McCoy attended the University of Tennessee where she earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Journalism.

She won the Pepsi Best of the Preps title, presented by the Commercial Appeal at the Germantown Performing Arts Center, in 2013, 2014, and 2015.

McCoy's decision to represent Liberia allowed her to compete at more highly ranked competitions and gain international experience.

She is known for her creativity in creating fashionable track competition outfits using pieces from Rihanna's athletic and lounge wear brand, Savage X Fenty.

McCoy's innovative designs caught the attention of Savage X Fenty, who admired her creativity and appointed her as a brand ambassador.