Newsday's annual look at the top high school boys volleyball players on Long Island, listed in alphabetical order, heading into the season. All statistics are from last season, unless otherwise noted.

Nicholas Altmann, Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK, S, Sr.

He had 343 assists, 29 kills, 89 digs, 16 blocks and 12 aces.

Jacob Aponte, Port Washington, OH, Sr.

The focal point of the Vikings’ offense, Aponte has a great swing and a strong jump serve.

Emerson Atkin, Commack, OH, Sr.

A well-rounded player, Atkin can hit from anywhere on the court and will be a main piece in Commack’s offense.

Tyler Bottcher, Eastport-South Manor, L, Sr.

He was the defensive anchor on the Sharks’ run to the Division II state title. He had 148 digs in the regular season and was named to Newsday’s All-Long Islan

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