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Tennessee volleyball Hall of Famer April Chapple dies at 62

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Tennessee volleyball Hall of Famer April Chapple dies at 62

Summary

April Chapple, a former standout for the Tennessee Lady Vols volleyball team, has died at the age of 62. Chapple played for Tennessee from 1981 to 1984, helping the program secure three SEC regular-season titles and three SEC Tournament championships. She was instrumental in leading the Lady Vols to their first NCAA Tournament victory in 1982. Following her collegiate career, she played professionally in both indoor and beach volleyball, achieving notable success in Italy and with the New York Liberties in Major League Volleyball. Chapple was inducted into the Tennessee Athletics Hall of Fame in 2003.

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•Chapple led Tennessee to a 121-50 record during her college career.
•She remains second in career aces and third in career kills for the Lady Vols.
•Chapple played professionally in Italy and earned All-Pro honors in ML Volleyball.
•She transitioned to coaching after her playing career, influencing future players.

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