Rockcastle County finished the season 20–11, capturing back-to-back 47th District Championships and making a strong run in the region tournament. Taylor King Taylor King 5'10" | PG/SG Rockcastle County | 2026 State KY led the Lady Rockets with 19.2 points and 7 rebounds per game while shooting 40% from three-point range and a state-leading 90.8% from the free-throw line. King was named 12th Region Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. She will continue her athletic and academic career at the University of the Cumberlands.

Taylor King Taylor King 5'10" | PG/SG Rockcastle County | 2026 State KY returns as one of the most complete scoring guards in Kentucky. She proved it last season with 44 made threes at a blistering 40 percent clip, 18.8 points per game, nearly 54 percent shooting from the field, and over 83 percent from the free throw line. She even added 6.5 rebounds per night, showing she impacts the game in every area. King and her backcourt partner Macey Spivey form the most experienced and arguably the most talented guard duo in the entire 12th Region. Their sights are set firmly on a trip to Rupp Arena, and they have the firepower to get there!

The University of the Cumberlands commit had a 2024-25 season to remember, leading the Lady Rockets with 18.8 points and 6.5 rebounds per game while capturing the 47th District title and advancing to the 12th Region championship game. She heads into her senior season as the favorite for 12th Region Player of the Year, with Rockcastle County looking like the team to beat.

Taylor possesses good size and a versatile skill set, serving primarily as the lead guard for Rockcastle. She’s tough to stop once she gets downhill in transition, able to absorb contact and still finish through it. Taylor can makes shots from the perimeter and score in the post, showcasing solid footwork and a soft touch around the rim.

Taylor King Taylor King 5'10" | PG/SG Rockcastle County | 2026 State KY played a key role in leading Rockcastle County to a 24-9 record, claiming the 47th District title and helped fuel the Lady Rockets to go on an impressive 13-game win streak before falling in the 12th Region championship game. Taylor averaged 18.8 points per game along with 6.5 rebounds, while showcasing her efficiency with shooting splits of 54/40/83. She finished 30th in scoring and was the 14th best free throw shooter in the state. Taylor earned 1st Team All-Region honors and has committed to play at the University of the Cumberlands.

Taylor King Taylor King 5'10" | PG/SG Rockcastle County | 2026 State KY was the 3rd leading scorer for a Rockcastle County team that finished 21-12 last season. She averaged 13.6 points, 5 rebounds, and had shooting splits of 51/41/76. Taylor has great size, length. She is very versatile and fundamentally sound. She also gets after it on defense and poses a inside-out scoring threat on offense. I see a breakout junior season in the works for her.