2025 (Sophomore at King): In his second season with King, Barkley appeared in 18 matches and 65 sets, ranking second on the team in both kills (178) and points (200.0). He also added 11 assists, nine service aces, 85 digs, and 21 blocks while hitting .157 on the season. Barkley recorded nine matches with at least 10 kills, including a season-high 20 in a win over Emmanuel (2/21/25). He also posted his first career double-double with 14 kills and 10 digs against Reinhardt (3/7/25).
-Â Â Conference Carolinas Men's Volleyball Player of the Week (1/27/26)
2024 (Freshman at King): As a freshman, Barkley appeared in 16 matches and 35 sets, totaling 26 kills, seven assists, four service aces, 24 digs, and four blocks for 55.5 points. He made his collegiate debut against Penn State (1/13/24) and recorded his first career kill against Tusculum (1/18/24), finishing that match with 10 kills and a season-high six digs. His season-high in kills came against Talladega (3/16/24), where he recorded 16 kills on 22 attempts with just two errors, hitting .636.
-Â Â Conference Carolinas Men's Volleyball Player of the Week (3/18/24)
Personal: Alex Barkley is from Mooresville, Indiana, and attended Roncalli High School, where he played for the Royals. He is the son of Nic and Mo Barkley and has a brother, Andrew. Barkley excelled both academically and athletically, earning National Honor Society recognition while competing in varsity men’s volleyball.
During his high school career, Barkley was a two-time Indiana State Champion, a two-time First Team All-State selection, and a two-time State All-Tournament Team honoree. He was named Co-MVP in 2023, earned AVCA Team recognition, and finished second in school history in career kills. At the club level, he was named a 2022 USAV All-Star and earned All-Tournament Team honors.
Barkley continued his career at King University from 2023–2025, where he earned three Delta Blues Player of the Week honors before transferring to Quincy University. Outside of athletics, he enjoys volleyball, working out, golfing, cooking, and hiking. His favorite athlete is Micah Ma?a, and he is a fan of the Indiana Hoosiers.
