Here are five girls volleyball players to watch this season in The Herald-News area.

Noelle Aprati, Bolingbrook

Aprati, a 5-foot-10 senior outside hitter, had 321 kills and 252 digs for the Raiders last season and returns for what promises to be another big year. “Noelle has been a leader for us since she was a freshman and we are looking forward to her senior season,” coach Molly DeSerf said."

Lena Govoni, Joliet West

Govoni, a 5-10 senior setter/right side hitter, collected 364 assists, 167 kills, 197 digs and 41 aces to help lead the Tigers to a 28-10 record and their third straight Class 4A regional championship last season. She has committed to Eastern Michigan University.

Abbey Knight, Providence

Knight, a 6-0 senior outside hitter, had team highs with 440 kills and 220 dig

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