FAYETTEVILLE, Ala. – Kenleigh McArthur is taking the next step in her volleyball career after signing her letter of intent on Tuesday, Nov. 10, to continue playing collegiately at Coastal Alabama Community College.
The Fayetteville Lady Wolves standout leaves behind a distinguished high school career highlighted by being named the Alabama High School Volleyball Coaches Association Class 1A Volleyball Player of the Year in 2024.
A libero, McArthur has made her mark both on and off the court, earning the respect of teammates and coaches through her athletic ability and leadership.
“Kenleigh is a high-caliber person. Not just a great athlete, but she’s going to go far in life,” Fayetteville High School Athletic Director John Limbaugh said.
For McArthur’s mother and high school coach, Ginger McArthur, coaching her daughter was an experience unlike any other.
“It’s a very unique experience, but it’s one that I will always hold close to my heart because she was so much of a leader on the team,” Ginger McArthur said. “She kind of helped me and pushed me to be a better coach.”
The recruiting process gave McArthur several options, including Spartanburg Methodist College in South Carolina, where she would have had the opportunity to compete in both beach and indoor volleyball.
Ultimately, Coastal Alabama stood out because of the relationships she developed with the coaching staff. Coach Delaney, who has been with the program for a long time, played an especially important role in McArthur’s decision. Delaney has also established goals for McArthur as she prepares for her freshman season.
“I’m super excited because it shows me that hard work really does pay off,” McArthur said.
With her high school career complete, McArthur now looks forward to a new chapter at Coastal Alabama Community College.
