STANFORD, Calif. - Kevin Hambly, The Montag Family Director of Women's Volleyball, and his staff have announced the signings of six high school standouts who will join the women's volleyball team next fall.
Stanford's incoming class consists of Kaci Demaria (San Pedro, Calif.), Reese Dunkle (Greenwood, Ind.), Spencer Etzler (Coldwater, Ohio), Logan Parks (Overland Park, Kan.), Zaria Queen (Honolulu, Hawai'i) and Erika Sayer (Monument, Colo.).
"We're incredibly excited about the additions to our roster for the 2025 season," said Hambly. "The incoming freshman class brings a wealth of talent and potential, addressing several key areas of need. Their skill sets, work ethic, and versatility will strengthen our team and lay a solid foundation for sustained success in the future."
Kaci Demaria • 6-3 • Outside Hitter • San Pedro, Calif. • Palos Verdes High School
- MaxPreps All-America Second Team (2022)
- AVCA Phenom Watch List (2021, 2022, 2023)
- PrepVolleyball Class of 2025 Watch List
- PrepVolleyball No. 8 national rank Class of 2025 (Summer 2022)
- D1 State Regional Champions (2022)
- 2024 High School CIF SS D2 Runner-up
- Two-time All-CIF SS First Team (2021, 2022)
- Two-time All-Area First Team (2021, 2022)
- 2022 Bay League Most Outstanding Player
- Two-time Team MVP (2021, 2022)
- 2021 All-League First Team
- 2022 Ann Kang Invitational Honolulu All-Tournament Team
- 2021 Tesoro Tournament MVP
- 2021 Redondo Tournament All-Tournament Team
- Plays club for Surfside Volleyball
- Team captain
- 16U Triple Crown Elite Champions (2023)
- Triple Crown 16U All-Tournament Team (2023)
- Red Rock Rave All-Tournament Team (2023)
- NEQ Open Division Champions
- 2024 NEQ 2nd Place Open
- 2024 NEQ All-Tournament Team
Hambly on Demaria: "Kaci is a tremendous point scorer who brings exceptional size and physicality to the outside hitter position. Kaci has the potential to develop into a six-rotation player in the near future, and we’re excited to see her grow as a complete player."
Reese Dunkle • 6-3 • Middle Blocker • Greenwood, Ind. • Center Grove High School
- Two-time captain (2023, 2024)
- Regional champions (2024)
- Advanced to the Final
- Four-time Sectional champions (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- 2024 County Player of the Year
- AVCA All-Region (2024)
- AVCA Best and Brightest (2024)
- Two-time All-State (2023, 2024)
- Three-time All-District (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Three-time All-County (2022, 2023, 2024)
- All-County honorable mention (2021)
- Indiana Junior All-Star (2023)
- Plays club for Circle City
Hambly on Dunkle: "Reese fills a critical need for us as a middle blocker in this class. She is a tireless worker and a fierce competitor. Her ability to score in front of and behind the setter adds a unique dynamic to our offensive system.”
Spencer Etzler • 5-8 • Libero/Defensive Specialist • Coldwater, Ohio • Coldwater High School
- Two-time District 8 Player of the Year (2023, 2024)
- District 8 Defensive Player of the Year (2024)
- Midwest Athletic Conference Player of the Year (2024)
- Midwest Athletic Conference Co-Player of the Year (2023)
- Under Armour All-American (2024)
- Ohio Division VI State Champions (2024)
- Three-time First Team All-Midwest Athletic Conference (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Three-time First Team All-District 8 (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Two-time First Team All-Ohio (2023, 2024)
- Second Team All-Midwest Athletic Conference (2021)
- Second Team All-District 8 (2021)
- Second Team All-Ohio (2022)
- Two-time team captain (2023, 2024)
- Plays club for Munciana Volleyball
- 18 Open AAU National Champion (2024)
Hambly on Etzler: "Spencer is the heir apparent at libero, possessing an innate ability to pass and play defense at an elite level. Her understanding of the game from defensive instincts is exceptional, allowing her to read plays and anticipate attacks with precision. Spencer’s competitive spirit and intensity will bring the level of focus and drive every program needs."
Logan Parks • 5-11 • Setter/Opposite • Overland Park, Kan. • Blue Valley North High School
- Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year (2023)
- Under Armor All-American (2024)
- 6A Player of the Year (2023)
- Conference Player of the Year (2023)
- Four-time All-State First Team 6A Tournament (2021-24)
- U21 U.S. National Team (2024)
- U19 U.S. National Team: Puerto Rico 2023 NORCECA American Cup
- Plays club for MAVS KC 18 Elite
Hambly on Parks: "Logan is an elite athlete with a versatile skill set, having earned spots on USA programs as both a setter and an opposite hitter. Her dynamic athleticism allows her to compete at a high level in multiple positions, and we expect her to challenge for playing time immediately. Logan’s adaptability and talent will help us maximize her potential in whichever role we ask of her."
Zaria Queen • 6-1 • Outside Hitter • Honolulu, Hawai'i • Moanalua High School
- Team won OIA championship for the first time in seven years (2024)
- Two-time OC16 Impact player (2023 and 2024)
- State playoffs All-Tournament Team (2024)
- Three-time Aloha Region All-Tournament Team
- com Tournament Dream Team (2022)
- Highest recorded girl’s serve in Hawaii with 53 mph (2024)
- Aloha Region National Team Development Program (2023)
- Plays club for Spike and Serve
Hambly on Queen: "Zaria is a highly skilled athlete who brings depth and experience to both pin hitter positions. Her versatility will allow her to contribute in various roles as she develops over the next few years. We’re excited to see how her game evolves, and we’re confident that her potential will make a significant impact as she continues to grow."
Erika Sayer • 6-2 • Middle Blocker • Monument, Colo. • Village High School
- Team Captain (2024)
- Under Armor All-American (2024)
- First Team All-State (2022)
- First Team All-American (2023)
- Three-time All-Conference First Team (2021, 2022, 2023)
- VolleyballMag.com High School All-American (2023)
- VolleyballMag.com High School Player of the Year Watch List (2023)
- VolleyballMag.com Girls Fab 50 Underclassman Watch List (2023)
- PrepDig-25 Impact Players of the Year (2023)
- USAV National Champion 16U National Division
- USAV Nationals All-Tournament Team 2023
- USAV National Team Development Program (2022-2024)
- Plays club for Colorado Juniors
- Team Captain (2023, 2024)
- Prep Volleyball Club All-American 16U (2023)
- Prep Volleyball Club All-American 17U (2024)
Hambly on Sayer: "Erika is an elite slide hitter, known for her explosive movement and high-level offensive transitions. With a relentless motor and the ability to execute plays efficiently, she can immediately impact both offense and defense. Erika’s competitive nature and solid blocking skills give her the tools to compete for a starting spot right away."