16-year-old Decelise Champion shines in Wisconsin volleyball debut
The Wisconsin Badgers were patiently waiting for Decelise Champion's debut, and it sure was worth the wait.
The Wisconsin Badgers eagerly anticipated the debut of 16-year-old sensation Decelise Champion, and it did not disappoint. Originally scheduled to join the team next year, Champion reclassified and enrolled in Madison for the 2026 season. Though she missed the first six matches, her appearance in the Badgers' 3-2 victory against No. 19 Texas A&M was unforgettable.
The Aggies drew their third-largest crowd in program history, with near 10,000 fans witnessing Champion's impact in the second set. Trailing 1-0, Champion entered the game late and helped Wisconsin secure the set 25-23. At 6 feet 6 inches, the Puerto Rican native was second on the team with eight blocks and third with eight kills, boasting a .192 hitting percentage just below the Badgers' .219 average.
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