Wesley Branch/The Clayton Tribune. Rabun County High School head football coach Rance Gillespie smiles while chatting with rising senior linebacker JK Fruster during the Wildcats’ spring football practice on May 5. Gillespie is entering his second season as the head coach of RCHS, where he played in the 1980s.
Wesley Branch/The Clayton Tribune.Rabun County rising sophomore quarterback Cooper Kowalsky releases the ball downfield during Rabun County’s spring football practice on May 5 at Rabun County High School. Kowalsky is slated to be the starting QB for the Wildcats in 2026 after backing up senior Ty Truelove last season.
Wesley Branch/The Clayton Tribune. New Rabun County defensive coordinator Luke Coleman directs the Wildcat defense during Rabun County’s spring football practice on May 5 at Rabun County High School. Coleman was hired in January to lead the defense and program’s strength and conditioning program.
Wesley Branch/The Clayton Tribune. Rabun County special teams coordinator, tight ends coach and director of football operations Jake Boldin works with Rabun County football players during RCHS’ spring practice on May 5. Boldin was hired in January to replace Ty Maxwell, who will begin a new role as assistant principal in July.
TIGER – While football season is still a few months away and the anticipation may make it feel even longer, Rabun County High School already is beginning its preparation to return the gridiron fo...

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