Alabama Volleyball Inks Three on National Signing Day
11/13/2024 4:21:00 PM | Volleyball
The trio will join the Crimson Tide for the 2025 season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Three high school volleyball seniors made their commitment official Wednesday, as Laney Hennessee, Maggie Kyriakides and Ryelle Rondo are officially set to join Alabama volleyball for the 2025 season.
"I am excited to welcome Laney Hennessee, Maggie Kyriakides and Ryelle Rondo to our Bama family," UA head coach Rashinda Reed said. "Each player brings and incredible blend of competitiveness, skill and an undeniable love for the game. Laney's court vision and leadership sets her apart, Maggie's relentless work ethic and versatility makes her a dominant presence and Ryelle is an absolute firecracker on the court, a big spark who energizes everyone around her with her dynamic play and fearless enthusiasm.
"They are not only exceptional athletes but also individuals who embody the values of our program. Their drive to succeed and commitment to grow will undoubtedly raise the bar for our team. We can't wait to see the impact they'll have, both on and off the court."
Roll Tide Laney!??Welcome Home!#NationalSigningDay #RollTide pic.twitter.com/jObkkvNl7E
— Alabama Volleyball (@AlabamaVBall) November 13, 2024
Laney Hennessee (5'11" – Outside Hitter – Wimberley, Texas – Wimberley High School – Austin Performance)
- American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American watch list (2024)
- Austin Sports Journal Player of the Week (2024)
- Austin Metro First Team (2024)
- Texas HS Coaches Association Volleyball Super Elite Team (2023)
- District 27-4A Offensive Player of the Year (2023)
- All-State
- Academic All-District
- 1500+ kills
- First Team All-District
From Laney Hennessee
"I am beyond excited to start the next chapter of my life playing volleyball at the University of Alabama! I am so grateful to be part of such an amazing program that takes pride in striving for excellence through discipline, determination and hard work. During my official visit, I saw that the University of Alabama offers all of that and much more! On top of getting that winning feeling walking onto the Alabama campus, I felt so welcomed by all of the coaches, staff members and the girls on the team. I am pumped to see what this team will become in the next few years, and I can't wait to get started! Roll Tide!"
Officially official!??Welcome home Maggie!@MaggieKyriakid2 #NationalSigningDay #RollTide pic.twitter.com/vqRV58Ap3q
— Alabama Volleyball (@AlabamaVBall) November 13, 2024
Maggie Kyriakides (6'1" – Outside Hitter – Pooler, Ga. – Savannah Christian Preparatory – OTVA)
- American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American watch list (2024)
- Area 3-A Player of the Year (2024)
- All-State Team / Senior All-Star (2024)
- Greater Savannah Area Volleyball Player of the Year (2024)
- High School Kill Record Holder (2024)
- High School Athlete of the Month (August 2024)
- 3AAA Player of the Year (2023)
- Under Armour Next Athlete (2023)
- GVCA All-State Team (2023)
- American Volleyball Coaches Association Phenom Watch List (2023)
- Coastal Empire High School Volleyball Player of the Year nominee (2023)
- Greater Savannah Fall Sports Athlete of the Week (September 2023)
- High School MVP (2023)
- Region 3AAA First Team (2022)
- Coastal Empire High School Girls Volleyball Player of the Year nominee (2022)
- High School MVP (2023)
- Region 3AAA 2nd Team (2021)
From Maggie Kyriakides
"I am beyond excited to join the Bama Family and I can't wait to be with my teammates. I am so honored to have the opportunity to play at the next level. Roll Tide!"
She's rolling with the Tide!??Welcome home Ryelle!#NationalSigningDay #RollTide pic.twitter.com/bcUyuGpM7D
— Alabama Volleyball (@AlabamaVBall) November 13, 2024
Ryelle Rondo (5'7" – Libero/Defensive Specialist – Louisville, KY. – Kentucky Coutry Day School – KIVA)
- All-District MVP (2024)
- All A Classic MVP (2024)
- All-Stars Nominee (2023)
- Coaches Award (2023)
- All-A MVP (2022)
- Under Armour Next Athlete
- Daughter of two-time NBA champion Rajon Rondo
From Ryelle Rondo
"If I was going to be away from my family, I wanted to go to a place that felt like home and Alabama just feels like home. From the students to the community and the coaches, everything felt like family from the moment I set foot in T-Town. Plus, Alabama is where legends are made...so of course I belong here!"
