Kayla Banwarth
Indoor volleyball player, Olympic medalist
Born
January 21st, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished indoor volleyball player, competed at a high level in both national and international tournaments. Member of the United States women's national team that secured a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Played for various professional teams, contributing to her team's successes in major leagues. Her skills on the court and ability to perform under pressure highlighted her career as a key player in her sport.
Bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics
Professional play in the USA Volleyball leagues
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