Words by Thomas Ingle | Images by Justin Hunter
Meet Marianna Rigsby, a Jasper High School sophomore whose talents extend beyond the sports arena. A two-sport athlete, Marianna has been making a significant impact as a point guard and shooting guard in basketball for coach Blake Laney and a mid-field player and goalie in soccer for coach Brandon Hensley.
When asked about her team’s recent AHSAA 5A Basketball State Championship win, Marianna spoke about how it feels to be a state champion: “It feels great! All of our hard work and summers leading to us winning the state championship feels amazing!”
Marianna has also proven herself to be a remarkable student, upholding a perfect 4.0 GPA. She is a proud member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, and the Student Council.
Congratulations, Marianna, on your athletic and academic accomplishments. We wish you the best in your future endeavors! WL
