Etowah Girls Take State!

For the first time in Etowah High School's history, the Varsity Lady Eagles captured the coveted State basketball title against Westside-Macon in a 61 - 47 victory. Scoring was led by Nicole Frechette with 16 points, followed by Lisa Gaunder with 13, Tiauna Brantley with 9, Lindsey Mason with 8, Tagan Hatchett with 8, Alicia Manning with 5 and Kristie Spivey with 2. The team was coached by Bob Westbrook, Rob Graner and Jim Spivey. The team received a school-wide send off, and when they returned, each team member took a turn at cutting down the basketball net in the Etowah gym - a championship tradition. The champion Eagles are comprised of Emily McNeill, Tagan Hatchett, Lisa Gaunder, McKenzie Stiles, Alica Manning, Julie Witt, Sarah Schuenemeyer, Lindsey Mason, Tiauna Brantley, Nicole Frechette, Kayla Rollins, Kristie Spivey and Jade Mauldin. We're all proud of you! Photos courtesy of Louise Graner.

Clockwise from top left: Each girl took a turn at cutting down the net. The 2005 Etowah Lady Eagles proudly display their State Championship Trophy. The Lady Eagles, their coaching staff and chaperones, were elated to come home winners. Coach Spivey and daughter Kristie.