Kristel Eeckhout

Towering at 193cm, this Belgian wall combines blistering pace with an almost psychic ability to neutralize attacks. After a career-threatening neck injury from a freak bungee jumping accident forced her to rebuild her core, she channeled that quiet intensity into a flawless defensive game defined by aggressive blocks and a near-zero foul tolerance. Though her reserve sometimes leaves teammates wanting more communication, her dominance on the pitch remains absolute.