Hokie ClubSears, a 5’9 Guard from Boone, N.C. is a four-star prospect and ranked 87 overall by ESPN HoopGurlz. She is 72nd in 247sports’ rankings amongst the class of 2025.
She was a NCBCA First Team All-State pick as a junior in 2023-24 after averaging 30.6 points, 11 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game in the postseason. A three-time conference player of the year at Watauga High School, she had a 38-point performance in the state semifinals. Sears is the No. 2 overall prospect in the state, according to Prep Girls Hoops.
“Hokie Nation is going to love Kate’s game,” Duffy said. “She’s a fierce competitor and a relentless worker. Kate has shown the ability to will her team to win with her playmaking and scoring ability.”