Penn State Star Setter Izzy Starck Stepping Away From Volleyball to Prioritize Mental Health

Penn State star setter Izzy Starck stepping away from volleyball to prioritize mental health

Nine months removed from being named the AVCA National Freshman of the Year and helping her team win a national championship, Penn State sophomore setter...

How Starck's Decision to Step Away From Penn State Impacts Nebraska's Big Ten, National Title Chase

National Freshman of the Year for the reigning national champion Penn State Nittany Lions, Izzy Starck announced Friday she would be stepping away from volleyball to prioritize her mental health. This decision has major impacts.

Penn State setter steps away for mental health

Penn State sophomore setter Izzy Starck, who led the Nittany Lions to their eighth volleyball national championship in 2024, announced that she is stepping away for the rest of the season to prioritize her mental health.

Penn State women's volleyball setter Izzy Starck announces she's taking break from sport

At the beginning of No. 5 Penn State's home opener against No. 4 Kentucky, starting setter Izzy Starck announced on Instagram that she'll be stepping away from volleyball for the 2025 season.

Penn State Volleyball Star Stepping Away From Team ‘To Prioritize My Mental Health’

Penn State volleyball is losing one of its best players for the rest of the season. Izzy Starck, one of the best setters in the country, announced via Instagram that she’d be stepping away from the team to focus on her mental health. “After much reflection,” the statement read, “I have made the difficult decision to step away from volleyball this season in order to prioritize my mental health. This has not been an easy choice, but it is one that…