When I was asked what advice I would want to share with the next generation of volleyball players, the first thoughts that popped into my head were the typical ones: don’t lose the love of the game, remember that there is life after volleyball, all that good stuff. But when I sat down to write this and really did some thinking, I settled on something else.
Don’t be afraid to follow the opportunities that this wonderful game brings you...
Read MoreI secured my first official visit with the University of Colorado and had a couple other visits brewing on the backburner. Since I am from Colorado, visiting this school felt like home. I loved everything about it and all of the puzzle pieces just seemed to fit. I ended up verbally committing about a week later. Fast-forward, a couple months to Halloween weekend. I got a knock on my door and it happened to be the head coach at CU. Taken aback, my parents and I welcomed her into our home and we sat down to have a discussion...
Read MoreTayla Woods is a recent graduate of Oregon State University with degrees in Psychology and Education as well as a Masters of Education. As a five year member of the OSU Volleyball, Tayla had the unique experience of being the starting setter during one of the toughest seasons in school history followed by one of the most successful seasons in school history. Tayla took some time to answer questions about her journey at OSU and how she traded in the idea of giving up in favor of unmatched determination. Post volleyball career, Tayla has continued striving to make a difference with the creation of the non-profit Believe in Better Inc...
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