Northwest Mississippi Community College women’s basketball takes center stage on this February 5 edition of the Bank First Ranger Hour as host Gary Darby visits with Lady Rangers head coach LaTaryl Williams and standout post player Alorian Story. Coach Williams breaks down a strong start to the season, the value of veteran leadership, and the challenges of MACCC play as Northwest pushes toward the postseason. Story shares what she’s learned as a leader, what it’s like battling double-teams in the paint, and her motivation to “leave it all” in her final season at Northwest—while the conversation also previews a crucial conference matchup with Pearl River at Howard Coliseum in Senatobia.

The episode also celebrates championship success as Davis Hayes, a member of the Northwest Mississippi Community College national champion cheer team, joins the show to recap the unforgettable run at the 2026 UCA/UDA College Nationals in Orlando. Hayes talks about his path from Cleveland, Mississippi, to Northwest, the nerves and tunnel vision that hit just before stepping on stage, and the moment the team realized they had captured the top spot. He also highlights the bond built with teammates, the inspiration that comes from watching elite programs at Nationals, and his next steps—finishing in precision machining/tool and die before cheering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayetteas a Ragin’ Cajun.

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