{
  "id": 2422312,
  "title": "Una Vajagic reflects on transferring from Wisconsin to Arizona State",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/una-vajagic-reflects-on-transferring-from-wisconsin-to-arizona-state",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T19:20:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/una-vajagic-reflects-transferring-wisconsin-192049664.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Una Vajagic, the former outside hitter for the Wisconsin Badgers, is making a return to her home state as she joins Arizona State's volleyball team. The transition from Madison to Tempe comes after careful consideration, as Vajagic herself described it as a \"very tough decision.\" While Wisconsin provided Vajagic with a fantastic environment, she felt that Arizona State was the right fit for her development. Her former coach, Kelly Sheffield, expressed disappointment at the time, stating that Vajagic and her agent felt there were better opportunities available. However, Vajagic's new teammates at Arizona State, such as middle blocker Ella Lomigora, have taken to her quickly, praising her \"feisty\" and \"competitive\" attitude. This move is particularly significant for Arizona State, as they enter the 2026 AVCA preseason poll ranked No. 12. The team has undergone some changes in the offseason, with the graduation of Bailey Miller and Tatum Parrott from the outside hitter position. Vajagic's addition provides a much-needed boost to the squad's depth and skill set. Arizona State coach JJ Van Niel has been particularly impressed with how smoothly Vajagic and her fellow ex-Badger Tosia Serafinowska have integrated into the team. Off the court, Van Niel fondly remembers taking the duo to In-N-Out Burger, noting the team's genuine joy and enthusiasm for the experience.",
  "summary": "Ex-Wisconsin outside hitter Una Vajagic talked about the 'very tough decision' to enter the transfer portal after the 2025 season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Una Vajagic transfers from Wisconsin to Arizona State volleyball team.",
    "Arizona State ranked No. 12 in 2026 AVCA preseason poll.",
    "Vajagic and Tosia Serafinowska integrate smoothly with team."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}