Kylie Rhine, Liberal | Prep Girls Hoops

Kylie Rhine

Class: 2026
Position: SG/PG
Height: 5'8"
School: Liberal
Club Team: Western Kansas Elite

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How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

I love to play aggressively on defense and locking down my opponent. I love to shoot the ball but I also love passing it to a teammate for the easier bucket for the assist.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

I'm a team-player and am very competitive and those who know me know that I take my job as a member of the team very seriously. I would rather take the negative heat from coaches so that my teammates don't have to. My favorite place is in the gym working on my game and reflecting on things I have been trained to do.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

I am a part of our high school's athletic training class called "Red Med." I received my Certified Nursing Assistant certification at the end of my sophomore year (currently a junior) so my expertise helps a lot with athletes' injuries. I was part of the Seward County Historical Society as a "Dorothy Gale" tour guide since I was 13 but had to step aside so I could play AAU basketball.

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I have learned through bad leadership how to lead from the front and the do's and don'ts of how a team operates. I have learned that you have to listen first then respond if necessary. Sometimes having the last word is not the best idea. I like to lead by example both on and off the court and hold others accountable too.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

I've had several personal challenges (non-basketball related) that messed with my mental game. I have also had a few injuries that I was unaware of, including a lumbar injury from a charge I took, that affected my game play and my game time. We also lost a coach at the beginning of my sophomore season due to inappropriate reasons and it was never addressed to the team.

What type of college are you looking for?

I am looking for a college that help me meet my educational goals and let me play basketball for them, too. I want a school with a great environment and education standards who will hold me accountable as a student first.