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Rising Stars: Unveiling Tomorrow's Top Athletes
March 18, 2025
Texas volleyball signee Abby Vander Wal demonstrates the roll shot—a technique that catches defenders off guard.
The roll shot looks like a hit until it isn't. Abby Vander Wal, an All-American at Timothy Christian in Illinois, breaks down the technique: soften the approach, redirect the momentum, and place the ball where blockers aren't expecting it.
Vander Wal has signed with Texas, one of the premier volleyball programs in the country. The roll shot is one weapon in an arsenal that earned her national recognition.
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