Decision '26: What they are getting with four Prospect Profile athletes

Decision ‘26

What they are getting

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Four of our top Prospect Profile athletes have made their commitments to the school of their choice in the past few days. Check out their profiles on our site for more information on their recruiting story, interviews, and award highlights. Each player has the skill set to play at a top level program and we are excited that these athletes have found the opportunity that best suits their future goals, time to disrupt the Big Ten and SEC.

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Finley Krystkowiak Outside Hitter Wave - Penn State University

Penn State continues to add to their outstanding class by adding one of the most physical outsides in the class and another Top 20 overall recruit according to Prepdig, 6’4 six rotation outside hitter from California. Krystkowiak has shined on a national stage, gaining attention from the Nittany Lions on the opposite coast.

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She is a dominant attacker from the back row and is efficient from both pins, with an array of off speed shots combined with a powerful arm swing. Krystkowiak approaches hard to gain momentum and height for an impressive cut thumb down cut shot. A naturally gifted athlete with a high ceiling, uplifts others on the court and has a light hearted energy that pairs well with the Penn State culture. Two bigtime recruits that will bring high level competition to the gym for the Nittany Lions as they intend to build on their recent success the last couple years.

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Mallory Matheny Setter Mintonette - Indiana University

This was one of the biggest question marks we had going into June 15th, we’ve had our eyes on prospect profile athlete Matheny since NTDP and got to watch this phenomenal setter lead her team to a Triple Crown Championship. Matheny has proven she knows how to win, in arguments for the top setter in the class, she reads the defense well to move the ball around to her hitters and she runs a fast offense for her #2 ranked Mintonette team.

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Matheny is a fiery competitor that has great setting mechanics, she is quick on her feet to change direction and is able to get the middles involved off the net. Combined with club teammates Sara Snowbarger, Indiana has a talented duo coming in with an already established connection on the court. She brings that underdog mentality to the game and challenges those around her, big things coming her way in the Big Ten at Indiana.

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Brooke Harwood Middle Blocker AZ Storm - UCLA

Harwood is a dynamic middle blocker that towers over the attackers, she is patient at the net and reads the setter well to create a strong blocking presence. She may be the most offensive middle in the 2026 class, she works hard to stay open to the setter and keep good spacing so she can attack at her highest point.

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Hardwood stands out for her unstoppable slide attack behind the setter, she has good vision of blockers at the net and makes precise decisions regarding the placement of her attacks. UCLA has had many talented middle blockers the last couple years, Harwood joins a strong position for the Bruins.

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Gigi Artiles Outside Hitter Tribe - University of Georgia

Artiles has been an impressive athlete to watch over the past club season, she has grown into an explosive and fast twitch attacker that is headed to the Bulldogs. Ranked as the #11 recruit overall, potentially one of Georgia’s biggest recruits, she can attack efficiently from any position on the court with pace.

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She has all the intangibles to be the best player in this class, she reaches new heights over the blockers through her aggressive approach and has a strong base for ball control. As a naturally athletic pin hitter, Artiles can be expected to make a big impact in the SEC and continue to make a name for herself.

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