Welcome to our team page! Here you can get to know the amazing individuals who make up our team. Each member brings unique talents and dedication to the table, contributing to our success.
Fernando Zarate
Setter/Outside Hitter
Bio
Founder of Bluegrass Blaze Fernando Zarate! Helps the team in any way needed from fundraising/sponsorships, organizing and registering. He brings his sand game to the hard court and will get some crafty kills.
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Hometown: Lexington, KY
Elijah Vaughn
Utility Player
Bio
He is as flexible on the court as he is on the dance floor. He will play wherever you need him to. From Libero to Middle Blocker he really can do it all. He brings energy anytime he plays and isn’t afraid to put his body on the line.
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Hometown: Richmond, KY
Gil Bagang
Libero
Bio
Our digging machine. He isn’t scared to put his body on the line to help his team. Uses his volleyball IQ to aid the team with great court vision and overall adjustments for each game.
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Hometown: Corbin, KY
Donovan Hylander
Libero
Bio
He is the team’s hustle and effort as he brings 100% to every play. When not playing you’ll catch him recharging with his version of “Michael's Secret Stuff” in a Stanley.
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Hometown: Maysville, KY
Cameron Lord
Outside Hitter
Bio
Our heavy arm to make sure we get the kill and a big blocker to help our defenders. Lethal attacks from the front and back row.
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Hometown: Lexington, KY
Luke Grupe
Middle Blocker
Bio
He brings his experince from Coker University to the court as our big Middle Blocker. His big block has saved us many times and no less lethal offensively.
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Hometown: Lexington, KY
Brandon Lord
Opposite
Bio
Our other heavy hitter prefers the opposite position of his brother. Focusing on blocks to aid our defenders and can be just as lethal attacking from the front row as the back row.
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Hometown: Lexington, KY
Jack Wellman
Middle Blocker
Bio
When he isn't on the court you can find him putting work into our design, socials, and brand. Don't let his niceness fool you, he is an all-around competitor when he steps foot on the court.