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Indianapolis Star
3 hours ago
- Indianapolis Star
IHSAA girls volleyball preview: Central Indiana sleeper teams entering 2025 under the radar
There are a number of Central Indiana high school girls volleyball teams beyond those included in our preseason Fab 15 who are capable of challenging for a sectional title and potentially a deep state tournament run. Let's take a closer look at some of those teams — most of whom will probably appear in those area rankings later this season. The Orioles will be breaking in a new setter under the direction of a new coach next season. But coach Kyla Thomas has ample experience in her lineup, particularly on the attack, which returns kill leaders Avery Walter, Aniah Kilburn and Milyn Kirsh. The defense will likely transition leadership to an underclassman, sophomore Stella Hamood, who logged 306 digs (most among returners) and a team-leading 45 aces over 98 sets last fall. The schedule — which opens with Center Grove, Yorktown, Bellmont and Tri-West — will have this group ready for postseason play. IndyStar preseason Super Team: Get to know Central Indiana's best players Coach Jonni Parker returns a lot of talent in her second season, headlined by juniors London Evans, a Marquette-bound setter/right side, and Lila Bruszewski, a Charleston-bound outside hitter. The defense is also experienced with junior Tennie Anderson and senior Lexi Kedvesh both returning. Filling in the attack beyond Bruszewski will be key. Junior Emily Overbeck led the team in kills last season and there are a number of newcomers eager to make an impact: Freshman Caroline Far (outside) and sophomores Alaina Mclendon (middle), Sydney Clouse (outside) and Addison Kilroy (setter/right side). The Crusaders graduated just one senior and return an all-state honoree in outside hitter Kenzie Mann. That's a terrific foundation for a group that saw record turnout for tryouts (50 girls!) and has experience returning at middle hitter (Raven Russell) and setter (Kadison Oppy). Russell, a 6-3 senior, logged 109 blocks and 117 kills last season. Injuries may hamper the Tigers early on, but their overall depth, defensive prowess and talent on the block (see: 6-1 junior Lana Mays, who had 72 blocks in 2024) has them lurking as a potential party-crasher in Sectional 8. Setter Ava Tester and Ella Dragoo figure to serve as the battery on the attack, which first-year coach Kimberly Baker expects to play at a fast tempo and with more consistency. Look for newcomers Alana Kay — who's projected to start at middle blocker as a freshman — Caitlyn Gutt (opposite/setter) and Katie Brinkruff (DS) to have an impact this year, alongside senior outside Kylie Wilson. Junior outside Laila Love is recovering from a back injury. The graduation of record-setting hitter Abby Kaminski means the Flashes will have a more balanced offense this season, with middles Brenna Storz (Central Michigan commit) and Brooklyn Wake expected to take on more prominent roles. The team's talent on the outside raises expectations, as well, with returning sophomore Ryelle Koomler joined by incoming freshman Delaney Cooper. Tying together the offense: Setter Emily Williams, a rising junior whose ability to block and defend will help compensate for the loss of Kaminski. FC brings depth defensively, as well, with Katie Bailey and Kinley Huotari joined by Roncalli transfer Cicily Boarders. The Wildcats will be very inexperienced, but they have a few strong foundational pieces to build upon. Setter Kyra Joostberns picked up 743 assists (9.5 per set) and 45 aces as a sophomore, while Anna Joostberns and Addie Hammel provide depth behind senior libero Jayda Vanoskey, an IU-Columbus commit. Addie Knox, coach Nick Cox's "utility player," will occupy the outside opposite Amaya Zander, who hit .268 and picked up 133 kills as a freshman. Sophomore middles Micah Shanklin and Malia Norfleet will handle things at the net. The Saints graduated three critical seniors and lost their lone returning senior, Delaney Pass, to an ACL injury. So, yeah, there may be some early growing pains. But given time this has potential to be a dangerous group with outside hitter Lillian Pass and setters Reagan Crabtree and Shaefer Scearce ready to lead the retooled offense, and newcomer Sophia Levine poised to make her varsity debut. Coach Kathy Anderson is also high on the potential of junior outside/middle Faith King, who impressed through the first week of practice. The Marauders will be adapting the pace of their offense as they replace setter Ava Whitmore, but there is ample experience returning for this senior-driven group which returns 10 varsity players. Evansville commit Aubry Dowling anchors what should be a very solid defense, with Emersyn Llewellyn bringing additional depth. Seniors Alivia Morgan in the middle and Sierra Holverson on the outside (and DS), and transfer Da'aliyah Kemp will be key figures on the attack. Freshman Sophie Rahmany will likely step in as setter. Mt. Vernon poses the biggest threat to Yorktown in Sectional 9. Last season marked the Panthers' first sub-.500 finish since 2020. They're looking to get back to 20 wins this season and have the talent to challenge for a sectional title. They'll be strongest on offense with the core trio of Rose Strabala at setter, Maddie Follman on the outside and Maya Loy in the middle bolstered by the arrival of newcomers Sophia Reeves, Lily Orr and Kenleigh Schueller. Coach Wong Boodrasang expects his team to be stronger defensively, but it's unclear who will sport the libero jersey. A match to circle: Oct. 7 at Lawrence North, which will likely determine the MIC champion.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Yahoo
Colts sign DE Marcus Haynes
The Colts signed free agent defensive end Marcus Haynes, the team announced Wednesday. They placed wide receiver D.J. Montgomery on injured reserve in a corresponding move. Haynes most recently played for the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League in the spring. He has spent time with the Browns (2024-25), Steelers (2024), Texans (2024) and Broncos (2023). Haynes originally signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2023. Montgomery, who was on the Colts' practice squad all of last season, has an undisclosed injury. He has spent time with the Colts (2022-25), Texans (2022), Jets (2020-22) and Browns (2019-20). Montgomery has appeared in 10 career games and has registered six receptions for 92 yards and one touchdown.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Yahoo
Colts make 2 roster moves; add to defensive end depth
The Indianapolis Colts made a pair of roster moves on Wednesday. The team announced that they signed defensive end Marcus Haynes and placed wide receiver DJ Montgomery on the injured reserve list. Haynes went undrafted in 2023 out of Old Dominion and has spent time in the NFL with Denver, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Houston. Haynes played in the UFL this past spring with the San Antonio Brahmas. (Please note that this article will be updated.) This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts roster moves: DJ Montgomery to IR; DE Marcus Haynes signed
