Penn State New Kensington Men's Basketball

Art McCray played on the New Kensington basketball team under the leadership of Coach Holzshu, attended the campus from 1994 to 1997, where he earned his associate degree in letters, arts and sciences, before going on to earn a bachelors degree in rehabilitation services from Penn State and later a masters degree in sports management from American Public University.  A graduate of Chartiers Valley High School, McCray was an integral member of the winning New Kensington basketball team during his time at the campus. He led the team in rebounds and blocked shots for the 1995-96 and 1996-97 seasons. His defensive skills and commitment to the team helped them secure several championships including the Commonwealth Campus Athletic Conference West Regional Championship, Conference State Co-Championship, National Junior College Athletic Association Men's Division III District 5 Championship, and the Region 20 Championship. McCray was also part of the elite 8 New Kensington team at the National Junior College Athletic Association National Championship tournament.  McCray's commitment to the University and New Kensington campus has gone beyond his time as a student. He has served as the head men's coach, assistant men's coach and currently works as an Admissions Officer and Student Athlete Graduate and Excel (SAGE) program coordinator and retention specialist for student-athletes at the campus.