Lady Devils’ Kaylen Rucker signs to play college basketball at Columbia International University

Kaylen Rucker (bottom row, middle) smiles after signing her letter of intent with Columbia International University. Rucker was joined at the table by father Clinton Rucker and mother Kristen P. Simpson, grandmother Gloria Partlow, grandmother Shelia Allen, aunt Karen Partlow Burton, Lady Devils head coach Josh Jones and assistants Donald Bolton and James Allen. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker was a top playoff performer for Elbert County in 2026. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker signs her letter of intent to play basketball at Columbia International University. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker was a perennial starter for Elbert County in 2025-26. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker, her family and coaches applaud after she signs her letter of intent to play basketball at Columbia International University. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker was Elbert's leading scorer in the state title game. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker attacks the basket. (Photo by Bo Underwood)