The transfer portal? It's heating up. Izzy Starck, the 2024 AVCA National Freshman of the Year, is making waves. Her departure from Penn State has everyone talking. After taking a break to prioritize her mental health, Starck averaged 10.89 assists per set in her freshman season. Now, she's searching for her next court to dominate.
Big Names, Big Moves
Ayden Ames from Texas is another name to watch. At 6-4, she's a powerhouse middle blocker with a .368 hitting percentage. Ames put up eight total blocks against Florida A&M before Texas bowed out to Wisconsin. She’s a game-changer waiting to happen.
Then there's Jovana Zelenovic from Kansas. Standing tall at 6-7, she led the Jayhawks with 375 kills and 46 service aces. The Serbian hitter was named the AVCA Central Region Freshman of the Year. Whoever lands her is getting a real asset.
Shuffling the Deck
Katie Dalton from Kansas has already committed to Creighton, bringing her 780 assists with her. Meanwhile, Suli Davis is heading to SMU, packing a punch with 541 total kills. These moves are just the beginning.
Natalie Ring from Marquette set career highs with 497 kills. Her next stop? Still up in the air, but you can bet teams are lining up for her signature.
What's Next?
With the Final Four featuring Kentucky, Pittsburgh, Wisconsin, and Texas A&M, the action isn't over yet. But with players like Starck and Ames on the move, next season is already looking unpredictable.
And just like that, the landscape of NCAA volleyball is shifting. The question is, who will capitalize?
Watch this space. The transfer portal just got a whole lot more interesting.
Source: usatoday.com
