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LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech volleyball announced the hiring of Kameron Kelley as the Director of Volleyball Operations earlier this month. Kelley, who was a graduate assistant last season, joins the staff after Mikayla Ell was promoted to Assistant Coach. Kelley has spent the last three seasons with volleyball working her way from a student manager […]

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LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech volleyball announced the hiring of Kameron Kelley as the Director of Volleyball Operations earlier this month. Kelley, who was a graduate assistant last season, joins the staff after Mikayla Ell was promoted to Assistant Coach.

Kelley has spent the last three seasons with volleyball working her way from a student manager to graduate assistant and eventually into her new role. Last season, she handled a majority of the travel and operation roles working closely with Ell – who was the director of operations the last two seasons. In those roles she worked very closely with the staff and players to help with practices, game days and with jobs in the office. She has also overseen the managers and helped organize practices and other logistics for teams coming to play in Lubbock.

“I am excited to announce Kameron Kelley as our newest Director of Volleyball Operations,” Graystone said. “Kam has been with us the past several seasons in various roles and is very familiar with Tech Volleyball. She’s such a great fit with our program and will be terrific in the operations role.”

Kelley got both her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Texas Tech.

 



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Three are Academic All-Americans – Stanford Cardinal

STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford’s placed three onto the men’s track and field/cross country Academic All-America team as selected by College Sports Communicators — senior pole vaulter Garrett Brown and sophomore twin distance runners Leo and Lex Young. Brown was named to the second team and the Youngs received third-team recognition. This was the second Academic […]

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STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford’s placed three onto the men’s track and field/cross country Academic All-America team as selected by College Sports Communicators — senior pole vaulter Garrett Brown and sophomore twin distance runners Leo and Lex Young.

Brown was named to the second team and the Youngs received third-team recognition. This was the second Academic All-America honor for Brown and the first for Leo and Lex.

The selections were based on academic performance combined with athletic performance in either cross country, or indoor or outdoor track and field.

Brown, from Carlsbad, California, co-termed in aeronautics and astronautics. Brown is a two-time All-American is a repeat second-team Academic All-American. Brown earned All-Atlantic Coast Conference second-team indoors and was an NCAA West Prelims qualifier outdoors.

Leo Young, a management science and engineering major, earned his first All-America honor by placing 13th in the 1,500 meters at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. He was first-team All-ACC outdoors, placing third at the conference championships.

Lex Young, a sustainable architecture and engineering major, was a two-time All-ACC selection, earning second-team honors outdoors in the 10,000 and second-team indoors in the 5,000. He was an NCAA West Prelims qualifier at both distances outdoors and was the top American underclassman in each race.

Stanford’s men’s cross country and track and field program has earned 32 Academic All-America honors all-time by 25 individuals.

CoSIDA Academic All-America team
Division I Track and Field/Cross Country

Men
Second team
Garrett Brown, Sr., Carlsbad, Calif., 3.72 (undergrad)/3.69 (grad), Aeronautics & Astronautics (U and G)

Third team
Leo Young, So., Camarillo, Calif., 3.70, Management Science and Engineering.
Lex Young, So., Camarillo, Calif., 3.63, Sustainable Architecture and Engineering.

Brown and Leo and Lex Young were selected from those who were named to the CSC Academic All-District teams.

Here is the list of Stanford’s All-District honorees:

Thomas Boyden, Grad.
Garrett Brown, Sr.
Leo Young, So. 
Lex Young, So.
Nolan Topper, Sr.

Here is an all-time list of Stanford’s men’s cross country and track and field Academic All-Americans:

Men
Year, Name, Category, Team
1999: Adam Connolly, At Large, first team
2002: Donald Sage, XC/TF, third team
2004: Adam Tenforde, XC/TF, first team
2007: Russell Brown, XC/TF, third team
2009: Garrett Heath, XC/TF, first team
2011: Chris Derrick, XC/TF, first team
2011: Elliott Heath, XC/TF, first team
2011: Miles Unterreiner, XC/TF, first team
2012: Chris Derrick, XC/TF, first team
2012: Elliott Heath, XC/TF, first team
2012: Miles Unterreiner, XC/TF, first team
2015: Marco Bertolotti, XC/TF, first team
2015: Luke Lefebure, XC/TF, first team
2016: Justin Brinkley, XC/TF, second team
2016: Sean McGorty, XC/TF, second team
2016: Harrison Williams, XC/TF, third team
2018: Tai Dinger, XC/TF, second team
2019: Steven Fahy, XC/TF, second team
2019: Harrison Williams, XC/TF, second team
2022: Charles Hicks, XC/TF, third team
2022: Keyshawn King, XC/TF, third team  
2023: Max McKhann, XC/TF, first team
2023: Ky Robinson, XC/TF, first team
2023: Kevin Yang, XC/TF, first team
2023: Udodi Onwuzurike, XC/TF, second team
2024: Ky Robinson, XC/TF, first team
2024: Kevin Yang, XC/TF, first team
2024: Garrett Brown, XC/TF, second team
2024: Cole Sprout, XC/TF, third team
2025: Garrett Brown, XC/TF, second team
2025: Leo Young, XC/TF, third team
2025: Lex Young, XC/TF, third team



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Tyler Hagstrom Named Head Volleyball Coach

Story Links PHILADELPHIA – Tyler Hagstrom, the reigning Patriot League Coach of the Year after leading Bucknell to its most wins in three decades, has been named the head volleyball coach at Penn.   Hagstrom takes over the Quakers after leading the Bison to a 21-5 record in 2024 including a […]

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PHILADELPHIA – Tyler Hagstrom, the reigning Patriot League Coach of the Year after leading Bucknell to its most wins in three decades, has been named the head volleyball coach at Penn.
 
Hagstrom takes over the Quakers after leading the Bison to a 21-5 record in 2024 including a school-record 13 wins in the Patriot League. He also has the highest winning percentage in Bucknell volleyball history.
 
“We are thrilled to welcome Tyler to University City as our new head volleyball coach,” Alanna Wren, the T. Gibbs Kane, Jr. W’69 Director of Athletics and Recreation said. “Tyler has led winning teams at similar high-academic institutions during his time as a head and assistant coach. Penn volleyball is a team on the rise in the Ivy League, and we are confident that Tyler is the leader to get us to the next step in the program’s evolution.”
 
“I’m incredibly honored and excited to be named the head women’s volleyball coach at the University of Pennsylvania,” Hagstrom said. “Penn is a world-class institution with a proud athletic tradition, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead this program into its next chapter. I want to sincerely thank Athletic Director Alanna Wren and Senior Woman Administrator Rachel Kuperinsky for their trust and support throughout this process, as well as the entire hiring committee at Penn for believing in my vision for the program. Their commitment to building a competitive, student-centered volleyball program aligns perfectly with my own values and goals as a coach.”
 
Hagstrom arrived in Lewisburg, Pa. during the abbreviated 2020-21 season. By his second full season in 2022, Bucknell posted its first winning campaign (15-11) since 2006 and its first appearance in the Patriot League Tournament in more than a decade. In his third year in 2023, the Bison again went 15-11 but their 11-5 record in the Patriot League was the best since 2003 and tied the program mark for most PL wins in a season. Bucknell ranked third nationally in digs per set in 2023.
 
Last year, Bucknell’s 21-5 record marked its best season since 1995, and the 13 Patriot League victories were the most conference wins in school history. The Bison finished second in the league for the second consecutive season, then fell to Army in a five-set match at the Patriot League Tournament. The 2024 team led the league in points, assists, kills, opponent hitting percentage and digs.
 
Hagstrom leaves Bucknell with the highest winning percentage in program history (.551, 59-48) and the only head coach to have a winning record. During his five seasons, he coached ten all-league players, two Patriot League Liberos of the Year, two Patriot League Rookies of the Year, one Patriot League Setter of the Year, and the ECAC Defensive Player of the Year.
 
Prior to his success at Bucknell, Hagstrom spent four seasons at Princeton as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, helping the Tigers to three Ivy League titles and three NCAA Championship appearances. He coached 21 All-Ivy student-athletes, including two Ivy Players of the Year, one Ivy Rookie of the Year and one Ivy Defensive Player of the Year.
 
Hagstrom began his collegiate coaching career at UC Irvine in 2013-15, before serving as an assistant coach at Grand Canyon from 2015-16 including a brief stint as GCU’s interim head coach.
 
The Fountain Valley, California native was a libero on three NAIA national championship teams at California Baptist. He led the national tournament in digs in helping the Lancers to the 2005 NAIA championship and broke the school record for digs in a season.
 
Hagstrom earned his bachelor’s degree in business marketing from Cal Baptist in 2007 and a master’s in coaching and athletic administration from Concordia University in 2020. Hagstrom will be joined in the Philadelphia area by his wife, Nina, and children Dylan, Camila and Lucas.
 

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Chair Walker proud of achievements during his eight years at helm

After completing an eight-year term, Adam Walker steps down as Volleyball England’s Chair of the Board this weekend with a sense of satisfaction and gratitude. Whilst there have been many challenges over this period, these have been far outweighed by the organisation’s many achievements.   Coming into post, he found Volleyball England at a significant crossroads, […]

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After completing an eight-year term, Adam Walker steps down as Volleyball England’s Chair of the Board this weekend with a sense of satisfaction and gratitude.

Whilst there have been many challenges over this period, these have been far outweighed by the organisation’s many achievements.  

Coming into post, he found Volleyball England at a significant crossroads, where its very existence was, in doubt. 

Eight years later, Volleyball England is now acknowledged by the sport’s key stakeholders as an excellently-run national governing body with strong and sustainable business foundations.    

Through the implementation of The Game Plan strategy, the board and staff team have consistently tackled challenges with skill and determination and have incrementally improved almost every aspect of the sport. This programme of transformational change ensures the sport has a bright future.  

Reflecting on his time with Volleyball England, he highlighted the many things he was proud of.  

Walker said: “I’m really proud of our sports growth, particularly the increase in the numbers of junior players. Similarly, I feel very privileged to have watched the Bellow’s win a Commonwealth Games bronze medal in 2022 and witnessed their incredible progression within the world beach rankings 

“ Underlying this, I am thrilled to see how this has provided the catalyst for a significant strengthening in the depth and abilities of our beach players and provided the momentum for the development of new elite beach venues.” 

Additionally, Walker outlined the fantastic strides in competition development, education and training of coaches and officials, and the significant improvements in international relations and standings as significant highlights that he was proud to have played a part in delivering.  

Above and beyond all of these achievements, Walker said one of the things he was most proud of was the development of the VE Hub team. 

‘It’s been a privilege to see a wonderful team achieving fantastic outcomes with minimal resource,” he said.  

“I haven’t always been able to spend as much time as I would like with them, but Charlie (Ford, CEO) and Guin (Batten, Deputy CEO) have always kept me fully updated.”    

“Whilst Walker has undoubtedly played his part in reviving Volleyball England’s fortunes, he was quick to pass much of the credit to those around him. 

“My role was to simply act as the conductor of a world-class orchestra,” he said. “Without the incredible efforts of my fellow board members, the fantastic Hub team and the many hundreds of volunteers, none of the progress we have achieved would have been delivered.  

“I’ve been so lucky to have worked with such brilliant people, who throughout my time have worked so selflessly.” 

When asked why he first looked to get involved with Volleyball England, Walker cited three reasons. The first was his connection to Janet Inman (then CEO). 

“I knew Janet from previous sports development work and had a huge respect for her and equally was inspired by her incredible passion for the sport,” he said. 

Secondly he explained that volleyball was an Olympic sport that he was always compelled to watch as it was incredibly skillful, fast-paced and exciting.  

Walker then added: ‘I’ve always seen volleyball as an amazing sport with incredible potential, not only does it have three very different versions, but it also has a fantastic gender balance and is appealing for all ages’     

Looking at the early years of his term, Walker said: “From the outset there were many fundamental business and governance challenges that urgently needed to be addressed.  

‘It was about saving the organisation in the first instance and we had to make some difficult decisions, including the commencement of a significant organisational restructure. 

“From a financial perspective, we had to rebuild fractured relationships with funding partners, prioritise our resources and negotiate with the tax authorities… you name it we had to do it. 

“Whilst this phase was not always enjoyable, it was the efforts put in during these early days that have facilitated such a strong and well-respected organisation today.” 

Having successfully navigated this initial period Walker, then reflected on more recent years.  

He said: “Having established such a robust organisation we have been able to make great strides in growing and diversifying our revenues, this in turn has enabled us to move from business prudence to innovation and investment.  

“I’m delighted to be handing over to a new Chair where the organisation is in such a good position to press forward. 

“And all of the changes that have been delivered have only been possible because we have had four brilliant CEOs during that time – Janet, Sue Storey, Sam Jamieson and Charlie Ford – all of whom have been incredible leaders for the phases that they have been at the helm… thank you team.”

Charlie Ford, Jake Sheaf, Adam Walker, Boricic, Clare Francis, Steve Tutton, X, Sam Jamieson

When asked about his leadership style, Walker explained that he has consistently focused on a few key principles which he hopes has helped him to earn the respect and trust of his colleagues.  

He said: “I try to be as inclusive as I can. Everyone on the board has a right to contribute, and I have always tried to make sure that they can do that. 

“I have also tried to create a sense of fun because everyone is a volunteer. When you volunteer, you should have the opportunity to enjoy yourself. I haven’t come across to many volunteers that wouldn’t want this.  

“Underpinning that, I have tried to make sure the Board has been strategic, decisive and purpose-driven. I have wanted to make things happen and make decisions, rather than talking about things but not getting them done. 

“I have cared more about our board being respected rather than liked. I have wanted to positively move the sport forward and I believe that as a collaborative group of people we have done that, and done it well.”  

Although his tenure with Volleyball England will soon be at an end, Walker remains Chair of Welsh Cycling, Chair of GB Table Tennis and a trustee on the recently launched England Football Charity. 

Additionally he continues to be at the forefront of strategic development in European football through his business’ longstanding contract with UEFA.   

Nevertheless, he is looking forward to seeing what the future holds in store for volleyball in England.  

“I will really miss the people and sharing the volleyball mission, but as a consolation I get to continue the many friendships I have been able to make,” he said. “ I will now be able to enjoy volleyball as a spectator and have always said to Charlie, the board and the Hub team that I will always be there to help and support if needed.  

“I’ve loved my time and it has been eight great years, but it’s important that someone fresh comes in. It does take a lot of physical and mental energy, and it needs new impetus and creativity to take the next steps.” 

“I think the organisation is in a really good place. The Hub staff are fantastic people who enjoy making volleyball better and the Board is full of highly-skilled and committed people whose collective ambition to improve volleyball is infectious. 

“I want to say a massive thank you to the sport itself because I had spent eight incredible years, nearly 3,000 days in post – a big chunk of my life – and I have really enjoyed it. 

“So thank you and best of luck for the future.” 


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Southern Illinois Volleyball finalized its 2025 coaching staff with the addition of Riley Rabedeaux as a graduate assistant, the program announced Tuesday. Rabedeaux joins the Salukis after a stint at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, where she played her junior and senior seasons as an outside hitter. She led the Mustangs in points and […]

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Southern Illinois Volleyball finalized its 2025 coaching staff with the addition of Riley Rabedeaux as a graduate assistant, the program announced Tuesday.

Rabedeaux joins the Salukis after a stint at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, where she played her junior and senior seasons as an outside hitter. She led the Mustangs in points and kills both seasons, earning herself an All-Lone Star Conference honorable mention in 2024.

Her freshman and sophomore seasons were spent at Adams State University in Alamosa, Colo. She compiled 372 kills during her time and earned All-Academic team honors in both seasons.

A native of Poulsbo, Wash., Rabedeaux attended North Kitsap High School, where she was a three-time letter winner. She starred, earning a first-team All-Conference nod in each season including an All-State honorable mention in 2021. She played with Dakine Volleyball Club in Tacoma and also played tennis and basketball.

Her brothers Beau and Cole Rabedeaux also competed in collegiate athletics. Her brother Beau made 64 appearances (third-most in program history) as a pitcher for the University of Jamestown Jimmies baseball team (NAIA) from 2014-18. Cole played basketball for the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire Blugolds basketball team from 2017-20, setting school records for three-point shots made and attempted during a single season.



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City of Salem Recreation Sand Volleyball & Softball Scores

In Recreation Sand Volleyball last night at Bryan Park, Volleyholics beat Set It & Forget It (21-14, 21-10), Sand Fleas defeated Beach Bouncers (21-14, 21-15) and in three sets it was The Chewblockas beating the Beach Bouncers 914-21, 21-12, 16-14). In Men’s Softball, Eliminators dominated the Pour House 23-9, Iuka State Bank beat the Pour […]

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In Recreation Sand Volleyball last night at Bryan Park, Volleyholics beat Set It & Forget It (21-14, 21-10), Sand Fleas defeated Beach Bouncers (21-14, 21-15) and in three sets it was The Chewblockas beating the Beach Bouncers 914-21, 21-12, 16-14).

In Men’s Softball, Eliminators dominated the Pour House 23-9, Iuka State Bank beat the Pour House 22-2 and Eliminators then beat Bit Brokers 24-8.



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Student table tennis champ heads to World University Games

Before the opening ceremonies of the World University Games, table tennis player Gina Fu ’28 needed to squeeze in extra training – and a bit of financial modeling for her summer internship. Fu, one of Canada’s top table tennis players and a statistics and economics major in the College of Arts and Sciences, is set […]

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Before the opening ceremonies of the World University Games, table tennis player Gina Fu ’28 needed to squeeze in extra training – and a bit of financial modeling for her summer internship.

Fu, one of Canada’s top table tennis players and a statistics and economics major in the College of Arts and Sciences, is set to compete in the 2025 International University Sports Federation Summer World University Games. The table tennis competition kicks off July 17 in Germany. She’ll compete in women’s singles, women’s doubles and women’s teams.

Recognized by the International Olympic Committee, the Summer World University Games bring together student-athletes from around the world to compete every other year. This year, athletes will compete in 18 sports, from 3×3 basketball (including 3×3 wheelchair basketball) to archery and water polo.

“It’s really cool to see how other student athletes balance academics and their sports career,” she said, “This event lets us all come together and celebrate.”

Fu began playing when she was 6 years old, tagging along with her grandparents every weekend to play table tennis at their local community center in Hong Kong. She loved the speed and competitiveness of the sport. It taught her how to handle pressure.

“It’s really fast paced,” she said. “You have so little time to make decisions.”

At 15, Fu moved to Toronto, where she attended high school and joined Canada’s national table tennis team.

She has played in multiple Pan American Championships, and in 2022 she competed against the top 30 players in the world at the Commonwealth Games in the United Kingdom.

At Cornell, she is vice president of the Table Tennis Club. She and the team practice three times a week in Appel Commons Community Center.

The club team grew in popularity and competitiveness this year, Fu said. In April they traveled to the College Table Tennis National Championships in Rockford, Illinois, where the women’s team placed second.

As the spring semester closed, Fu knew she’d likely have the opportunity to play in the University Games, so she lined up an internship she could do remotely.

In the future she hopes to coach kids in table tennis, alongside building a career in banking. “It’s part of my identity, and it always will be,” she said.





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