#13 Sydney Conley Season 2024-25
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Student-Athlete Features
In the Studio with Vanderbilt Volleyball: Sydney Conley
Coach Nelson on Sydney Conley… Syd saw the total package Vanderbilt offered and wanted to play a key role in building a program. She’s relatable and easy-going, making her an awesome resource for our younger athletes. On the court, her skills are advanced, especially her blocking. We’re aiming to make her strengths greater and develop her all-around game.
The Conley File
• Graduate transfer to Vanderbilt from Florida State
• Received her undergraduate degree in sociology
• 2023 ACC champion
• 4X ACC Academic Honor Roll
As a Senior at Florida State (2023)
• Averaged 1.37 kills/set
• Averaged .65 blocks/set
• Hit .253
Personal
• Mother, Melanie, played volleyball at Nebraska-Omaha
• Father, Michael, played basketball at Nebraska-Omaha
Why Vanderbilt?
“I chose Vanderbilt because the opportunity to earn a great education and live in a beautiful city, all while being a part of a brand new program is something I could never pass up. The coaches are very passionate and excited about what we can do, and I’m grateful for the chance to be a part of that.”
Sydney’s Essentials
Food spot in Nashville: Hawkers
First song on aux: Fresh Out the Slammer by Taylor Swift