Smith-Cotton High School senior Isabelle Lyles has accepted an athletic scholarship to play volleyball at Missouri Valley College in Marshall.

Lyles was a four-year varsity letter winner for the Smith-Cotton volleyball team, earning Second Team All-Conference and Second Team All-District honors. She was the Lady Tigers’ team captain for two seasons. She also played for Central Elite Volleyball Club and was coached by Hannah Summitt. Her S-C activities and honors include serving as Senior Class Queen, being a member of National Honor Society and the A Honor Roll, earning an academic letter, and being president of the Teen Activist Club.

“Isabelle has grown from a consistent, no-error player as a freshman to a hardworking go-to player in high school to finish the play,” Smith-Cotton volleyball head coach Diane Shipley said. “She isn’t only a great all-around volleyball player, but a great leader, student athlete, person, and teammate. She will be a great asset to MO-Valley volleyball and the school. Smith-Cotton will miss her.”

Missouri Valley Volleyball Head Coach Brett Holt sees Lyles having an impact right away.

“I think she is going to bring a lot of hard work and dedication,” Holt said. “On the skills side, she is going to be able to compete right away as an incoming freshman for a varsity spot based on her skill set: defense, serve/receive, and just overall court awareness.”

While Lyles excels on the court, Holt said her strengths in academics and activities were important, as well.