Edmond North wingback Isabella Vlosich is already a steadying presence in the Huskies’ varsity lineup, blending quiet confidence with a relentless work rate on the flank. As she heads into a new season, the sophomore defender says she is more prepared than ever to match the pace of top competition across Oklahoma.
Vlosich broke into the Edmond North varsity lineup as a freshman, an experience she admits came with pressure as she lined up alongside some of the state’s top players. “Last year I put a lot of stress on myself as a freshman starting on varsity playing with some of the best soccer players in Oklahoma and the United States,” she said. “As the season went on, I started being more confident in myself and in my game.”
That growing confidence is crucial at wingback, where she is asked to cover the entire sideline. “I play wingback,” Vlosich said. “The most difficult part of this position is the fitness – wingbacks have to run up and down the field to both attack and defend.” Her willingness to embrace that demanding role reflects the energy she sees throughout the Edmond North roster.
“What I love most about my North soccer team is that we are all close with each other, and kind to each other,” Vlosich said. “Our team is full of eagerness and energy to play soccer and compete, and we encourage each other throughout practices and games.” She also credits coaches Ike, Almen, Raney and Hock for pushing her to reach her potential.
Her parents remain her strongest inspiration, shaping the way she approaches both sports and relationships. “They gave me the values that I will carry with me through the rest of my life, especially the importance of family and friendships,” she said. “They taught me to treat others the way I would want to be treated, with kindness and respect.”
Away from the back line, Vlosich is a monthly yearbook editor and names Yearbook as her favorite class because of the staff and teacher, Mrs. Casey. She enjoys taking action photos at North sporting events, writing captions and helping sell the final publication, which she says teaches her leadership and deadline skills. She also plays year-round club soccer for Oklahoma Energy and volunteers as a “buddy” with TOPSoccer, deepening her connection to the game and the community.
Athletics, Vlosich said, has taught her teamwork, discipline, time management and how to overcome adversity — lessons she plans to carry far beyond high school.
