Penn State coach makes history with national championship win after cancer diagnosis

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Penn State women's volleyball coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley made history by becoming the first female head coach to win a national championship since the NCAA tournament began in 1981. Her team defeated the University of Louisville on December 22. This victory comes just three months after Schumacher-Cawley was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer. She expressed gratitude for the support from her team and the Penn State community during her treatment. Schumacher-Cawley, who became head coach in January 2022, only missed a few practices while managing her health. Her players noted her resilience and positive spirit throughout her battle with cancer.


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