Cetera DeGraffenreid's playing career is behind her, but the honors are not.
DeGraffenreid, a standout player at Smoky Mountain High School in Sylva, N.C., before going on to four years as a starter for the UNC women's basketball team, has been named to the North State Journal's 100 in 100 list, recognizing "the best athlete from each of North Carolina's 100 counties."
To read about DeGraffenreid, the Jackson County honoree, click here.
"It is a tremendous honor to represent Jackson County," DeGraffenreid said. "There are many great athletes that have come from our county, that have gone on to play in the NFL, MLB and for other professional teams, so to be recognized amongst this group is truly special.