Although she could not hear the applause pouring from the bleachers behind her as she trotted to the opposite end of the court, as Zanarea Barber — known simply as 'Z' to her teammates — turned to set up on defense, she saw the celebratory commotion along the Hixson sideline, causing a wide smile to overtake her face. Read her story at the link in our bio. Staff photos by Matt Hamilton Photo 1 & 6 / Hixson High's Zanarea Barber shoots a free throw Feb. 4, 2025, during a game against Chattanooga Central at Hixson High School. Photo 2 / Hixson coach Madison Rogers and teammates cheer in sign after Zanarea Barber scored. Photo 3 / Hixson High's Zanarea Barber waits at the scorer's table. Photo 4 / Hixson's Abby Kaylor communicates the offensive scheme to Zanarea Barber. Photo 5 / Hixson's Drea Collier (2) lines Zanarea Barber up to shoot a free throw. #basketball #hixson #chattanooga #tennessee #signlanguage #team #sports #hamiltoncounty