Mount Paran Is Back in the Final Four

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mount Paran Christian is moving on after a four-set quarterfinal win over Westminster and will meet Hebron Christian in the state semifinals Wednesday at LakePoint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Eagles continue to look like a team with several different ways to create pressure. The front row has physicality, the setting remains organized and the defensive effort has been consistent throughout the run. These five players continue to bring different recruiting traits to that formula.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["803118"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adebf6696f55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schoenborn provides another layer of stability behind Mount Paran's physical front row. She shows good defensive awareness and stays balanced enough to turn difficult attacks into controlled contacts. Her positioning allows her to play efficiently rather than relying entirely on reaction speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She also brings value through consistency. Good defensive players help a team stay aggressive because hitters and blockers know there is support behind them. Schoenborn continues to show the discipline and ball-control foundation needed for that role. Her ability to read, communicate and provide repeatable first contacts makes her an important piece of Mount Paran's floor defense.<strong><em> ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1056026"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adebf6696fb2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rose brings energy, range and an aggressive defensive mentality to the floor. She showed that in the Sweet 16, where her pursuit and digging helped set the tone early for Mount Paran. She reads hard-driven attacks well and plays with the type of effort that keeps balls alive outside the normal defensive window.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For a sophomore, her willingness to take responsibility defensively is encouraging. Marty stays active between contacts and doesn't appear content to defend only the balls hit directly into her space. That pursuit mentality, combined with continued refinement in platform control and serve receive, gives her good developmental upside as a back-row player.<strong><em> ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["744267"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adebf6697005"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clarke brings high-level physical tools and versatility to the Mount Paran front row. At 6-foot-3, she creates a strong contact point, attacks sharp angles and can score deep when the defense takes away the shorter court. She also brings legitimate blocking length and has the ability to affect space before the attacker ever contacts the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What continues to strengthen her evaluation is the complete-game development around the physical profile. When opponents commit extra attention to her offensively, Clarke stays engaged with serving, blocking and defensive responsibilities rather than allowing a lower volume of swings to affect her involvement. That maturity is important. Her ability to remain useful when a defense is specifically designed around slowing her down is a next-level trait.<strong><em> ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["804791"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adebf669704d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Avery gives Mount Paran steady offensive direction from the setter position. She shows good hands, keeps a consistent release and does a nice job allowing different attackers to remain involved. Her tempo helps the Eagles play with rhythm, and she demonstrates the court awareness to adjust when first contact moves her away from the net.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She also brings useful leadership through her decision-making. Kohler rarely needs to make the position look complicated to be effective. She keeps the offense organized, communicates clearly and continues to show confidence distributing in important moments. As her ability to manipulate opposing middles continues to develop, her size and offensive command make her an increasingly interesting setter prospect.<strong><em> ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["512341"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adebf6697094"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Layla brings a complete skill set and a physical attacking presence to Mount Paran. She can score with pace but also shows the ability to change speed and work different areas of the floor. Her range keeps blockers from sitting comfortably on one shot, and she remains involved in serve receive and defense rather than becoming a front-row-only player. Mount Paran's staff has specifically highlighted the intelligence and versatility behind her game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her volleyball IQ separates the evaluation. Dunn recognizes space well and shows the ability to adjust instead of repeatedly challenging the same defensive look. She competes with confidence, carries a large responsibility without allowing it to limit the rest of her game and brings senior stability in multiple phases. That combination makes her a strong six-rotation asset.<strong><em> ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mount Paran has enough physical talent to draw attention, but the Eagles are playing like more than a collection of athletes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dunn brings complete six-rotation value, Kohler keeps the offense structured, Clarke changes the geometry at the net, Marty adds range and energy defensively, and Schoenborn provides stability behind the block.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Now comes a semifinal matchup with Hebron Christian — and another opportunity to evaluate how those traits hold up against one of the state's deepest teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Follow Prep Dig Georgia for post-match evaluations, rankings coverage and continued reporting throughout the 2026 GHSA postseason.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Note to GA Athletes:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If you'd like to be considered for future coverage, please send me your high school season schedule</strong> and share a little bit about yourself so I can come support you and share your story. 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