In a historic moment for women’s volleyball, either Penn State’s Katie Schumacher-Cawley or Louisville’s Dani Busboom-Kelly will become the first female coach to win the NCAA volleyball championship on Sunday. Both coaches have impressive playing pedigrees and are now making their mark as coaches in the sport. Schumacher-Cawley, who is recovering from stage 2 breast cancer, has been leading Penn State’s title chase, while Busboom-Kelly has been guiding Louisville to their second NCAA final in three seasons.
The Final Four featured thrilling matches that captivated a NCAA-record crowd of 21,726 at the KFC Yum! Center, underscoring the growing popularity of volleyball as a participation sport. Both coaches hope to inspire future generations of female coaches and players by breaking this historic barrier. The championship game on Sunday will be broadcast on ABC and is expected to draw a significant national audience.
With women coaching nearly half of Division I volleyball programs, the success of Schumacher-Cawley and Busboom-Kelly represents a significant milestone in the sport. Their journey to the championship has been marked by resilience, determination, and a strong commitment to the growth and success of women’s volleyball.
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