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Cove grad earns spot in HS volleyball record books
By Matt McGovern at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44) – A Copperas Cove Bulldawg has cemented herself in the national high school volleyball record books! The district says 2022 Copperas Cove High School graduate Kyra Gaston was recently awarded her place in the ecord books with the National Federation of State High Sch...
Key takeaway The district says 2022 Copperas Cove High School graduate Kyra Gaston was recently awarded her place in the ecord books with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
Why this matters in The Waco
Kyra Gaston's achievement puts a spotlight on the strength of volleyball programs in the Waco area, where schools like Copperas Cove High School have a history of producing talented athletes. Gaston's record-breaking performance is a testament to the dedication and hard work of local coaches, players, and families who support these programs. As a community, Waco takes pride in its high school sports, and Gaston's national recognition reflects positively on the entire region. This accomplishment may also inspire current and future students at Copperas Cove High School to strive for similar success, potentially leading to a new generation of talented volleyball players emerging from the area. With Gaston's record now part of the national high school volleyball landscape, local fans will be watching to see how her achievement impacts the profile of Waco-area volleyball in the years to come.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44) – A Copperas Cove Bulldawg has cemented herself in the national high school volleyball record books! The district says 2022 Copperas Cove High School graduate Kyra Gaston was recently awarded her place in the ecord books with the National Federation of State High Sch...
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