Newton's Isabelle Rawlins Signs To Play Volleyball at Marshalltown Community College

Rawlins plans to study Secondary Education and follow in her mother's footsteps as a teacher and coach.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Newton senior Isabelle Rawlins has signed to play volleyball at Marshalltown Community College. Rawlins says she considered attending some other colleges, but looks forward to being part of a revamped Tiger program. She plans to study Secondary Education to become a middle or high school teacher and coach.

Why it matters

Rawlins' decision to attend Marshalltown Community College and pursue a career in education highlights the importance of student-athletes finding the right fit for their academic and athletic goals. Her story showcases how high school sports can inspire future career paths.

The details

Rawlins had over 2,000 assists in her high school career at Newton, where she started all 26 matches this past season and had a kill efficiency of .429. She says she liked the coaches and staff at Marshalltown and the educational opportunities the school offered.

  • Rawlins moved to Newton in 2024 for her junior year.
  • This past season, Rawlins had 513 assists for the Newton Cardinals.

The players

Isabelle Rawlins

A Newton senior who has signed to play volleyball at Marshalltown Community College, where she plans to study Secondary Education to become a middle or high school teacher and coach.

Rawlins' mother

A teacher who has inspired Isabelle to follow in her footsteps.

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What they’re saying

“I liked what they offered me at Marshalltown. I like the coaches. The staff treated me well after the visit. I love the school.”

— Isabelle Rawlins (kniakrls.com)

The takeaway

Rawlins' decision to attend Marshalltown Community College and pursue a career in education demonstrates how high school sports can inspire students to find their true passions and career paths. Her story highlights the importance of student-athletes finding the right fit for their academic and athletic goals.