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Boone County
Coach: Nell Fookes (604-213)

Last season: 28-6 (district champion, lost to Newport Central Catholic in regional final) Key players: Sr. F Sydney Moss, Sr. F Lydia Nash, Jr. G Jessica Jones.

Fun fact: Moss's scoring average of 22.7 points ranked 10th in the state, according to KHSAA statistics).

Outlook: The Rebels have Moss, perhaps the most dangerous weapon in the state, and they have the cagey, demanding Fookes on the sideline squeezing every ounce of energy out of her players. With improved guard play from Jones, the Rebels are poised to reclaim the regional crown lost last season to NewCath. Nash, an unselfish post player who can hit free throws, is a perfect complement to Moss. The Rebels like to give Nash the ball early and let her get to the line, setting the stage for Moss' wizardry and their perimeter shooters. "We're looking for shooters," Fookes said.

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Left to right) Senior Sydney Moss, junior Jessica Jones and senior Lydia Nash pose for a picture during basketball practice at Boone County. / The Enquirer/ Joseph Fuqua II