Erik Sullivan Named U.S. Women’s Volleyball Coach

USA Volleyball has appointed Erik Sullivan as the new head coach of the U.S. Women’s National Team, succeeding Karch Kiraly, who had a successful tenure with three Olympic medals and a World Championship title. Sullivan brings extensive experience from his 14 years as associate head coach at the University of Texas, where he contributed to three national championships and eight Final Four appearances. He expressed his excitement for the role, aiming to build on the strong foundation laid by Kiraly and foster an environment for athlete development. Sullivan, a two-time Olympian, also has significant international coaching experience, having led the U.S. Men's National Team in recent Olympic Games. The team will begin its season on June 4 in Rio de Janeiro, with Sullivan's leadership seen as crucial for the upcoming challenges. USA Volleyball emphasized the need for a coach capable of managing high-performance environments and developing elite-level strategies.