Kennedy Crider’s volleyball journey began at age nine with YMCA volleyball and quickly grew
into a passion that would shape her future. She began her club career with SA Magic Volleyball
and continued developing her game through years of competition, dedication, and hard work.
That journey led her to become a four-year varsity letterman for the Reagan Rattlers and
ultimately earn the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Division I level.
Reagan Volleyball’s Kennedy Crider officially signed her Letter of Commitment to continue her
academic and athletic career at East Carolina University, an NCAA Division I program
competing in the American Athletic Conference. She is excited to begin this next chapter as an
ECU Pirate. Go Pirates!
During her four years at Reagan, Kennedy helped the Rattlers capture three District
Championships and three Bi-District Championships, along with an Area Championship and a
Regional Quarterfinalist appearance. Her individual accomplishments reflect her growth and
impact on the program throughout her high school career.
Kennedy’s freshman season marked the beginning of an impressive high school career. She
earned AVCA Phenom Watch List recognition, District 28-6A Honorable Mention, a San
Antonio Express-News Game Ball, and Reagan Volleyball’s Most Blocks award.
By her sophomore year, Kennedy continued to elevate her game, earning AVCA Phenom Watch
List and AVCA All-Region honors, District 28-6A First Team All-District recognition, and San
Antonio Express-News Player of the Week.
Her junior season was a defining year, highlighted by reaching 1,000 career kills. Kennedy
earned AVCA All-American and All-Region honors, District 28-6A MVP and First Team All-
District, TGCA All-State and All-Star Team selections, San Antonio Express-News Super Team
and All-Area 6A honors, and Reagan Volleyball’s 2025-2026 Offensive Player of the Season.
As a senior, Kennedy continued to make her mark on the court, earning San Antonio Express-
News Player to Watch recognition, selection to the AVCA All-American Watch List, Fraulein
Volleyball All-Tournament Team honors, the AVCA Best & Brightest Award, and most recently,
AVCA All-Region team. Her senior season has been another strong chapter in her Reagan career,
highlighted by her continued impact on the court and recognition among the area’s top players.
Kennedy’ club volleyball journey included SA Magic Volleyball, Alamo Volleyball, and Austin
Performance Volleyball. During her sophomore year, her Austin Performance team captured the
Girls Junior National 16U Championship, adding another milestone to her years of competitive
volleyball.
From her first days playing YMCA volleyball to four successful years at Reagan, Kennedy’s
journey reflects the dedication and determination it takes to reach the next level. As she heads to
East Carolina University, she carries with her the memories, experiences, and friendships made
along the way. Her Reagan family looks forward to watching her continue her journey in
Greenville, North Carolina, as an ECU Pirate.
Congratulations, Kennedy! Your family, friends, teammates, and Reagan Volleyball family are
incredibly proud of you!
You can follow Kennedy’s journey next year @ecuvb.
#ECUVB #ECUVolleyball #GoPirates #OnceARattlerAlwaysARattler
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