Set The Pipe!! #63 The Inspiring Journey of Gold Medalist Kylee Doremus

In this engaging conversation, Kylie Doremus shares her inspiring journey as a young athlete in sitting volleyball. Born with fibular hemimelia, she faced significant challenges, including an amputation below the knee. Despite these obstacles, Kylie found her passion in sitting volleyball, where she excelled and recently won a gold medal at the Pan Am Games. The discussion covers her training regimen, the transition from standing to sitting volleyball, and her aspirations to join the women's national team. Kylie's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of sports to overcome adversity. In this engaging conversation, Kylee Doremus shares her journey in sitting volleyball, discussing the growth of the sport, the challenges of competing with a prosthetic, and her aspirations for the Olympics. The dialogue explores the dynamics of team building, the intricacies of the game rules, and the personal experiences that shape an athlete's life. Kylee's passion and determination shine through as she reflects on her recent gold medal win and the supportive community surrounding her.

Takeaways

Kylie Doremus is a gold medalist in sitting volleyball.
She was born with fibular hemimelia and had her leg amputated below the knee.
Kylie transitioned from standing volleyball to sitting volleyball after feeling discriminated against.
She practices sitting volleyball twice a week and trains with the national development team.
Kylie aims to join the women's national team and compete in the Olympics.
Kylie started playing volleyball in sixth grade and quickly fell in love with the sport.
Kylie trains at the University of Central Oklahoma, which is also the training site for USA Sitting Volleyball.
Her story inspires young athletes, especially those with disabilities. The development team for sitting volleyball is growing, with a waitlist now.
Kylee's journey to the Olympics is fueled by hard work and belief in herself.
Traveling for competitions offers invaluable experiences and memories.
The food and culture in Chile were highlights of the trip for Kylee.

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