2017 Cheatham County volleyball preview: 10 players to watch

With the volleyball season already in full swing, Cheatham County has several returnees of interest.

Here are 10 Cheatham County players to watch this season.

Caity Denney, Sycamore, Sr.: One of two sisters on the team, the outside hitter notched 104 kills, 85 digs, 16 aces and 20 blocks last season.

Lily Mahaney, Cheatham County, Jr.: The middle hitter is likely the most experienced returnee for first-year coach Aaron Nicholson. The three-year starter was voted to the all-district team last year.

Mason Smith, Harpeth, Sr.: With the most varsity experience on the roster, the libero will use her veteran presence and defense to impact the Indians this year.

Jolie Gauvin, Cheatham County, Jr.: The outside hitter is making her return to Cheatham County after attending school in California last season.

Olivia Cox, Harpeth, So.: The setter is one of youngest players on the varsity team.

Camryn Denney, Sycamore, Sr.: The second sister is the Lady War Eagles vocal leader on the court. The outside hitter had 88 kills, 99 digs, 10 aces, 29 blocks last year.

Maitlyn Gray, Harpeth, Sr.: The outside hitter will use her knowledge and offensive strength to lead this season.

Ann Elise Jackson, Harpeth, So.: Jackson is one of the most promising rising talents for the Indians. The middle hitter has potential to claim all-district honors this season.

Emma Hunt, Sycamore, Sr.: The setter recorded 66 assists a season ago and is primed to return to form for coach Hunter.

Addison Beshears, Harpeth, Jr.: The junior is making the transition from libero to an outside hitter.