#2 Taryn DeWese
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Coach Nelson on Taryn DeWese… Taryn’s game has matured a lot—mentally and technically. She runs a fast, creative and balanced offense when she’s in rhythm, which fits our system well. Her athleticism as a setter remains her greatest strength. We see her hybrid serve as a real weapon especially when she’s feeling it from behind the line.
Academic Honors
• 2024-25 First-Year SEC Academic Honor Roll
The DeWese File
• Played for the Toledo Volleyball Club
• Three-time first-team all-league
• Three-time all-district
• 2022-23 District 7 DII all-league and player of the year
• 2020-24 Lake High School high honor roll
• 2023-24 All-Academic Team
• Volunteers with Bitty Volleyball Club and her church’s food bank
Why Vanderbilt?
“I chose Vanderbilt because of the family atmosphere, the wonderful coaching staff, the high academics and the amazing opportunity to be one of the firsts in the program.”
Taryn’s Essentials
Favorite Nashville food spot: Sho Pizza Bar
Favorite spot on campus: Hendrix Dining Hall
First song on aux: Best Thing I Never Had by Beyoncé