Kamala Harris lauds  Katie Schumacher-Cawley on guiding Penn State to NCAA Women's Volleyball Championships triumph despite cancer diagnosis

Coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley led the Penn State Women's Volleyball team to a historic victory, claiming the NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship. Following the win, her leadership was recognized by Vice President Kamala Harris.

The head coach's determination and strategic insight were crucial in guiding her team through a demanding season. Her journey is a testament to perseverance, skill, and a deep understanding of the game. The Vice President of the United States also praised the coach for her accomplishments.

Reposting Schumacher-Cawley's interview with espnW, Harris praised the head coach as she wrote:

"Coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley has led @PennStateVBALL with strength and determination. Her historic victory and perseverance this season are an inspiration to so many. Congratulations to the team on your National Championship."

Reflecting on her team's journey in the interview, Katie Schumacher-Cawley highlighted how their collective effort and perseverance throughout the season led to the historic achievement.

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Coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley reflects on the team's performance during the season

2024 Division I Women's Volleyball Championship - Source: Getty

Following the victory against Nebraska Volleyball, coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley took a moment to reflect on her team's overall performance during the season in the postgame press conference. She recalled the challenging loss to Pittsburgh, a team that had been exceptional throughout the year.

The coach acknowledged Pittsburgh's outstanding performance, which delivered a decisive defeat that tested her team's resolve. Despite the setback, she shared her belief in her group's potential to achieve something extraordinary, reinforcing her confidence in their ability to overcome obstacles and rise to the occasion.

"Katie, when you played at pit, and you got destroyed, at what point after that did you say we can win a National Championship, or did you never say that to yourself, you just move forward and go from there?" (18:51 onwards)

"I always thought this group could do something special, we didn't talk about winning this, that I thought the put match was an eye opener for everyone involved and you know we went back to work after that loss and just got better, I thought that pit, was an exceptional Team all year long and they put it to us in that match but for us, I thought it was a great learning experience," she said.

Katie Schumacher-Cawley made history as the first female head coach to lead a team to the NCAA Division I women's Volleyball Championship.