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See the full story · 1 sourcesThe Kentucky volleyball season is set to begin this month, and they will, once again, be one of the favorites to win the SEC and the national championship. Coach Craig Skinner is returning a lot of talent from last year's squad, and added players who can certainly help them win.
As evidence as just how talented they are, the American Volleyball Coaches Association has released their National Player of the Year watch list, and four Wildcats are on it. That is more than any other school with the closest being Purdue and Nebraska who have three each.
Here's a look at the four Kentucky players on the AVCA watch list.
Brooklyn DeLeye
DeLeye has been a star for multiple seasons, and was the SEC Player of the Year in 2024. She as also been All-SEC three times and was a first-team All-American last year.
Morgan Gaerte
Gaerte is a name fans will need to become familiar with. She transferred in from Notre Dame where she was first-team All-ACC last season. She will take over the role formerly occupied by Eva Hudson.
Kassie O'Brien
O'Brien set the college volleyball world on fire as a freshman. She was the National Freshman of the Year and was first-team All-SEC after being one of the best setters in the country, and becoming a great defender too.
Molly Tuozzo
One of just two liberos on the watch list Tuozzo was an unsung hero last year. The two-time All-SEC player and 2025 third-team All-American is a master of digs and a leader on the court.
This article originally appeared on UK Wildcats Wire: Four Kentucky volleyball player named to AVCA POY watch list
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