When she was 5 years old she knew that she wanted to play basketball.  For Kyleigh Heimsness growing up with three older brothers, she knew that she would have to be a fighter to get the ball. She says her brothers inspired her to play tougher. Since that day she's played ball every year and has blossomed into the starting point guard for the Taylorville girls basketball team.  On Wednesday at 4 PM surrounded by her peers and loved ones, Heimsness committed to play ball for Millikin University. She says that basketball for her has been just something she has loved and treasured. 

Head Coach Hayden Eldred says it has been a privilege to watch her grow as a basketball player. 

Heimsness thanked her parents, AAU Coaches, and all her mentors who helped guide her. 

As far as goals for herself, she says she wants to continue to improve her game.  Heimsness is 21 points away from 1,000 points in her career.  She would become the third active player on the team with 1,000 joining Mazie Fleming and Addison Tarr.