Lochlar finished sixth in Class 4 in digs but would have ranked even higher in digs per set, highlighting her efficiency and agility. With a keen understanding of the game, Lochlar anticipates plays before they unfold, making her a smart, effective defender. In just two seasons, she has amassed 756 digs and is poised to easily eclipse the 1,000-dig mark midway through the upcoming season. Lochlar is determined to cap off her final year with a trip to the Final Four, making her one of the players to watch as she aims for greatness.

The Pembroke Hill back-row standout will play a key role as the Raiders look to make a deep postseason run with much of last year’s talent returning. With one of the state’s top attackers back in the lineup, quality first contacts and strong defense will be more important than ever, and O’Bleness will look to build on the 400-plus digs she recorded a season ago.

She also dished out 70 assists, demonstrating her ability to step in and take the second ball when needed without disrupting the offense. That kind of versatility is invaluable and allows Pembroke Hill to stay in system while continuing to create scoring opportunities.

Lochlar O’Bleness Lochlar O’Bleness 5'4" | DS/L Pembroke Hill | 2027 State MO is pure energy in the backcourt. She plays with a motor that never shuts off, covering massive space and refusing to let balls hit the floor. Her read-and-react ability is elite—she tracks attackers early, beats the ball to the spot, and turns heat into clean, controlled digs. In serve-receive, her platform is calm and consistent, keeping her team in system and on tempo.

What makes Lochlar special is how she changes the feel of a match. She extends rallies, wins scramble points, and sparks momentum with effort plays that lift everyone on the floor. At NLQ, expect her to anchor the back row, erase tips and deep corners, and turn defense into offense. She’s the kind of DS/L every coach wants—relentless, reliable, and impossible to ignore. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Another high-volume defender, O’Bleness, has been spectacular with 242 digs, averaging 5.3 per set. Her quickness and aggressiveness make her a constant threat to turn defense into offense.

At Pembroke Hill, Lochlar O’Bleness Lochlar O’Bleness 5'4" | DS/L Pembroke Hill | 2027 State MO has built a reputation as one of the grittiest defenders in the class. Already committed to North Dakota, she plays with the poise of a veteran and the toughness of someone determined to win every rally. O’Bleness’s back-row presence and relentless pursuit of the ball make her a cornerstone for her team’s defense.

Lochlar has helped anchor a tough Mavs defense with her play this spring. She is fearless and has no problem giving up her body to lay out in order to keep the ball off the court. She is also consistent in the serving game.