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Reese Messer

Setter/Middle hitter
ST. JAMES ACADEMY
LENEXA, KANSAS
SENIOR
Height: 5-FOOT-11
Press Release

Peak Performance

636

Assists

345

Digs

328

Kills

55

Blocks
“This year truly highlighted Reese’s leadership, competitive spirit and impressive versatility as a player. She was responsible for scoring the majority of her team’s points, both as a setter and as an offensive threat. She is a game-changing offensive force.”
Lindsay Zych Franco
Head Coach - Bishop Miege High
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Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-11 senior setter and middle hitter amassed 636 assists and 345 digs this past season, leading the Thunder (32-7) to the Class 5A state semifinals. Messer also recorded 328 kills, 55 blocks and 38 service aces while posting a .422 kill percentage and a .324 hitting percentage at net. A First Team All-American selection by the American Volleyball Coaches Association, she was the Class 5A Player of the Year. Ranked as the nation’s No. 6 recruit in the Class of 2025 by PrepDig.com, she concluded her prep volleyball career with 3,185 assists, 998 digs and 707 kills.

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Academic Achievement

Messer has maintained an A average in the classroom. She has signed a written letter of athletic aid to play volleyball at the University of Southern California this fall.

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Exemplary Character

Messer has volunteered locally on behalf of Youthfront, a summer program for teens.