08 Feb 2023 Carly Madar – Cabot (501 Basketball Team 2023)

After a torn ACL took her away from the game she loved during last year’s Class 6A state tournament, Cabot High School senior guard Carly Madar found a new way to lead her team to victory.

“My injury has taught me patience and how to lead from the sidelines,” Madar said. “I have also learned how to encourage others, even when I’m not feeling my best.” 

As the wins roll in for Cabot this season Madar continues to focus on her recovery, with hopes of returning when her team needs her the most.

“My personal goal is to get back on the floor and push myself to play like I did before my injury,” Madar said. “I have spent the last nine months working as hard as I can in physical therapy so I can come back for conference games.”

“Carly’s integrity is what sets her apart from most her age,” Cabot head coach Jay Cook said. “She is never concerned about who receives the credit. She just wants her team to be successful and will do whatever it takes to ensure that happens.”

With the postseason on the horizon, Madar is confident that the Lady Panthers have what it takes to make history.

“I want us to make it further than we did last year,” Madar said. “Obviously, a championship would be amazing, especially in the competitive Class 6A Central conference. As long as we play with and for each other, our season will be a success.”