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Rylie Coates of Kerrville Tivy prepares for UIL volleyball playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 7:03 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Rylie Coates of Kerrville Tivy prepares for UIL volleyball playoffs

Summary

Kerrville Tivy setter Rylie Coates is set to compete in the UIL volleyball playoffs starting Thursday, marking a pivotal moment in her career after overcoming a severe ankle injury. Coates, who ranks No. 3 in Texas and No. 8 nationally with 1,261 assists this season, underwent extensive rehabilitation after tearing all her ankle ligaments in 2022. Her journey included surgery and rigorous physical therapy, leading to her emergence as a top high school setter. Coach and mother Stephanie Coates expressed immense pride in Rylie’s determination and growth throughout this challenging process.

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•Rylie Coates ranks No. 3 in Texas for assists entering playoffs.
•She faced extensive rehabilitation following a severe ankle injury.
•Her mother, Stephanie Coates, is also her head coach.
•The UIL volleyball playoffs begin Thursday.
•Coates' journey includes overcoming surgery and 50 therapy sessions.

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7:03 PMYahoo Sports — How Kerrville Tivy's Rylie Coates rebuilt her ankle, confidence and volleyball career

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Kerrville Tivy setter Rylie Coates overcame a devastating ankle injury to rank No. 3 in Texas in assists as her team heads into the UIL volleyball playoffs.
— Yahoo Sports

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