Coach: Todd MacArthur (third year)

Last year’s record: 11-8, lost Western C preliminary

Returning letter-winners: Seniors — Zach Steele (5-9 guard), Ethan Squires (5-10 forward); Juniors — Taylor Morang (5-9 guard), Dakota Carter (6-2 forward), Ben Allen (6-2 forward), Matt Sekarak (5-10 guard), Nick Schlosser (5-7 guard); Sophomore — Anthony Owens (6-4 center).

Key loses: Hunter Kilgore (guard), Crispin Banda (forward).

Promising newcomers: Freshmen — Jacob Hickey (5-10 guard), Bennett Brooks (5-9 guard), Garrett Tsouprake (6-2 forward).

Outlook: The Ramblers made a big leap in the MVC last year, going from three to 11 wins. Now, MacArthur is looking for quality and Heal Point value in the victories to get them back to Augusta. The key to doing that is becoming more efficient in the halfcourt offense. The Ramblers are at their best playing hard-nosed defense and getting out in transition. Morang is a three-year starter at point guard. Allen and Carter are tough matchups in the front court. An improved Owens will help them compete on the boards against bigger teams.