Kiera McCarles joined the Rhode Island coaching staff as a student assistant before the start of the 2026 season.
A two-year captain for Rhode Island, McCarles played for the Rams and head coach Ryan Sullivan from 2024-26. In 51 career matches at URI, McCarles recorded 761 assists, 241 digs and 47 service aces. She transferred to URI after beginning her career at Mercer. Over the course of her career, McCarles recorded 2,551 assists, 603 digs and 106 service aces.
In addition to her playing career, McCarles coached for three years with the Burloak Beach Volleyball program in Burlington, Ontario.
She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology in the Spring of 2026. While completing her degree, she also was an academic advising intern with the URI Student-Athlete Academic Advising Center. In that role, she provided guidance and support to student-athletes in time management, course scheduling and strategies for balancing athletic commitments with academic responsibilities.
updated 8/4/2026
