Meet Abby Vander Wall: Future Volleyball Star and Family Inspiration

In this feature, we spotlight Abby Vander Wal, a standout volleyball player from Timothy Christian in Illinois. Abby's journey in sports is deeply influenced by her family's sporting legacy and her unique bond with her brother Jake, who faces his own challenges with down syndrome and autism. Beyond her impressive record on the court, including three gold medals with USA Volleyball, Abby is also a compassionate individual preparing for a future in speech language pathology, inspired by attending her brother's therapy sessions. This story is a heartfelt look at how personal and athletic lives intertwinely in the pursuit of greatness and kindness. She signed with the Texas Longhorns.