As one of the most dynamic defensive playmakers on the court, the libero can make or break a team’s defense. Liberos often provide the serve-receive, which sets the tone for the entire rally, and are wizards at ball control. With the college volleyball finally here, here are the top five returning liberos of 2023, per Michella Chester.
❓The college volleyball libero, explained
Lexi Rodriguez | Nebraska
The Huskers led the nation with a .128 opponent hitting percentage thanks to the help of Rodriguez. A two-time All-Big Ten First Team selection and the 2021 AVCA National Freshman of the Year, Rodriguez notched 4.26 digs per set her sophomore year.
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Kylie Murr | Minnesota
After getting 2022 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year honors, Murr left Ohio State to spend her final year of eligibility with the Golden Gophers. Murr was the all-time digs leader for the Buckeyes, setting the bar at 1,935. She played 116 total matches during her four years in Columbus, averaging 4.59 digs and 1.06 assists per set.
Kate Georgiades | Houston
Georgiades boasted a hefty 687 digs, unanimous All-American Athletic Conference First Team honors and conference…
