Top 2025 recruit Lara Somfai commits to Stanford

Somfai is a 6'1" outside hitter from Laguna Beach, California

Somfai is a highly touted recruit who is considered one of the best players in her class. She has been a member of the USA Volleyball Girls' Youth National Team since 2022 and has helped lead her team to gold medals at the NORCECA U18 Continental Championship and the FIVB U18 World Championship.

Somfai is the third member of Stanford's 2025 recruiting class

Somfai joins a strong recruiting class that also includes outside hitter Tatum Coffey and middle blocker Makenzie Cuff. With Somfai's commitment, Stanford has now secured three of the top 10 recruits in the 2025 class.

Somfai is expected to make an immediate impact at Stanford

Somfai is a talented and versatile player who can play all three front row positions. She is a powerful hitter with a strong arm and she also has good blocking and serving skills. Somfai is expected to compete for a starting role as soon as she arrives on campus.

Somfai's commitment is a big win for Stanford

Somfai is one of the best recruits in the country and her commitment is a big win for Stanford. She is a player who can make an immediate impact and she should help the Cardinal compete for a national championship in the years to come.