Stemwedel approaches defense with a level of urgency that immediately catches your attention. The Watertown guard plays every possession as though the outcome depends on getting one more stop. She moves exceptionally well laterally, stays low in her stance, and works tirelessly to keep opponents from gaining an advantage. Lydia’s combination of athleticism, strength, and determination makes her a difficult matchup on the perimeter. This was the first time we’ve scouted Lydia, but even with a limited sample size it’s obvious that her defensive intensity and willingness to compete leaves a strong initial impression.