Will Alexander Signs to Play Basketball With Alice Lloyd College

Will Alexander signs a letter of intent with Alice Lloyd College with his father, Brian Alexander, ALC Recruiter Brian Tackett, and mother, Tyra Alexander.

Darren Doyle, story and photo:
Today, Edmonson County senior Will Alexander signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Alice Lloyd College, located in Pippa Passes, KY.

Will was joined by his father, Brian Alexander, his mother, Tyra Alexander, and Alice Lloyd recruiter Brian Tackett in the ECHS auditorium for the signing.

ECHS Athletic Director Kyle Pierce welcomed everyone to today's event and spoke of Will.

"I can still remember Will as a little-bitty guy, coming around the courts and the ball fields. It seems he always had a ball in his hand and was playing something sports-related," Pierce said. "I'm thankful that he's grown up not only to be a good athlete, but a good student."

Coach Pierce then introduced ECHS Wildcat Head Coach Trey Tinsley to speak of Will.

"Looking at Will's high school career the last two years, he's hit 135 threes and close to 40% from three," Tinsley said. "The best thing about Will in the big game, he wasn't scared to shoot the big shot."

Tinsley recapped some of the big games where Will delivered and then introduced former head coach Brad Johnson.

"He played his best when it mattered the most," Johnson said of Will. "All players aren't like that. A lot of players are kind of scared of the moment, but Will was not scared of the moment."

Alice Lloyd recruiter Brian Tackett discussed Will's work ethic, his character, and other attributes, as well as the community pride shown and felt in Edmonson County. He also delivered a statement from Scott Cornett, head basketball coach who also serves at head baseball coach, who was unable to attend.

"We are excited to have Will in our program," Coach Cornett's statement read. "We love having great kids that come from wonderful families that play basketball at a high level. He'll be a great addition to our program and I can't wait to coach him."

Will then took the podium and thanked everyone for their support.

"I want to thank God for giving me all the opportunities I've had in my life," he said. He then thanked his parents, coaches, and friends.

He then signed his letter of intent to play for the Eagles. Will finished the season with an average of 12ppg and 3rpg.