Hively is a graduate of West Lincoln High School and a former NC 2A All-State Selection.

Katie Hively signs her National Letter of Intent to play softball at Cleveland Community College. Seated with Katie are Yetis Assistant Softball Coach Kaylee Wacaster and Head Coach Ronald Beaver. Back row is CCC Athletic Director Chris Nanney. Hively is a graduate of West Lincoln High School and a former NC 2A All-State Selection.