Hesperia Unified School District (HUSD) is thrilled to announce that Oak Hills High School (OHHS) alumni Keonahi'ilani "Nona" Solaita (Class of 2025) has been selected to represent American Samoa in international volleyball play. This prestigious selection comes on the heels of a dominant freshman season at Sacramento State, where Solaita was recently named the 2025–2026 NCAA Big Sky Conference Freshman of the Year.
Solaita’s rapid ascent from local high school standout to international competitor showcases how dedication in the classroom and on the court can pave the way toward achieving huge aspirations.
A Legacy of Excellence at Oak Hills High School
Before taking the NCAA by storm, "Nona", as she is affectionately known by OHHS friends, coaches, and staff, left an indelible mark on the High Desert sports landscape.
Her high school accolades include:
Back-to-Back MRL Athlete of the Year: Earned the Mojave River League’s most prestigious volleyball honor in consecutive seasons, concluding with the 2025 title.
CIF Championship Run: Led the OHHS Bulldogs to the CIF-SS Volleyball Championship match.
All-CIF Team Selection: Named to the All-CIF Team during her powerhouse senior year.
2024–2025 HUSD Athlete of the Year: Recognized as the top athlete across the entire school district.
Solaita was just as formidable in the classroom as she was on the court, graduating from Oak Hills High School with an exceptional 3.87 cumulative GPA.
Media Features & Highlights
Local and regional media outlets have continued to follow Solaita's inspiring journey. HUSD extends a special thank you to Fox 40 for their excellent recent feature article highlighting her international selection and collegiate success.
A video showcasing her journey and achievements can be viewed on YouTube here: Keonahi'ilani Solaita Feature Video.
About Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia Unified School District is located in the High Desert of San Bernardino County, CA. Dedicated to student-centric education, HUSD serves a diverse population of students across its multiple elementary, middle, and high schools. Guided by the mission, "Preparing Today's Students for Tomorrow's World," and an athletic philosophy of "Big city programs with a small town feel," the district is committed to fostering academic excellence, athletic distinction, and community pride.
Photographs courtesy of OHHS, HUSD, and Sac State:
