The Lady Wildcats return a pair of All-State guards in Lucy Hood and Ellie Southards, and that alone has Rabun County in a great position to compete for some trophies. The other talented veterans and young players will contribute to that success, as DeeDee Dillard’s Lady Cats will look to make state for a 16th straight season and go beyond last year’s Sweet 16.

PRESEASON INFO

2022-23 Record: 24-4; State Sweet 16; Region 8-A DI Runner-Up; #2 State Ranking
Head Coach: DeeDee Dillard (18th Season)
Returning Starters: 3
Key Departures: Trea Blalock, Mary Lovell
Key Players: SR PG Lucy Hood (All-State; Western Carolina commit), SR SG Ellie Southards (All-State), SR G Mili Watts, JR SG Jacie McCall, JR SF Chloe Erlewine
Offense: “Up-tempo and focused on utilizing the strengths of our experienced returning players,” says Dillard.
Strengths: “Senior leadership,” states Dillard.
Biggest Challenges: “Finding consistency on the offensive end as well as blending in our young talent with our veteran players,” adds Dillard.

“We want to improve each day and put ourselves in a position to compete for a region title,” states Dillard.