Aggie Volleyball - The Morrison Edition

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DripAG08
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Yes. Not sure what is going on at AP, but something has gone awry over there.
Ag4eva95
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I coached for them for 2 seasons. Always been a bunch of drama. They had a coach involved in a sexual assault case during Covid. AP took a stance to support the coach being accused instead of supporting the victim. Led to the main fallout, but also comes at the time of the rise of Skyline and Roots
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cbmik95 said:

I coached for them for 2 seasons. Always been a bunch of drama. They had a coach involved in a sexual assault case during Covid. AP took a stance to support the coach being accused instead of supporting the victim. Led to the main fallout, but also comes at the time of the rise of Skyline and Roots


Oh wow, didn't know that happened.
Ag4eva95
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It was bad. The coach was arrested and coached not only 14-17 AP girls, but also UT women's club team. He did some disgusting things, but some how got off clean.
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I had forgotten about the AP drama. Never had a good feeling about that club. Only camp/tryouts we've been to where my kid felt very uncomfortable.

I could be completely wrong but when Austin Skyline started up, it disrupted the entire area and AP seemed to be the most affected. But it also opened some doors for the smaller clubs like Roots. Even a club like Texas Fury is now able to send a couple teams to nationals every year now.
Ag4eva95
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You are 100% accurate! AP was one of the most uncomfortable clubs I've coached for. Everyone(for the most part) has an ego. Because Dripping Springs, Westlake, Lake Travis all have coaches involved, it's like their feeder program. Girls who even make a travel team may not make the highschool teams. Very heart breaking sometimes.

Skyline greatly affected all clubs. They also have an ego to them, but in a different competitive cocky way. A lot of the top athletes are taking notice. I know AP, Roots, AJV, and Fury all lost a lot of their younger top end talent to Skyline. Definitely making a name for themselves
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Did we get a commit today?
Ag4eva95
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Didn't see anything specific, what did you see?
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Ag4eva95
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I'll try to do some digging on it later to see who it is(unless someone finds out sooner)! They are crushing it on the recruiting front.
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Ag4eva95
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Also added Georgia Stinson, but apparently there is some debate on if she's actually playing here or just going to school. Looks like she plays on TAV top team, so idk why she wouldn't be

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvEETZpLXMf/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Wicked Good Ag
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Not sure we are taking a setter in that class or if she is coming or she just visited

I have honestly no idea but i dont remember her from Lone Star qualifier

ProwessBold
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She is not playing volleyball...going to A&M as a student.
Anchorhold
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Put that in the "in case of need for walk-on tryouts" file
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Sorry to derail the thread, but is there is a particular website that some feel does the best job of covering TX highschool volleyball (teams and players)? Max Preps seems more player/recruiting focused. Prep Dig appears to have some good team related content (district previews etc) but it's a pretty expensive subscription...which is fine if worth it. My daughters have come up through club and will be entering high school soon so we wanted to start following it a little closer. I know there are many here close to the sport so figured it was worth asking. Feel free to PM me with any suggestions if you don't want to clog up the thread. TIA!
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Swollen Thumb said:

Sorry to derail the thread, but is there is a particular website that some feel does the best job of covering TX highschool volleyball (teams and players)? Max Preps seems more player/recruiting focused. Prep Dig appears to have some good team related content (district previews etc) but it's a pretty expensive subscription...which is fine if worth it. My daughters have come up through club and will be entering high school soon so we wanted to start following it a little closer. I know there are many here close to the sport so figured it was worth asking. Feel free to PM me with any suggestions if you don't want to clog up the thread. TIA!
prep dig is about it outside of the chronicle if you are in houston or DMN if in Dallas. Also can find some stuff on twitter. Prep Dig is mostly fluff pieces, in that everyone is awesome, but it does keep you in the loop somewhat.

What area is your HS?
halco87
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US U19 team with Coach Morrison at the helm is 2-0 in pool play having defeated Korea 3-2 and Japan 3-0.

Block Party

Play Mexico tomorrow.
Ag4eva95
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I was reading the volleytalk board and I don't understand why so many people have such a negative view of Morrison(outside of A&M) Granted, we haven't really seen him coach yet. But he's having successful results on the USA scene, recruiting scene, etc. apparently he makes some questionable lineups/rotations, but doesn't every coach do that to some degree?
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Doesn't matter what level of play from local club teams to national ones, as soon as a coach sets the lineup, half the team is pissed along with their parents. I imagine he's coached quite a few of the top players where this is magnified even more. Winning shuts people up though. How successful has he been in the USA and international arena?
Ag4eva95
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I'm not talking about the players. I'm talking about every day educated volleyball fans. Most have some beef with him for whatever reason.
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Thanks for the input. I'm in the Houston area. The Chronical does an ok job of covering things at a high level. Was just curious if there was another source out there that I wasn't aware of. Kind of like a Dave Cambell high school football type thing for volleyball.
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I feel like VYPE used to be pretty good. Admittedly out of the loop, not sure how their stuff has been lately.
drumbeat10
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Just noticed Madison Bowser is no longer listed on the roster, and I'm pretty sure she was playing with the team all spring season. Anybody know if she transferred out?
Jack Pearson
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Swollen Thumb said:

Thanks for the input. I'm in the Houston area. The Chronical does an ok job of covering things at a high level. Was just curious if there was another source out there that I wasn't aware of. Kind of like a Dave Cambell high school football type thing for volleyball.
Yes Vype has some good writeups for the top players and schools

https://digitaleditions.walsworth.com/publication/?m=11820&i=798027&p=1&ver=html5

Chronicle just came out with preseason all houston teams and a power ranking

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/hs-sports/article/houston-high-school-volleyball-team-rankings-18271166.php

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/hs-sports/article/all-greater-houston-preseason-hs-volleyball-team-18274192.php


All Houston Preseason Team

High school teams across the state begin volleyball practice next week, with another talented group ready to compete for championships.
The Houston area includes no lack of outstanding returning players, some of whom will sign with colleges in November.
While many will likely play at a high level this season, we selected 20 of the best for the All-Greater Houston preseason team.
Bea Angeles, Sr., L, Manvel
Angeles was one of the most active defenders in Texas as a junior, ranking 20th with 782 digs (6.0 per set). She added 103 assists and 38 aces as the Mavericks finished 33-11 with the District 18-5A championship and a regional tournament appearance. A Texas Sports Writers Association all-state honorable mention, Angeles is committed to St. Edward's University.
Reese Animashaun, Sr., S, St. John's
Animashaun was the Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association Setter of the Year from UIL 4A/5A and private schools last year, leading the Mavericks to a 34-8 record. Animashaun, who is verbally committed to Vanderbilt, amassed 600 assists, 260 kills, 260 digs and 50 blocks as a junior. Her 104 aces ranked 40th in the state, according to MaxPreps, helping her earn all-Southwest Preparatory Conference and All-Greater Houston honors.
HOUSTON HS VOLLEYBALL: Storylines to watch in 2023 season

Jaela Auguste, Sr., MB, Grand Oaks
Auguste enters her final high school season as a gold medalist, helping the USA U19 team win the Pan American Cup in May. She was one of the state's best middles last year, ranking 16th with 164 blocks and second with a .524 hitting percentage. Committed to Florida, Auguste added 336 kills to earn All-Greater Houston honors. Grand Oaks finished 38-10 with a share of the 13-6A crown and a playoff victory.
Samara Coleman, Jr., OH, Grand Oaks
The Grizzlies return one of the area's most powerful front lines, including Coleman, who is committed to Pitt. Coleman was the GHVCA 6A Newcomer of the Year with 515 kills, 362 digs, 57 blocks and 41 aces while hitting .279. She led a Grand Oaks attack that included freshman standout Halle Thompson.
Peyton Fadal, Sr., S, Barbers Hill
Fadal was also recognized as Co-Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association Setter of the Year from UIL 4A/5A and private schools s after a strong all-around junior season. She amassed 1,080 assists, 293 digs, 144 kills, 86 aces and 58 blocks to earn an All-Greater Houston spot. The Eagles finished 40-7 with a 17-5A title and two playoff wins last year and return a productive group including Fadal, who is committed to Houston Christian.
Mykayla McMillian, Sr., L, Episcopal
McMillian's defense was key to the Knights' 35-7 record and undefeated run through SPC for their 11th conference crown. She recorded 435 digs, 102 assists and 74 aces to earn all-SPC honors. McMillian repeated as an All-Greater Houston honoree, helping St. Agnes to the TAPPS state title as a sophomore.
Brooklynn Merrell, Jr., L, Tompkins
Merrell anchored the defense for a 6A state finalist, as the Falcons finished 42-5 and advanced to their first state tournament. She ranked in the top 50 in Texas with 104 aces and 680 digs as a sophomore, adding 110 assists to earn TSWA all-state honorable mention.
Bayleigh Minor, Jr., MB, Fort Bend Christian
In addition to 85 blocks, Minor was one of the most efficient hitters in Texas as a sophomore. She recorded 344 kills with a .468 percentage, ranking fourth in the state. Minor powered the Eagles back to the TAPPS 5A state final, earning repeat All-Greater Houston and TAPPS first-team all-state honors.
Arianna Muoneke, Soph., OH, Concordia Lutheran
Muoneke was the Crusaders' leading attacker as a freshman, finishing with 494 kills, along with 239 digs, 63 aces and 32 blocks. She earned TAPPS second-team all-state and was selected as the All-Greater Houston Newcomer of the Year among private school standouts.
Adell Murray, Sr., MB, FB Austin
Murray had a breakout junior season, leading the Bulldogs with 104 blocks and a .263 hitting percentage while spiking 409 kills. She added 128 digs and 32 aces to earn TSWA first-team all-state. Murray is verbally committed to Penn.
Kirra Musgrove, Jr., S, Lutheran South
Musgrove amassed 439 assists as a sophomore and was even better as an attacker, hitting .307 with 490 kills. She added 313 digs, 81 aces and 52 blocks as the Pioneers finished 30-10-2 and reached the 5A state tournament. Musgrove was a TAPPS first-team all-state and All-Greater Houston selection.
Kassie O'Brien, Jr., S, Cinco Ranch
O'Brien was part of an outstanding sibling duo with Courtney O'Brien last year, finishing with 1,122 assists, 284 digs, 123 kills, 65 aces and 38 blocks as a sophomore. Committed to Kentucky, O'Brien earned an All-Greater Houston spot for her role in a 29-13 season that ended in the Region III-6A final.
Ashley Richardson, Sr., S, Clear Springs
Richardson had an exceptional all-around junior season, balancing 741 assists with 479 kills and hitting .366 to rank among the state's top 50. She added 378 digs, 66 blocks and 55 aces as the Chargers finished 39-9 with an undefeated 24-6A title and a regional tournament appearance. Richardson, who committed to Southeastern Louisiana, made All-Greater Houston.
Kimanni Rugley, Jr., MB, Pearland
Rugley was a force at the net as a sophomore, ranking 15th in the state with 172 blocks and 23rd with a .400 hitting percentage. She recorded 318 kills and 30 aces, earning an All-Greater Houston spot after contributing to a 35-13 record, undefeated 23-6A title and two playoff victories.
Olivia Stringer, Sr., OH, Brazoswood
Stringer took a lot of swings as a junior and connected on many, ranking 21st in the state with 572 kills while hitting .233. She tallied 328 digs, 57 aces and 35 blocks to help the Bucs to a 25-17 record and the playoffs. Stringer is committed to Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
Jordan Taylor, Jr., MB, Langham Creek
Taylor is the reigning All-Greater Houston Blocker of the Year, stuffing 197 shots as a sophomore to rank fifth in Texas. Taylor, who is committed to Minnesota, recorded 352 kills and 70 digs while hitting .350. Langham Creek finished 31-14, including two playoff wins.
Sage Thomas, Sr., S, Columbus
Thomas finished second in the state with 1,455 assists, adding 65 kills and 55 aces as the Cardinals reached their second straight 3A state tournament. She made All-Greater Houston and TSWA all-state honorable mention, representing a 45-4 team.
Ally Tribe, Sr., OH, Columbus
Tribe was the finisher on one of the state's most productive tandems, raking sixth in Texas with 751 kills and 17th with a .407 hitting percentage. Tribe, who is committed to UTSA, also contributed 355 digs, 76 blocks and 72 aces to the Cardinals' state semifinal run.
Alice Volpe, Sr., L, Bridgeland
Volpe made All-Greater Houston for the second consecutive season, ranking 34th in the state with 720 digs to go with 183 assists and 48 aces. Volpe, who is committed to TCU, backed the defense of a team that finished 42-9 and finished one victory from a return trip to state.
Shaelin White, Sr., OH, Cy Ridge
White continues to be a full-rotation standout, leading the Rams with 523 digs and 410 kills as a junior. White, who is committed to Sam Houston, hit .218 and served 34 aces for a squad that finished within a game of the postseason.
RoseRichAg01
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Vype seems to have the most Houston hs coverage.
Wicked Good Ag
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drumbeat10 said:

Just noticed Madison Bowser is no longer listed on the roster, and I'm pretty sure she was playing with the team all spring season. Anybody know if she transferred out?
Vandy...starting the new program
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That Vype season preview is exactly the kind of thing I was looking for. Thanks so much for sharing!

Now back to Aggie Vball!
drumbeat10
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I thought they don't start competing until 2025? Or did she go to join the coaching staff?
Ag4eva95
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I also didn't see any signings or commitments for her, but I've been missing a lot of those lately! Haha
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Jamie's U19 team is undefeated in the World Championships, having beaten Brazil today in a great five-set match, and has thus advanced to the semifinals. Impressive results from a team composed of high-schoolers.
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Giggem said:

Jamie's U19 team is undefeated in the World Championships, having beaten Brazil today in a great five-set match, and has thus advanced to the semifinals. Impressive results from a team composed of high-schoolers.
too bad he can't wear an A&M shirt during games.

Has the Aggie team started practices?
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Vanderbilt Commodores -



Staff

HC: Anders Nelson
AC: Russell Corbelli
AC: Lauren Plum


2024 Commits

Hailee Mack 5'11" DS/L KIVA
Giovanna Mason 5'11" RS Austin Juniors
Taryn DeWese 6'0" S Toledo VBC
Reese Animashaun 5'11" OH/RS Houston Skyline
Madison Bowser 6'2" MB Metro VBC
Rachel Ogunleye 6'2" MB/RS Illini Elite


2025 Commits

Kait Berezowitz 5'3" DS/L Milwaukee Sting
Kayla Dunlap 6' 2" RS/MB Tennessee Performance
Maya Witherspoon 5'11" OH/RS Rockwood Thunder
Taylor Porter 5'11" OH/RS Houston Skyline


would not be surprised if they move up the timetable from 2025 to 2024 and take some licks that first season since Texas and Oklahoma are adding to the conference
halco87
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Amazing coincidence but different Madison Bowser.

Madison Bowser 2024
Ag4eva95
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What a coincidence! But without Bowser, I do have some concerns in the middle, more regarding depth. I think we will have 2 good middles, then barring any injuries jr could be rough.

Questions for the season:
- Who starts at setting? Can't really consider a 6-2, don't think there is enough depth for it to be an option.
- Just how improved will our libero be? We have some good depth, I think any of the 3 could make an impact and will get playing time.
- Who is our OH2? Sounds like Bionna, but I think it's a battle.
- Do Bionna, Meuth, Ledinecky play 6 rotations? They are all very terminal hitters!
 
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