The Big Ten hosted the first ever volleyball-specific Media Days Monday and Tuesday. All 14 conference teams were represented by their head coaches and two players and spoke in front of national and local media alike.
Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield, preseason All-Big Ten middle blocker Anna Smrek and preseason All-Big Ten outside hitter Sarah Franklin spoke about the expectations for the upcoming season, the growth of the game, and just how competitive the Badgers’ gym is. Here are some of the highlights from media day.
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Sheffield happy for exposure for the players and sport
Most coaches and players described the thrill of being all together in front of the media in the first-ever event for any conference.