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In a shocking turn of events, several players from the Texas Longhorns volleyball team are making headlines in search of their new home or team to play for. The athlete, recognized for her stellar performances, is ready to embark on a new chapter, leaving fanatics eagerly looking forward to the next interesting chapter in their journey.

In a surprising move, Marina Crownover, the red-shirt owner of the Texas Longhorns and a skilled RS Sophomore hailing from Texas, has entered the portal recently. She joined many other athletes, like Averi Carlson, who is now a part of the Baylor volleyball team. Crownover’s placement is not yet clear right now.

Texas Longhorns’ Talent on the Move

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The news broke out on the official Twitter page of College VBall Transfers with a caption, 𝗜𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹: Marina Crownover: Setter: RS Sophomore: Texas College VB Transfers | NCAAWVB”

Notably, Marina Crownover, in her freshman season, performed a critical position as an All-Conference setter and right side underneath the steerage of Longhorn legend Juliann Faucette Johnson, a Texas Hall of Honor inductee, at St. Stephen’s. Marina’s athletic versatility shines through, having been a member of the Volleyball High-Performance A1 team in 2019 and collaborating in numerous sports activities, which include basketball, softball, and lacrosse.

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Marina Crownover’s surprising volleyball venture

Previously, Marina Crownover made a powerful assertion with her stellar overall performance and notable leadership during her school years. In 2021, as a twelfth-grade student for the duration of the opening weekend of Girls’ Varsity Volleyball inside the Southwest Preparatory Conference (SPC), her skills were on full display. Dominating the court, Crownover led her group in each assist and attack, playing a pivotal role in a thrilling 5-set victory against Kinkaid. It drew praise from the legendary coach Johnson as well.

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Johnson said, “Marina is an incredible athlete with a high volleyball IQ. She gets the game but is always hungry for improvement and is one of the most coachable kids I have ever worked with. She is a high-caliber player with an all-around game that will take her far. It is a pleasure watching her play and an honor to coach her.” Fans are now waiting to see where she ends up to deliver her incredible upcoming performances.

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