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Grace Egan updates on back injury recovery for Wisconsin volleyball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:52 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Grace Egan updates on back injury recovery for Wisconsin volleyball
Summary

Wisconsin volleyball's Grace Egan provided a detailed update on her ongoing back injury via Instagram on September 14. Egan mentioned experiencing a setback during a match against Florida on September 2, leading to her absence from several games including against Auburn and Texas A&M. While she has not specified a timeline for her return, Egan is focused on recovery, stating that she is working daily towards getting back on the court. Coach Kelly Sheffield has not disclosed specifics about her injury but acknowledged Egan's status would be evaluated as part of standard procedures. Egan continues to be a key player for Wisconsin, leading the team in aces despite her limited participation this season.

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  • •Egan has not played since a match on September 2.
  • •She experienced a setback related to her back injury during that match.
  • •Egan has not provided a return date but is focused on recovery.
  • •She remains a top contributor with nine aces so far this season.
  • •Wisconsin has other players filling in her position during her absence.
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  • 8:52 PMYahoo Sports — Wisconsin volleyball's Grace Egan gives in-depth update on back injury
What they're saying
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Wisconsin's Grace Egan has been out with a back injury that "brought a level of fear and stress I hadn’t experienced before," she said on Instagram.

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