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Iowa State University Athletics
09.15.2026 | Volleyball
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State volleyball right side hitter Lilly Wachholz will miss the remainder of the season after suffering an injury early in the match against Iowa last Tuesday.
"Lilly's injury is heartbreaking, she has worked so hard over her career to become one of our best players and leaders," Christy Johnson-Lynch said. "She has handled the past several days with so much toughness and grace. Even from the sidelines she continues to provide inspiration and leadership to this group. She is still very much a part of our team and we hope and pray for a speedy recovery."
"This is not how I imagined my season going, but I am incredibly grateful for every opportunity and experience that I have been given at Iowa State," Wachholz said. "I would not have been able to get through this without the constant and dedicated support of my teammates, coaches, doctors, athletic trainers, support staff, family, friends and incredible fans at Iowa State. Although this has been a difficult time, I know God continues to give me the strength and faith to get through this. I am so thankful to be surrounded by such an amazing team and an incredible community that has supported me every moment of this unexpected journey."
Wachholz had a strong start to her senior season averaging 2.74 kills per set at an efficiency of .324. Wachholz led the Cyclones with a season-high 18 kills at a clip of .484 in the win vs. Utah State and totaled 52 kills and 15 blocks in six matches.
In addition, Annalise Grant underwent a season-ending knee surgery last Tuesday to repair a previous injury. Last season as a freshman, Grant played in 19 matches as a defensive specialist and totaled 57 digs and 10 assists.
"I am so incredibly grateful for the medical staff at Iowa State for taking such great care of me throughout this difficult year," Grant said. "To my teammates, coaches, family and Cyclone Nation, thank you for the unwavering support from the beginning. The people here are truly what make Iowa State such a special place to be. I feel beyond blessed to be a part of this team and surrounded by so much love. As I continue to write my story, this next chapter holds uncertainty, but also so much hope. I know God has a plan for me, and I trust His is greater than any plan I could ever write up myself. I will continue to show up for the love of my teammates and be the biggest supporter of Cyclone volleyball that I can be no matter what role I am to take up next."
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