Player's Poll: Top 24 Players of 2024, Part III
We conclude our players’ poll with the top eight players of the 2024 season, a mix of veteran legends of the sport, elite players at their prime, and the neck generation of stars beginning to make a name for themselves. We once again want to thank Darren Bell for his efforts in running the poll and compiling the results. Now, without further ado, let’s look at the top eight athletes from MLQ 2024:
8. Tessa Mullins
Position: Beater
Age: 25
2024 Stats: 18 Games, 8 Beater Stops, +53 Plus/Minus, 1.56 Average Dodgeballs
“Tessa continues to break boundaries and the status quo in this sport for the better. She is one of the best beaters in the country, period. Her continued growth as a dominant player and a leader has been one of the best and most rewarding things to watch as a coach and a close friend.” - Tate Kay, Head Coach, 2024 New York Titans
7. Nathan Digmann, Chicago Prowl
Position: Chaser
Age: 30
2024 Stats: 18 Games, 37 Goals, 22 Assists, 31 Chaser Stops
“Aside from being one of the best shooters and facilitators in the game, Nathan is an excellent defender. His ability as a keeper to read passes, direct teammates' positioning, and create turnovers was instrumental in continuing to strengthen our defense prowess.” - Kennedy Murphy, Head Coach, 2024 Chicago Prowl
6. Daniel Williams, San Antonio Soldados
Position: Beater
Age: 26
2024 Stats: 16 Games, 24 Beater Stops, +31 Plus/Minus, 1.53 Average Dodgeballs
“As one of my mentors and a good friend, it is hard not to say incredible things about him. He is always looking four steps or plays ahead and is resilient in his approach to success and the game, never backing down from any challenge. He finds ways to break through to every individual to further their skills and pushes them to be better than they were mere seconds ago.” - David Avila, Head Coach, 2024 San Antonio Soldados
5. Jon Jackson, New York Titans
Position: Chaser
Age: 31
2024 Stats: 18 Games, 37 Goals, 34 Assists, 39 Chaser Stops
“Jon is an outstanding leader, let alone player. His attention to detail and doing the little things right is something that gets lost in his big, boisterous highlight plays. He is our Clark Kent and our Superman.” - Tate Kay, Head Coach, 2024 New York Titans
4. Miguel Esparza, San Antonio Soldados
Position: Chaser
Age: 32
2024 Stats: 16 Games, 67 Goals, 31 Assists, 33 Chaser Stops
“Miguel is a natural leader who inspires others with his relentless work ethic and raises the standard of what it means to be an athlete. His knowledge and willingness to share that knowledge is what excels his performance and the abilities of those around him.” - David Avila, Head Coach, 2024 San Antonio Soldados
3. Leo Fried, Detroit Innovators
Position: Chaser
Age: 23
2024 Stats: 14 Games, 46 Goals, 22 Assists, 42 Chaser Stops
”Spectators might know Leo for his ability to sky over opponents with one-handed catches or his unstoppable scoring ability, but only his teammates know the work he puts in off the field. He’s one of those players that is always willing to meet, go over film, and improve his game.” - Jack Levy, Assistant Coach, 2024 Detroit Innovators
2. Max Havlin, Boston Forge
Position: Beater
Age: 33
2024 Stats: 16 Games, 26 Beater Stops, +42 Plus/Minus, 1.58 Average Dodgeballs
“Max is an unstoppable force at beater who could change the game in the blink of an eye. He made beats everywhere on the field and led Forge to countless goals.” - Harry Greenhouse, Head Coach, 2024 Boston Forge
1. Lindsay Marella, New York Titans
Position: Chaser
Age: 29
2024 Stats: 18 Games, 21 Goals, 28 Assists, 22 Chaser Stops
“What can be said that hasn’t about her? Lindsay is the epitome of a generational player and hall of famer in this sport. It’s all a testament to her hard work and an uncanny drive to dominate.” - Tate Kay, Head Coach, 2024 New York Titans
