Hoops Preview: Lumpkin County Indians

With the reigning BLITZ Player of the Year back for one more run, that’s enough reason for excitement for Lumpkin County. Add in that 3 total starters, roll it back, and the Indians could repeat or, dare we say, go further than last season’s Sweet 16 run.

PRESEASON INFO

2023-24 Record: 16-14; Sweet 16
Head Coach: Chris Faulkner (2nd Season)
Returning Starters: 3

Key Players: Cal Faulkner (reigning BLITZ Player of the Year), TJ Gaddis, Landon Pierce, Jackson Pulley, Keiwhan Gallagher, Hagen Glenn; Freshman who could contribute: Martin Hulsey, Kolson Howell

Offense: “Will try to play fast paced and should be able to shoot from the perimeter better than last season,” says Faulkner.

Strengths: “Return three starters who all played major minutes last season,” adds Faulkner.
Biggest Challenges: “Developing depth and toughness from younger players,” he states.

“We hope to be able to contend in region 6-3A and compete for a state tournament spot again,” states Faulkner.