West Point hires Vinemont coach for girls varsity basketball

Emme Willoughby takes over the Warriors' program after leading Vinemont

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:59am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a high school girls basketball game, with sharp planes of navy, green, and red overlapping to create a dynamic, fragmented visual.A new coach aims to lead West Point High School's girls basketball program to new heights.West Point Today

West Point High School in Alabama has hired Emme Willoughby as the new head coach of their varsity girls basketball team. Willoughby previously served as the varsity girls basketball coach at nearby Vinemont High School.

Why it matters

This move represents an opportunity for Willoughby to take on a new challenge at the varsity level and continue developing young female athletes in the local community. West Point is hoping Willoughby can build on the program's recent success and lead the Warriors to even greater heights.

The details

Willoughby has been the varsity girls basketball coach at Vinemont High School for the past three seasons. During her tenure, she led the Eagles to a 42-28 record and two playoff appearances. West Point administrators were impressed by Willoughby's ability to quickly turn around the Vinemont program and believe she can bring that same energy and expertise to their team.

  • Willoughby was hired as West Point's new varsity girls basketball coach on April 5, 2026.

The players

Emme Willoughby

Willoughby is an experienced high school basketball coach who previously led the varsity girls team at Vinemont High School.

West Point High School

A public high school located in West Point, Alabama that competes in the state's varsity girls basketball league.

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The takeaway

This coaching change represents an opportunity for Willoughby to take on a new challenge and continue developing young female athletes in the local community. West Point is hoping she can build on the program's recent success and lead the Warriors to even greater heights on the court.