Wisconsin hosts Butler in exhibition featuring Shondell coaching matchup

Wisconsin's volleyball team faces Butler in an exhibition on August 14 at the UW Field House. The match highlights the coaching connection between John Shondell, Wisconsin's assistant, and his nephew Kyle Shondell, the head coach at Butler. The Shondell family has a rich history in volleyball coaching, with John and Kyle both crediting their family lineage for their coaching styles. The exhibition serves as a competitive yet familial encounter, with both teams seeking to gain experience ahead of the season. Butler’s roster includes players coached previously by John, adding another layer to the matchup.

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