6-2 and touching 10-2 she plays well above the net and is committed to Cal.

Carter Mogridge, Middle, OT 18 Chad – Mogridge has been leaving her mark in the middle for years. At 6-3, she brings a presence to the middle of any lineup and before long will be suiting up for North Carolina.