7th/8th Grade Girls Basketball

Meet the Coaches

  • Head Coach Sarah Balian

    Sarah is entering her second year coaching middle school girls. She was the assistant girls’ Cougar high school coach in 2011-2012 also. Her basketball experience is substantial with a high school record of 100-9 and as a four year starter and record holder for the MSU Bobcats. Teaching rising players to value excellence and to glorify God in all they do are two of her goals this season.

  • Assistant Coach Trish Vannatta

    Trish Vannatta will be the assistant coach for the 7th/8th grade girls basketball team this year. After a couple seasons assisting with the 5th/6th grade team, she’s excited to continue investing in young athletes at the middle school level. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside these girls as they grow in their skills, character, and walk with Christ.

 FAQs

  • We typically practice in Bozeman at Wilson School. Practices are 2-3x a week at the beginning of the season and then 1-2x a week once games start.

    Practices are typically in the evening for two hours.

  • The Cougars play local schools in the area, with the farthest travel typically being Big Sky.

  • Seasons flip-flop with the boys’ team every two years between Nov-Dec or Jan-Feb. In 2025, the girls’ season is in January and February.

Schedule for Winter 2025 (TBA)