The Kelly Sheffield Show: Wisconsin Volleyball's Toughest Schedule Ever | Ep. 1

Wisconsin Badgers volleyball head coach Kelly Sheffield joins the Voice of Wisconsin Badgers Volleyball, Jon Arias, to preview the start of the 2026 season, including a loaded alumni exhibition featuring some of the biggest names in program history, expectations for a talented new roster, and why this could be the toughest non-conference schedule Wisconsin has ever played. Sheffield discusses the excitement surrounding the August 8 Alumni Game, featuring Badger legends like Lauren Carlini, Sydney Hilley, Sarah Franklin, Carter Booth, Caroline Crawford, Grace Loberg, Mimi Colyer and more. He also shares his thoughts on leadership, lineup battles, playing time, Wisconsin's depth, and opening the season against Kentucky and Louisville at the AVCA First Serve in Milwaukee.

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