A conversation with Kelsey Carpenter of UTSA Volleyball

Kelsey is a Junior, 6’2″ outside hitter on the UTSA volleyball team. She came to UTSA from Midlothian, Texas, where she attended Midlothian Heritage High School. Kelsey has seen action in both her freshman and sophomore years and looks to play a larger role this season. Last season Kelsey had 57 kills and 12 blocks in 45 or 87 sets. Kelsey also takes care of business off the court, being named to the Conference USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll the last two years. Be sure to check out Kelsey and the Volleyball team this season!

Topics discussed:

  • Tournament volleyball
  • Getting to UTSA
  • Tacos…or enchiladas instead
  • New volleyball coaches
  • UTSA athletics culture
  • Moving to the AAC
  • Mental toughness
  • Life after UTSA
  • NIL
  • lots more…

Check out the interview here: https://youtu.be/I2OO2onl_4Q

The Runners Rising Team would like to thank Kelsey for taking the time to chat with us! Good luck this season!

Be sure to follow Kelsey on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/_kelseycarp

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