A standout volleyball player at the University of Nebraska and for Team USA, Kayla Banwarth is a rising star in the coaching ranks and has taken her championship pedigree to Ole Miss, as she was announced as the Rebels’ eighth head coach in program history on Dec. 21, 2019, at the ripe old age of 30!

As a player and assistant coach, she helped guide Nebraska to four conference championships, three Final Four appearances, and a national title. Her illustrious career with Team USA garnered eight medals in international competition, including a bronze at the 2016 Olympic games and a 2014 FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship!

Kayla learned to be a master goal-setter in college and that skill served her well over the years. When I think of Kayla, Grit is what comes to mind. I’ve known her since 2009 and she has always demonstrated passion and perseverance in whatever she is trying to accomplish. Kayla displays tremendous insight and wisdom in this podcast, but there is also a vulnerability about her. 

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