Alisha Glass
Volleyball player and Olympian
Born
April 5th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished indoor volleyball player, competed at the highest levels of the sport. Played as a setter for the United States national team, participating in major international competitions. Was part of the team that won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Played professionally in various leagues, contributing significantly to team successes.
Bronze medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics
Competed in the FIVB World Championships
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