This is what happens when you win it all.

People ask to see your state championship rings.

Little girls stop you every day and let you know one day they want to be part of the program, too. They promise they’ll keep winning when they are.

Former players stop in during practice and talk to the newest members of the team, trying to drive home the importance of tradition and success. Some of them even become assistant coaches.

Fans have countless questions about everything from uniforms to future opponents.

For the players and coaches at Broward’s three most prestigious girls’ basketball programs — Dillard, Deerfield Beach and South Broward — the similarities don’t end with success on the court. They extend to talent, goals and, of course, expectations.

None of them would have it any other way.

“I don’t consider it pressure. It’s a great opportunity,” Deerfield Beach coach Portia Williams said. “It’s an honor to be working with a program that is so strong and so supported. When you speak of Deerfield girls’ basketball, you want it to be in the same way as Dillard and South Broward.”

Says South Broward coach Sharlene Ferguson, who took over last year after former Bulldogs coach Abby Ward went on to build the program at Monarch: “I think it’s good for the three of us. I know it keeps me on my toes and I’m sure it keeps [Dillard] coach [Marcia] Pinder on her toes and coach Williams on hers. And it only makes the kids better.”

For the past two seasons, teams hoping to win a Class 6A state championship have had to deal with Deerfield Beach. Last year, the Bucks won their second consecutive state title after finishing as the state runner-up in 2002.

And 5A teams outside of Broward aren’t faring any better than their 6A counterparts. Dillard won the state championship last year, eliminating four-time defending Class 5A champion South Broward in the regional final. Before the Panthers went on to win the 2004 title, the Bulldogs had won five of the last six Class 5A championships.

Dillard, which has grown into one of Broward’s traditional powerhouses under longtime coach Pinder, hadn’t won a state championship since 1982. Then came 2004, when the Panthers blew through the playoffs and eliminated South Broward in the regional final before going on to win a state title.

“Some of these girls were living off this program’s past history and I wanted to see them make their own history,” Pinder said. “They wanted to have their names up there and know, that like the others who were here, they did something. They’ll be able to come back here with their kids one day and show them their names up there.”

There’s a definite mutual respect among the three programs. Games against one another, like Tuesday’s game between Dillard and South Broward, are competitive and fans pack gyms to see them.

For the players who pull on the jerseys from any one of the three storied programs, they know no matter who they play their school’s legacy means they get no breaks from opponents eager to say they upset one of the state’s top programs.

Most of them thrive under the fierce competition and that’s why things never seem to change for Broward’s big three.

“We always feel everyone is coming after us,” Deerfield Beach guard/forward Princess Stewart said. “It feels good because we’re the top dogs and they want to prove themselves. We know every day, we have to bring in our best game.

“This is why when I was in middle school, I was already wanting to play at Deerfield. Everyone looks at you to do things.”

DISTRICT 9-6A

COCONUT CREEK COUGARS Coach: Celeste Martell. 2003-04 record: 1-18. Returning starters: C Dominique Vergin (6-1, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Nelthie Ulysse (5-8, So.); G Christina James (5-7, Sr.). Newcomers: G Janee McKay (5-7, Sr.); G Chrissy Williams (5-7, Sr.). Outlook: Fair. Not enough talent and numbers to compete. CORAL SPRINGS COLTS Coach: Misty Nee. 2003-04 record: 16-12. Returning starters: G Latara King (5-8); G Chricy Mirand (5-4); F Rhonda Phillips (5-9). Returning reserves: G Amanda Crawford (5-5). Outlook: Good to very good. Returning starters bring plenty of experience. DEERFIELD BEACH BUCKS Coach: Portia Williams. 2003-04 record: 35-2. Returning starters: F Princess Stewart (5-9, Sr.); G Virginia Gregoire (5-7, Sr.); G Chyterra Kintchen (5-6, Sr.). Returning reserves: F Montezza Hepburn (5-8, Jr.); F Lillian Marshall (6-1, So.); C Marie Marshall (6-1, So.); F Ashley Ham (5-9, So.); F Lindsey Porificato (5-7, Sr.). Newcomers: G Lelia Brown (5-4, Jr.); Jocelyn Jean-Pierre (5-3, Fr.); G Brittany Jones (5-4, So.); F Whitney Moore (5-7, Sr.). Outlook: Good. Outside shooting and team speed. DOUGLAS EAGLES Coach: Mitch Kaufman. 2003-04 record: 12-13. Returning starters: C Katie Emmets (6-0, Sr.); F/G Rachel Dinnerman (5-8, Sr.); G Kelly Feil (5-4, Jr.). Returning reserves: G Kassandra Zarfos (5-4, So.); F Jennifer Kacerosky (5-8, Sr.); F/G Ashley Payanis (5-10, Jr.). Newcomers: G Kathryn Regopoulous (5-3, Fr.); F Holly Gennings (5-9, Sr.); F/G Amanda Kremblas (5-9, Fr.); F Cassandra Jean (5-9, Jr.); G Rachel Maisner (5-5, Jr.); G Jenna Roth (5-5, So.). Outlook: Fair to good. Young team that will improve as season goes. TARAVELLA TROJANS Coach: Mark Montimuro. 2003-04 record: 14-12. Returning starters: C Camielle Bennett (6-0, Jr.); G Brittany Collins (5-6, Sr.); F Brittany Stempien (5-8, Jr.). Returning reserves: G Alyssa Craig (5-7, Jr.); G Zanichle Grimnell (5-4, Sr.); G Tina Post (5-6, Sr.); G Katherine Brady (5-4, Jr.). Newcomers: G Natalie O’Brien (5-7, Fr.); G Marielba Martinez (5-6, So.); G Julie Diamond (5-4, Jr.). Outlook: Good. Good balance and inside presence. DISTRICT 10-6A

BOYD ANDERSON COBRAS Coach: Terris Russell. 2003-04 record: 11-13. Returning starters: G Quortney Gibson (5-6, Sr.); G/F Sheria Murray (5-6, Sr.); F/C Katrice Greene (6-3, So.). Returning reserves: F/G Melissa Beuachamp (5-7, Jr.); G Juniore Rigaud (5-5, Jr.). Newcomers: G Cherika Ramsey (5-6, Jr.); F Lakita Davis (5-8, Sr.); F Dominique Jones (5-7, So.); F/G Laquista Bartee (5-7, Jr.); F/G Jahkerria Harvey (5-9, Fr.); F Takera Pinkney (5-9, So.); G Ja’na Ransaw (5-3, Jr.); C April Thornton (6-3, Sr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Lack of size and players new to system. PIPER BENGALS Coach: Trevor Allen II. 2003-04 record: 4-16. Returning starters: F Toyria Mattear (Jr.); G Grace Blue (Sr.); F/C Laqueada Smith (Sr.); C Le’Tasha Carter (Jr.). Returning reserves: F/G Maryna Makhova (Jr.); G Natalie Munoz (Jr.); G Gianna Faustin (So.); F Joann Liria (Jr.); F Lavisha Roberts (Jr.). Newcomers: F/G Dominique Taylor (Sr.); F Brandie Shipman (Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Better with four returning starters. PLANTATION COLONELS Coach: Dellareese Smith. 2003-04 record: 8-10. Returning starters: G Lotoria Hubbard (5-5, Sr.); G Brittany Parker (5-6, Sr.); C/F Kerece Grant (6-0, Sr.); G Trina Conley (5-7, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Ashlie Smith (5-7, Jr.); C/F Keandra Battle (5-11, Sr.); C/F Shanel Gordon (5-11, So.); Kimara Pluviose (5-10, Jr.). Newcomers: F/G Chanteria Fulmore (5-8, Jr.); F/C Synovia Thomas (6-0, So.); F/G Sasha Nelson (5-8, Jr.). Outlook: Fair. Reserves must step up. SOUTH PLANTATION PALADINS Coach: Lushanna Burgess. 2003-04 record: 22-7. Returning starters: G Lashonda Gaines (5-4, Sr.); G/F Margie Garzon (5-5, Jr.); F Parisha Wilson (5-5, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Pradeline Bemosthine (5-3, Sr.); C Brittany Chisolm (5-6, So.); G Domonique Lowe (5-4, Jr.). Newcomers: C Brittany Cameron (5-9, Fr.). Outlook: Good. Some talent but lacking size. WESTERN WILDCATS Coach: Bryan Banschbach. 2003-04 record: 3-18. Returning starters: G Kim Young (5-5, Jr.); F Kristina Rosende (5-10, So.); F Erin Ryan (5-10, So.). Returning reserves: G Amanda Nicol (5-2, So.). Newcomers: C Alexa Bethoney (5-10, So.). Outlook: Fair. Lack of depth and experience. DISTRICT 11-6A

CYPRESS BAY LIGHTNING Coach: Scott Selridge. 2003-04 record: 12-8. Returning starters: G Ianna Ahyoung (5-6, Sr.); F/G Ofelia Giannakopoulos (5-9, Sr.); G Karena Jackson (5-7, Sr.); G Jael Tolliver (5-7, So.). Returning reserves: F Shari Williams (6-0, Sr.); F/G Jackie Nezaj (5-6, Jr.); F Jeanine Lootis (6-2, Sr.). Newcomers: F Jennifer Guldager (5-11, Sr.); G Valaine Vitale Renner (5-6, Sr.). Outlook: Good. Strong and talented senior class. EVERGLADES GATORS Coach: Julia Myers. 2003-04 record: 4-18. Returning starters: F Latonia Lopez (5-5, So.); F/G Jessica Salazar (5-7, Sr.); F/G Lauren Simmons (5-3, Jr.); F Kanika Wynter (5-5, Jr.). Newcomers: F/G Adekemi Akinwole (5-7, Fr.); C Danilsa Andojar (6-0, Fr.); F/G Paula Cajias (5-5, Sr.); F Brittany Bucknam (5-5, Fr.); F Lashiandra Nash (5-7, Sr.); F/C Brittany Nash (5-9, Fr.); F Kasey Truman (5-6, So.); F Michelle Villalobos (5-8, Sr.). Outlook: Fair. Very young and inexperienced. FLANAGAN FALCONS Coach: Kathy Halligan. 2003-04 record: 12-7. Returning starters: F Nicole Golden (5-7, Sr.); F Marleena Paul (5-7, Jr.); F Myret Bulgin (5-10, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Clarissa Ingraham (5-8, So.); G Aurielle Morgan (5-9, So.); G Sharonda Bennett (5-5, Sr.). Newcomers: G Vivi Penate (5-5, Fr.); G Adria Bethel (5-5, Sr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Inexperienced players need to mature. HOLLYWOOD HILLS SPARTANS Coach: Michael Underwood. 2003-04 record: 4-15. Returning starters: G Daphne Dunac (5-6, Sr.); F/C Myrhanda Hogue (5-9, So.); F/C Megan Leighow (5-10, Sr.); G/F Stephanie Rosado (5-11, Sr.); G Portia Elliot (5-5, Sr.). Newcomers: F/C Raquel Sarante (5-10, Jr.); F/C Dominique McKinnie (6-0, Jr.). Outlook: Fair. New coach has added a new defense. MCARTHUR MUSTANGS Coach: John Jones. 2003-04 record: 11-12. Returning starters: G Venisha Lee (5-5, Sr.); G Daisy Loveras (5-6, Sr.); G Shantwanette Hill (5-6, Sr.). Returning reserves: F Jovana Arriaga (5-7, Jr.); F Janosti Smith (5-10, Sr.); F Tikeisi Relaford (5-9, So.). Newcomers: G Briana DaCosta (5-5, Jr.); F Jessica Teyra (5-6, So.); F Shayra Cardenas (5-7, Jr.). Outlook: Fair. Speed and aggressive defense. MIRAMAR PATRIOTS Coach: Greg Stanback. 2003-04 record: 21-7. Returning starters: G Lauren Ashley (5-7, Jr.); F Janelle Johnson (5-8, Sr.); C Melissa Dalembert (6-2, Jr.). Returning reserves: G Jamelle Johnson (5-8, Sr.); G Antoinette McGregor (5-2, Sr.); G Carly McLarty (5-2, Sr.); F Kiara Robinson (5-8, So.); C Kendra Thomas (5-10, Jr.); F Dorthy Wildman (5-8, Sr.). Newcomers: G Allisha Cajuste (5-4, Sr.); F Yamile Jean-Baptiste (5-8, Jr.); G Crystal Rowe (5-6, Sr.). Outlook: Good. Play of Dalembert will be key to success. DISTRICT 15-5A

DILLARD PANTHERS Coach: Marcia Pinder. 2003-04 record: 28-3. Returning starters: G Erica Brown (5-9, Sr.); G Brittany McGraw (5-7, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Victoria Johnson (5-6, Sr.); G Erika Linton (5-3, Sr.); F Shoknetra Parrish (5-8, Sr.); F Stacey Smith (5-8, Jr.). Newcomers: G Shandrea Moore (5-6, Jr.). Outlook: Good to very good. Brown returns to defending state 5A champs. NORTHEAST HURRICANES Coach: Leslie Baker. 2003-04 record: 3-17. Returning reserves: F Shanique Serenash (5-8, Jr.); F Takeah Ector (5-8, So.); G Vida Jean-Baptiste (5-5, Jr.); G Anicia Duclos (5-5, Sr.). Newcomers: G Maneashia Hill (5-8, Sr.); G Florence Joseph (5-4, Sr.); F Chasity Holliday (5-11, Fr.); G Claudia Henriquez (5-4, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. New coach trying to teach fundamentals. ST. THOMAS AQUINAS RAIDERS Coach: Arthur Lobbe. 2003-04 record: 19-8. Returning starters: C Foluke Akinradewo (6-4, Sr.); F Susan Beauzil (5-11, Sr.); G Christina Diaz (5-6, Sr.); G Charlease Williams (5-9, So.). Returning reserves: G Dom Lanier (5-8, Sr.); G Gronique Bannister (5-7, Jr.); G Kristin Soto (5-4, So.); C Marianna Brzkowski (6-2, So.); C Katherine Stine (6-1, So.); G Vanessa Riccardi (5-2, So.). Newcomers: F/C Shonnette Sheffield (6-1, Jr.); G Shanaya Hendrichs (5-4, So.); G Ali Stamler (5-2, So.). Outlook: Good. Lots of talent in returning starters. STRANAHAN DRAGONS Coach: Sandra Andrews. 2003-04 record: 12-8. Returning starters: C Jacinta Monroe (6-3, Jr.); G Storm McCullough (5-4, Jr.). Returning reserves: F/G Chrystal Smith (Jr.); G Latoya Freelove (Sr.). Newcomers: F Patrina Farrell. Outlook: Fair. Lacking strong guard play. DISTRICT 16-5A

COOPER CITY COWBOYS Coach: John McCall. 2003-04 record: 6-10. Returning starters: G Lauren Bugg (5-4, Sr.); F Leann Horner (5-9, Jr.); F Lindsey Casey (5-9, Jr.). Returning reserves: G Jessica Chester (5-0, Sr.); G Megan Rivera (5-5, Jr.); C Samantha Walters (5-10, Jr.). Newcomers: C Debra Channer (5-10, Sr.); F Shelly Mata (5-6, So.); G Jamie Watson (5-2, Jr.); F Ashley Miller (5-7, Jr.); F Alisha Bowe (5-8, Jr.). Outlook: Good. Lack of size could be a problem. NOVA TITANS Coach: Boris McWashington. 2003-04 record: 10-11. Returning starters: F Ashley Robinson (5-9, So.); G Tyisha Jenkins (5-7, So.); G Zina Rutkevich (5-6, Jr.); F Elisabeth Brown (5-5, So.). Returning reserves: G Ashley Henderson (5-2, Sr.); G Kiesha Bath (5-4, Sr.); F Meagan Mullens (5-6, Sr.); G Dominique Alexander (5-2, So.). Newcomers: G Angela Smith (5-4, Fr.); F Janelle Barber (5-10, Fr.); G Jasmine Bradley (5-5, Fr.). Outlook: Good. More experience with four starters back. SOUTH BROWARD BULLDOGS Coach: Sharlene Ferguson. 2003-04 record: 21-7. Returning starters: G Danielle Beneby (5-8, So.); F Alysha Harvin (5-10, Jr.); F Potsha Jackson (5-8, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Courtney McNealy (5-6, Sr.); C Makae Previlion (6-0, Jr.); G Veronica Touchstone (5-5, Sr.). Newcomers: F Ashley Spear (5-9, So.); F Christal Washington (5-10, Fr.); G Kimberly Rickles (5-8, Fr.); G Lisa Karabel (Sr.); G Raven Williams (Fr.). Outlook: Good. Very talented as always. DISTRICT 16-4A BOCA RATON BOBCATS Coach: Joe Sabia. 2003-04 record: 7-15. Returning starters: G Ericka Roland (5-5, Sr.); F/C Jenny Schmidt (5-9, So.); F/G Kelly Phillips (5-6, Sr.). Returning reserves: G/F Caley Waters (5-8, So.). Newcomers: F Tiara Jackson (5-7, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Young team without much size. CORAL GLADES JAGUARS Coach: Leatha Ingram. 2003-04 record: First season. Newcomers: G Heather Goodwin (5-6, Jr.); F Fabiola Tosil (5-6, Fr.); C Sara Pellegrino (5-9, Fr.); G Janee Samson (5-3, So.); F Robin Trigobuff (5-8, Jr.). Outlook: Fair. First-year school with little varsity experience. FORT LAUDERDALE FLYING L’S Coach: Kaola King. 2003-04 record: 22-5. Returning starters: G Bridgette Weaver (5-6, Sr.); G Blossom Samuels (5-8, Sr.); G Lydia Joseph (6-0, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Stacy Coleman (5-7, Jr.). Newcomers: G Chikia Wright (5-6, Sr.); G Latria Colvin (5-7, Fr.); F Briana Thomas (5-11, Jr.). Outlook: Good. Experienced senior class and athletic. HALLANDALE CHARGERS Coach: Alethia Samuels. 2003-04 record: 14-6. Returning starters: G Jessica Childers (5-6, Sr.); G/F LaToya Williams (5-9, Sr.); G Beverly Francois (5-6, Sr.); F Kiara Repress (6-0, Sr.). Returning reserves: F Brittney Palmer (5-10, Sr.); F Blondie Sainterling (6-0, Jr.). Newcomers: Chantail Thomason (5-6, Jr.); Patricia Killing (6-0, Fr.); Tanica Vickers (5-6, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Four returning starters with size. PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER JAGUARS Coach: Jack Mandel. 2003-04 record: 4-13. Returning starters: G Chemika James (5-3, Sr.); G Nadia Smith (5-5, Sr.); G Jesemia Colburn (5-5, Sr.). Newcomers: F Ashley Frost (So.); F Jenelle Lyon (5-9, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. First-year coach with new system. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON TORNADOES Coach: Teresa Smith. 2003-04 record: 10-11. Returning starters: C/F Alicia Morris (6-1, Jr.); G Lyrell Barfield (5-6, So.); G Shoquandra Goodman (5-5, Sr.); G Shankevia Martindale (5-5, Sr.). Returning reserves: F Laquarius Wallace (5-9, Sr.); F Rukiya Carr (5-6, Sr.); G Brittney Montgomery (5-6, Jr.). Newcomers: C/F Shankevia Carr (5-11, So.); G Dominique Latimore (5-6, Sr.); G Mig Harris (5-5, Jr.). Outlook: Good. Four returning starters, including Morris at center. DISTRICT 13-3A

CARDINAL GIBBONS REDSKINS Coach: Dave O’Connell. 2003-04 record: 16-9. Returning starters: G Beth O’Connell (5-8, Sr.); G Janey Curry (5-7, Sr.); F Kelly Sherman (6-1, Jr.); G Alena Christiansen (5-8, Jr.). Returning reserves: F Keirstan Kafka (5-11, Sr.); F Bridget Blyth (5-10, Sr.); F Chantal Letts (6-0, Jr.); G Megan Meyers (5-4, Jr.). Newcomers: F Mary Kate Macek (6-1, So.); G Shannon Blyth (5-9, So.); C Lindsey Cheatham (6-2, Fr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Most of team returns and good size. CORAL SPRINGS CHARTER PANTHERS Coach: Kate McCall. 2003-04 record: 5-21. Returning starters: G Courtney Dadas (5-7, Jr.); G Reyna Gelfand (5-6, So.). Returning reserves: G Ashley Donisi (5-6, Jr.); F/G Sarah Nutt (5-9, So.); F Sandra Nelson (5-7, So.); F/C Sabrina Mohammed (5-8, So.). Newcomers: G Javan Bell (5-5, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Young team in process of rebuilding. MONARCH KNIGHTS Coach: Abby Ward. 2003-04 record: 10-11. Returning starters: G Sarah Sutherland (5-6, Jr.); F/G Savannah Sutherland (5-8, So.); G Britany Washington (5-4, Sr.). Newcomers: F Brea Coffey (5-8, Fr.); F Kiara Willingham (5-6, Fr.); G Alejandra Roca (5-5, Fr.). Outlook: Good. More experience and talented freshmen. NORTH BROWARD PREP EAGLES Coach: Scott Williams. 2003-04 record: 10-16. Returning starters: C Christi O’Neill (5-11, Sr.); F Sydney Scheft (5-8, Jr.); F Rochelle Moncrieffe (5-10, So.). Returning reserves: G Allison Settler (5-7, So.); G Kelly Davidson (5-7, Fr.); F Casey Davidson (5-10, 8th). Newcomers: G Tayler Tremblay (5-4, 7th). Outlook: Fair. Not enough capable scorers. PINE CREST PANTHERS Coach: Jeff Rothstein. 2003-04 record: 14-7. Returning starters: Brittany Allison (5-7, Sr.); F Teresa Arthur (5-8, Jr.); G Logan Shapiro 5-6, So.). Returning reserves: G Mal McQueen (5-5, Sr.); G Michelle Bejar (5-7, Sr.). Newcomers: F L. Lopez (5-9, Fr.); F Tina Arthur (5-8, Fr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Young team that will need to be aggressive. POMPANO BEACH TORNADOES Coach: Genia Brolon. 2003-04 record: 19-4. Returning starters: Tiffany Foster (5-11, Sr.); Ayanis Dennis (5-8, Jr.). Returning reserves: Latoya Williams (5-6, So.); Taunesha Dix (5-6, Jr.); Ayana Cunningham (5-11, Jr.). Newcomers: Christiana Pesavento (5-9, So.); Natalie Castro (5-5, Sr.). Outlook: Fair. Will be tough replacing the Moss sisters. DISTRICT 14-3A

AMERICAN HERITAGE PATRIOTS Coach: Linda Sibio. 2003-04 record: 12-14. Returning starters: F Alexa Likens (5-10, Sr.); G Amanda Pitofsky (5-4, Sr.); G/F Ashley Lofton (5-7, Sr.); F Alicia Glasser (5-10, So.). Returning reserves: F Casandra Aponte (6-6); G Demetra Tigertail (5-5, Fr.). Newcomers: F Adaisha Ingram (5-10, Jr.); F Alex Brown (5-10, Fr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Questionable team size. ARCHBISHOP MCCARTHY MAVERICKS Coach: Sara Hershaft. 2003-04 record: 21-6. Returning starters: C Whitney Harrington (6-3, Sr.); F Jennie Mourra (5-7, Sr.); C/F Alexa McKelvey (6-0, So.); G Christina Cannon (5-6, Sr.); G Becky Britton (5-7, Jr.). Returning reserves: C/F Tiana San Pedro (6-0, Jr.); G Alyssa Kouri (5-8, Jr.); G Kelly Cardoso (5-6, So.); G Natalie Draser (5-6, So.). Newcomers: G Monica Coletti (5-6, Jr.). Outlook: Good to very good. Lots of experience and the play of Harrington. CHAMINADE-MADONNA LIONS Coach: Ian Wilkinson. 2003-04 record: 13-11. Returning starters: G Erica Case (5-3, Jr.); G Samantha Wasksko (5-6, Sr.). Returning reserves: G/F Kissena Ross (5-5, Jr.); G Carolina Lazano (5-1, Sr.). Newcomers: G Rebecca Ajo (5-3, Jr.); F/G Shyambrya Rivers (5-6, So.); G Natasha Yero (5-4, Fr.). Outlook: Good. A small team that must play an uptempo game. MONSIGNOR PACE Coach: Clyde Glover. 2003-04 record: 14-12. Returning starters: G Tasha Villard (5-6, Sr.); G Jameela Hayes (6-0, Sr.); G Tabitha Turner (6-2, Sr.); F Channing Lamar (5-11, Sr.); C Marquita Adley (6-0, Sr.). Newcomers: F/G Whitney Fields (6-2, Sr.); F/G Yorvania Lightbourn (5-10, So.); C Chelsey Lee (6-3, Fr.). Outlook: Very good. Good speed, size and experience. DISTRICT 14-2A

CORAL SPRINGS CHRISTIAN CRUSADERS Coach: Mark Butler. 2003-04 record: 21-9. Returning starters: C Kassie Sutter (5-11, Sr.); G Megan Von Scherrer (5-7, Sr.); G Corinne Faneul (5-10, So.). Returning reserves: F Hannah Thompson (5-9, Jr.); G Meghan Biss (5-8, Jr.); C Anya Briggs (5-11, Jr.); F Suzette Blanco (5-9, Jr.); G Chelsea Diericky (5-8, So.). Newcomers: G Andrea Troyel (5-7, Fr.); F Mindy Manson (5-9, Fr.); C Stephanie Gonzales (5-8, Fr.); C Ashley Chamberland (5-10, Fr.). Outlook: Good to very good. Most of team returns that made it to regionals. HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN KNIGHTS Coach: Bob Evans. 2003-04 record: 19-7. Returning starters: C Amber Smith (6-0, Jr.); G Lucy Ransan (5-5, So.); G Kelly Fichtner (5-6, So.). Returning reserves: G Lindsay Shein (5-7, So.); G Danielle Giarrusso (5-6, Jr.); F Jessica Discullo (5-7, So.). Newcomers: F Natalie Havens (5-11, Fr.); G Kayla Evans (5-8, Fr.); F Gabby Giarrusso (5-7, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Young team that will take time to develop bench players. HOLLYWOOD CHRISTIAN EAGLES Coach: Gene Harris. 2003-04 record: 14-8. Returning starters: Tacara Parker (5-6, Sr.); F Danielle Bell (5-8, Sr.); F Brittney Lightbourn (5-7, Sr.); F Ruth Brown (5-10, Jr.); F Jessica Strohauer (5-10, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Katie Kelton (5-8, Fr.); G Kleopatra Ruddock (5-7, Fr.). Newcomers: G Taquarius Napier (5-8, So.); G Trameka Foster (5-7, So.); F Shamia Sapp (5-7, Sr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Solid returning players and new coach. PARKWAY ACADEMY PANTHERS Coach: Tamorris Wooten. 2003-04 record: 2-15. Returning starters: F Devorelle Wainwright (Sr.); G Delila Fleary (Jr.); C Rochelle Munroe (So.). Newcomers: G Nabrinique Davis (Jr.); G Shanelle Moody (Jr.); C Shanna Walker (Jr.). Outlook: Fair. Young players with new coach and system. ST. ANDREW’S SCOTS Coach: Cindy Newnam. 2003-04 record: 3-15. Returning starters: F Jessica Frenchman (6-0, Sr.); G Vanessa Brockway (5-8, Sr.); G Julie Galante (5-6, Sr.); G Lauren Musaffi (5-4, Jr.). Returning reserves: F Amiee Krasner (5-9, Sr.); G Ashleigh Tomasello (5-4, Sr.); F Dominique Pupke (5-9, So.); G Ruthie Sacks (5-6, Jr.). Newcomers: F Emily Blum (6-0, Fr.); F Ellie McCutcheon (5-9, Fr.); G Hilary Sacks (5-6, Fr.); G/F Christian Stine (5-7, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Young team that needs to find a scorer. UNIVERSITY SCHOOL SUNS Coach: Anthony Carnaggie. 2003-04 record: 6-19. Returning starters: F Malorie Greenberg (5-5, Jr.); G Jojo Osceola (5-4, Sr.); G Tasha Osceola (5-4, Sr.); C Megan Sichler (6-0, Fr.). Returning reserves: F Rachel Hogan (5-7, Jr.); G Neha Kapila (5-3, 8th); F Nikita Maniar (5-9, Sr.). Newcomers: G Allison Lieber (5-4, So.); G Lindsey Hirr (5-2, So.). Outlook: Good. Key players returning from injury. WESTMINSTER ACADEMY LIONS Coach: Shannon Wallhoff. 2003-04 record: 21-8. Returning starters: C Jessica Lee (6-0, Sr.); G Danielle Turner (5-9, So.). Returning reserves: F Alex Puertas (5-10, So.). Newcomers: G Beth Alexandroff (5-6, Sr.). Outlook: Fair. Lost four seniors to graduation. DISTRICT 14-1A

FORT LAUDERDALE CHRISTIAN CRUSADERS Coach: George Huisman. 2003-04 record: 13-9. Returning starters: C Jessica Greene (5-10, Sr.); F Becky Moccia (5-7, So.); F Chevonie Glanville (5-4, Sr.); G Tara Manchester (5-2, So.); G Rachel Espendez (5-4, 8th). Returning reserves: C Ashley Lorence (6-1, Fr.); F Sydnee Comer (5-7, Fr.); F Christine Sanchez (5-5, So.). Newcomers: G Ryann Kinsey (5-4, 8th). Outlook: Good. Third straight year starters have played together. POSNACK RAMS Coach: Jeff Esters. 2003-04 record: 10-11. Returning starters: C Diana Benlevy (5-10, Sr.); G Jessica Leto (5-4, Sr.); G Sandy Baum (5-3, Sr.); F Melissa Ascher (5-6, Sr.); F Arnit Kobrynrec (5-6, Sr.). Returning reserves: G Danielle Ernst (5-4, Sr.); G Cara Swintelski (5-4, Jr.). Newcomers: G Emily Knopp (5-6, 8th). Outlook: Fair. Team needs to learn to play at next level. SAGEMONT LIONS Coach: Kelly Cockrell. 2003-04 record: 1-14. Returning starters: C Molly Rhoads (5-9, Jr.); F Brenda Stanley (5-6, Sr.); G Alejandra Fernandez (5-5, Jr.); G M.J. Zarate (5-6, Sr.); C Katie Switalski (6-1, Jr.); F Natalia Latanzio (5-5, Sr.); F Alexandra Rangel (5-5, 8th). Newcomers: G Farah Habib (5-6, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. More experience than last year. SHERIDAN HILLS SHARKS Coach: Eric Spee. 2003-04 record: 16-5. Returning starters: C Christine McCall (6-1, Sr.); F Jessica Talpesh (5-8, So.); G Cassi Cortland (5-4, So.). Returning reserves: G Vanessa Reyes (5-1, 8th); G Stacy Werse (5-7, Jr.). Newcomers: G Krystle Young (5-3, Fr.); C Ashley Caycedo (6-0, So.); C Christelle Charles (6-0, Jr.). Outlook: Fair. Not much talent after McCall. UPPERROOM CHRISTIAN SOARING EAGLES Coach: Pastor Butler. 2003-04 record: 9-6. Returning starters: G Juquetta Butler (Jr.); F Brittney Griffin (So.); G Mallory Kent (Jr.); C Jakeria Nobles (Jr.). Returning reserves: F Yasmine Jones (5-10, Jr.). Newcomers: G Tiffney Early (5-5, Sr.). Outlook: Fair to good. Four returning starters from district champs. ZION LUTHERAN LIONS Coach: Todd Von Weyhe. 2003-04 record: 2-21. Returning starters: G Danni Glenn (So.); G Katie Bondi (So.). Returning reserves: G Nikki Guadagnino (Fr.); F Claire Van Staveren (Fr.). Newcomers: F Jessica Christensen (Fr.); G Kristina Buccholz (Fr.); G Ashley Ledbetter (8th); G Erin Bowman (Fr.). Outlook: Poor. Very young and inexperienced. INDEPENDENT

BROWARD CHRISTIAN AMBASSADORS Coach: Calvin Hart. 2003-04 record: 0-6. Returning starters: C/F Sara Shim (6-1, Sr.); G/F Crystal Acosta (5-8, So.); G Kianna Conners (5-5, 7th); C/F Brook Griffy (6-0, So.). Newcomers: F/G Chassidy Walker (5-7, Fr.); F/G Andrea Guterman (5-7, So.); F/G J. Walker (5-5, Jr.). Outlook: Poor. Lack of talent and depth. FLORIDA BIBLE WARRIORS Coach: Floyd Jackson. 2003-04 record: 15-6. Returning starters: C Alexis Hopkinson (5-10, Sr.); F Jessica Smith (5-10, Sr.); G Ashley Chang (5-5, Fr.); G Jaclyn Morrison (5-3, Fr.); F Keisha Jackson (5-6, 8th). Returning reserves: G Jocelyn Martinez (5-8, Fr.); G Kandece McKan (5-6, Fr.). Newcomers: G Jamola Swindle (5-4, Fr.); G Stephanie McHalic (5-3, Fr.). Outlook: Fair. Not much experience. 10 TO WATCH

Melissa Dalembert, Miramar, Jr.

Quortney Gibson, Boyd Anderson, Sr.

Latara King, Coral Springs, Sr.

Danielle Beneby, South Broward, So.

Brittany McGraw, Dillard, Sr.

Virginia Gregoire, Deerfield Beach, Sr.

Blossom Samuels, Fort Lauderdale, Sr.

Charlease Williams, St. Thomas Aquinas, So.

Whitney Harrington, Arch. McCarthy, Sr.

Alexa Likens, American Heritage, Sr.

KEY DATES

Dec. 16-18, 20-22: Kreul Classic

Jan. 14-15: MLK Classic

Feb. 2-5: Big 8 Tournament

Feb. 5: Last regular-season game

Feb. 7-12: District tournaments

Feb. 17: Regional quarterfinals

Feb. 22: Regional semifinals

Feb. 26: Regional finals

March 2-5: FHSAA Finals at Lakeland Center

DEFENDING CHAMPS

Class 6A: Deerfield Beach

Class 5A: Dillard

Class 4A: Orlando Jones

Class 3A: Gulliver Prep

Class 2A: Benjamin

Class 1A: Tallahassee FAMU

PRESEASON POLL

Class 6A-5A-4A

1. Deerfield Beach

2. Dillard

3. South Broward

4. St. Thomas Aquinas

5. Boyd Anderson

6. Miramar

7. Fort Lauderdale

8. Stranahan

9. Coral Springs

10. South Plantation

Class 3A-2A-1A

1. American Heritage

2. Archbishop McCarthy

3. Westminster Academy

4. Coral Springs Christian

5. Upperroom Christian