Basketball (Mens)
RAMS BASKETBALL
The GCA boys basketball program continues to build on its long storied success post 2018 State Championship. A fast and intense pace on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball have been a long standing staple for the Rams basketball program. The Rams continue to compete at the highest level of high school boys basketball, most recently claiming a regular season district championship.
Latest News
Cameron Mercer has officially committed to play at the collegiate level. We’re excited to follow Cameron Mercer as he takes the next step with Roane State. Congratulations, Cameron! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and big things are ahead.
Congratulations to Cameron Mercer on being named to the TSWA All-State Team! A well-deserved honor for a great season. Congrats, Cameron!
Marcus Dilligard
Athletic Director & Head Mens Basketball Coach
Marcus Dilligard is the Head Mens Basketball Coach and Athletic Director. The Rams’ coach previously coached boys basketball at Carolina Christian School and then Victory Christian Center School, where he led the team to the NCISAA Class 1A State Championship (2021), the NACA Division 2 National Championship (2020) and the 2018 USA National Prep High School Basketball Championship.
Dilligard transitioned to NAIA Division I basketball at the University of the Cumberlands, where he assisted the team in making their ninth consecutive NAIA National Tournament.
As a player, Coach Dilligard was a four-year starting forward at Furman from 1997-2001. He had a professional basketball career overseas, earning player of the year honors as well as representing Uruguay on its all-star team.