Kenna Wollard stayed with Purdue volleyball, became star for Dave Shondell

INDIANAPOLIS — Dave Shondell paused, an obvious lump in his throat.

Rarely a man who struggles to find words, the Purdue volleyball coach needed a few extra seconds Thursday night at the podium in Gainbridge Fieldhouse when asked about Kenna Wollard .

The weeks following Purdue 's Sweet 16 loss to Louisville in December were especially trying on Shondell, as he learned that four of his best players were opting to enter the transfer portal.