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The Hidden Struggles of Olympic Aspirations: The Journey of BYU Alum Taylor Sander

Competing in the Olympics is the pinnacle of achievement for many athletes. It represents the culmination of years of relentless training, dedication, and sacrifice. However, the path to the Games is often filled with challenges, both visible and hidden. For Taylor Sander, a BYU alum and accomplished volleyball player, the decision to pursue or step back from Olympic dreams highlights the often-overlooked complexities athletes face.
By Bailey Bushman
July 14, 2024 12:00 AM
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BYU men’s volleyball gears up for intense showdown against USC

The BYU men’s volleyball team is poised for a pivotal weekend series against USC at USC, marking the final regular-season games before the much-anticipated MPSF Tournament. With both teams eyeing postseason glory, this matchup promises to be a thrilling display of athleticism, strategy, and determination.
By Bailey Bushman
April 04, 2024 12:00 AM
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BYU's Men's Volleyball Dominates Weekend Series Against Concordia University Irvine

No. 7 BYU's excitement surged as they clinched back-to-back victories in convincing style against Concordia University Irvine (CUI) at the Smith Fieldhouse this past weekend amidst a month-long hiatus since their last home game on February 24th, where they split a series with reigning national champion UCLA.
By Bailey Bushman
March 31, 2024 12:00 AM
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BYU men’s volleyball off to a good start in season with high expectations

BYU men’s volleyball off to promising start in season with high expectations
By Andrew Franklin
January 18, 2024 12:00 AM
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Second round exit leaves BYU women’s volleyball pondering on first year in Big 12

BYU Women’s Vollleyball invited the Sundevils of Arizona St. into the Smith Fieldhouse on Dec 2.
By Jack Feldman
December 06, 2023 12:00 AM
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No. 18 BYU women's volleyball's Thursday match vs. Pacific declared a forfeit due to player concerns over fan behavior

By Alexander Tumalip
November 7, 2022
No. 18 BYU women's volleyball's Thursday match vs. Pacific declared a forfeit due to player concerns over fan behavior
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No. 17 BYU women's volleyball rides Taylor's career day to survive Halloween scare in sweep over Portland

By Alexander Tumalip
October 31, 2022
No. 17 BYU women's volleyball rides Taylor's career day to survive Halloween scare in sweep over Portland
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Career highs lead No. 17 BYU women’s volleyball to sweep Gonzaga 3-0

By Caroline Hatch
October 29, 2022
Career highs lead No. 17 BYU women’s volleyball to sweep Gonzaga 3-0
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No. 14 BYU women's volleyball shakes off slow start to sweep Santa Clara

By Alexander Tumalip
October 10, 2022
No. 14 BYU women's volleyball shakes off slow start to sweep Santa Clara
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No. 14 BYU women’s volleyball takes 3-0 victory over USF

By Caroline Hatch
October 10, 2022
No. 14 BYU women’s volleyball takes 3-0 victory over USF
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No. 16 BYU women's volleyball hands Heather Olmstead win number 200 in four-set victory over No. 17 Pepperdine

By Alexander Tumalip
September 27, 2022
BYU women's volleyball coach Heather Olmstead took the game ball from senior setter Whitney Bower and acknowledged the fans at the Smith Fieldhouse in celebration of her 200th win at BYU.
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No. 16 BYU women’s volleyball sweeps LMU

By Caroline Hatch
September 23, 2022
BYU women's volleyball commanded all the attention Thursday night as they dominated LMU in three sets at the Smith Fieldhouse.
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BYU women's volleyball using assertiveness on and off the court to guide them throughout WCC farewell tour

By Alexander Tumalip
September 22, 2022
BYU women's volleyball using assertiveness on and off the court to guide them throughout WCC farewell tour
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BYU women's volleyball sweeps Utah Valley in Crosstown Clash

By Alexander Tumalip
September 18, 2022
BYU women's volleyball head coach Heather Olmstead smiled and laughed when she was asked if the football team's loss to No. 25 Oregon Saturday provided her team extra motivation for its annual Crosstown Clash against Utah Valley.
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BYU women’s volleyball snaps 30-match home win streak in four set loss to Pitt

By Alexander Tumalip
September 4, 2022
BYU women’s volleyball snaps 30-match home win streak in four set loss to Pitt
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BYU women's volleyball bests Cincinnati in four set battle

By Caroline Hatch
September 3, 2022
BYU women's volleyball posted another impressive win in defeating the Cincinnati Bearcats in four sets at the Smith Fieldhouse Friday night.
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BYU volleyball stars Gneiting, Livingston earn spots on Collegiate National Team

By Elisabeth Ahlstrom
April 1, 2022
BYU volleyball stars Gneiting, Livingston earn spots on Collegiate National Team
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