The only place to escape the early-spring chill should heat up with chest-bumping celebrations across MetroWest and Greater Milford as the boys volleyball season tips off. We've compiled 15 players to watch for a season that should be electric at local gyms.
Sam Abreu, Milford
A sophomore and right-side hitter, Abreu has “a heavy arm,” said head coach Andrew Mainini. “He’s going to help balance our offense by having an experienced and explosive attacker on the right side of the court.”
Nick Andrade, Marlborough
The junior returns after earning Mid-Wach B All-Star honors last season.
Branch Barnes, Natick
Already a two-year captain and an All-State selection last year, Barnes totaled 210 kills and had a 90% serve success rate.
Finn Bell, Wayland
Was named co-MVP in the Dual County League and MAVCA All-State last season as a sophomore. He averaged 17 kills per match.
Gavin Butterfield, Algonquin
The junior middle hitter returns after a standout sophomore season.
Jason Comisky, Milford
The senior setter will be “a key leader out on the court for us this season,” said head coach Andrew Mainini. This season will be his first as a starter, but Mainini says “he got quality reps in a few matches (last year) and has solid playing experience from playing out of season.”
Gustavo Da Silva, Milford
The junior outside hitter and returning starter will be the team’s “primary offensive weapon this season,” according to head coach Andrew Mainini. “He’s comfortable hitting the ball from the left and right side of the court and will draw a lot of the attention of our opponents.”
Logan DeMarzo, Nipmuc
As a junior, the middle hitter was a Dual Valley Conference All-Star after earning 173 kills, 57 total blocks, 56 digs and seven aces last season.
Luke Dratch, Natick
The junior setter steps into a key role.
Liam Frenzel, Wayland
Averaged 3.8 assists per match as a junior and added 29 aces. He has more than 500 career digs.
Codi Gibendi, Natick
A senior right side hitter, Gibendi is a key for the Redhawks.
