The 2018 Total Player Award winner Ekaterina Prokofyeva is one of the best players Russia has ever produced.
The 31-year-old is a multiple-time club and international champion. She has spent the majority of her career with the Russian powerhouse KINEF Kirishi, where she has contributed significantly to the club’s 13 Russian Championships and 2017 and 2018 Euro League titles. For Russia, she has won two European Championships (2008 & 2010), and a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.
Ekaterina is not only a leader for her club and country during competitions, but also a fantastic representative for the sport and its growth. As a resource for younger players seeking to improve their technical abilities, she has a free-to-view YouTube channel on which she posts videos of drills she executes flawlessly.
Ekaterina Prokofyeva’s Top 5 of 2022

1. Ashleigh Johnson (USA)
United States National Team Player/Club: Ethnikos /Position: Goalkeeper
She is still one of the best goalkeepers
2. Anni Espar (ESP)
Spain National Team Player/Club: Mataro / Position: Driver
She has a great feel for a game, and incredible vision. A truly great player.
3. Elena Ruiz (ESP)
Spain National Team Player/Club: Sabadell/ Position: Driver
The younger generation is showing excellent game in their roles, both in defence and attack. An excellent player and one of the leaders of her team
4. Rebecca Parkes (HUN)
Hungary National Team Player/Club: Eger/ Position: Centre-Forward
The leader of her team and a great attacker on 2m