Kamorea “KK” Arnold is a talented guard for the University of Connecticut (UConn) women’s basketball team. Standing 5 feet 9 inches tall, she hails from Germantown, Wisconsin. As a freshman during the 2023-2024 season, Arnold played in all 39 games, starting 33. She averaged 8.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 2.3 steals per game, leading the team with 90 steals.
Her performance earned her six BIG EAST Freshman of the Week honors. Notably, she scored 14 points, with five assists and five steals in the NCAA Final Four against Iowa.
In the 2024-2025 season, Arnold continued to excel. She appeared in 31 games, starting 70, and averaged 5.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. Her field goal percentage stood at 45.9%.
Beyond her collegiate achievements, Arnold has represented the United States on the international stage. As a member of the USA U16 National Team in 2021, she averaged 5.6 points and 2.0 rebounds per game, contributing to the team’s perfect 6-0 record and gold medal at the FIBA Americas U16 Championship. She also secured gold at the 2022 FIBA 3×3 U18 World Cup.
Off the court, Arnold maintains an active presence on social media, particularly Instagram, where she has amassed over 161,000 followers. Her handle is @kamoreaarnold, and she can be contacted for inquiries at teamkkarnold@gmail.com.
As of March 24, 2025, Arnold and the UConn Huskies are preparing for the NCAA Sweet Sixteen, with their next game scheduled against Oklahoma on March 29, 2025.
For a glimpse into Arnold’s dynamic personality and her rapport with teammates, here’s a lighthearted moment featuring her and fellow UConn player Paige Bueckers: