01 Feb 2025 Karlee Perkins – Nemo Vista (501 Basketball Team 2025)

For Nemo Vista senior forward Karlee Perkins, her love of basketball is rooted in competition and teamwork. “I’ve been playing since elementary pee wee, and the aspect of competing always drew me into the sport,” she said.

Known for her accurate 3-point shooting, Perkins has become a key player for her team. Nemo Vista Head Coach Corey Collins praised her consistency and leadership. 

“Karlee is a very good 3-point shooter,” he said. “She has had several games over the last few years of making three to four 3’s in a game and even multiple games with five 3’s.”

Collins also highlighted her growth off the court. “Karlee is a very goal-oriented student-athlete. She has taken key roles in being a leader through clubs and organizations at school,” he said. “She works towards her goals with focus and attention to detail.”

Despite the challenges of being part of a smaller team, Perkins remains optimistic. “

Being a smaller team with younger starters comes with challenges, but we face it with diligence and work hard the next practice to fix the kinks,” she said.  

She has her sights set high for her final season. “I want to rise above expectations and make it to the state tournament,” she said.

Off the court, Perkins is a standout leader, involved in clubs like Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Beta, and she teaches lessons to younger athletes. 

After high school, she plans to attend Arkansas Tech University to major in elementary education.