Kim Glass facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kim Glass
Glass with Rabita Baku in 2012
Personal information
Full name	Kimberly Marie Glass
Born	(1984-08-18) August 18, 1984 (age 41) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Height	6 ft 2.5 in (1.89 m)
Spike	314 cm (124 in)
Block	299 cm (118 in)
Volleyball information
Position	Outside hitter
Current club	Banana Boat / Praia Clube
Number	10
Career
Years Teams 2002–2006 2006–2007 2007–2008 2008–2009 2009–2010 2010–2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 University of Arizona Pinkin de Corozal Fenerbahçe Universitet Belgorod Modřanská Prostějov Rabita Baku< Guangdong Evergrande Banana Boat / Praia Clube
National team
2007-2012  USA
Medal record Women's volleyball Representing the  United States Olympic Games Silver 2008 Beijing Team World Cup Bronze 2007 Japan Team Grand Prix Gold 2011 Macau Team NORCECA Championship Gold 2011 Caguas Pan-American Cup Bronze 2011 Ciudad Juárez

Kimberly Marie Glass (born August 18, 1984) is an American volleyball player and model. She is about 6 feet 2.5 inches tall. Kim plays as an outside hitter, which is a key attacking position in volleyball.

She joined the U.S. national team in May 2007. Kim Glass made her first Olympic appearance at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She helped Team USA win a silver medal in volleyball.

Early Life and High School

Kim Glass was born in Los Angeles, California. Her parents are Sherman and Kathy Glass. She has two brothers, Darryl and Marcius, and two sisters, Shalana and Shaynce.

Kim grew up in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She went to Conestoga Valley High School. There, she was a top volleyball player for three years. In 2001, she was named the Pennsylvania State Gatorade Player of the Year. She was also the Lancaster-Lebanon League MVP in 2000 and 2001.

Kim played for the U.S. junior national team in 2001. This team competed at the Women's Junior World Championships. She also played club volleyball for Synergy for four years.

College Volleyball Career

Kim Glass played college volleyball for the University of Arizona. She was an amazing player there. She was named an American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American three times. She was also chosen for the All-Pac-10 team four times.

Kim holds the record for most kills at Arizona with 2,151. Kills are successful attacks that score points. She is also third all-time in the Pac-10 conference for kills. She averaged 5.27 kills per game during her college career.

College Records and Awards

Kim Glass set many records at Arizona. She holds the school record with 162 aces. An ace is a serve that the other team cannot return. She is also third in career digs with 1,158. Digs are when a player saves an opponent's attack.

In 2002, she was named a Second Team All-American. She was also the National Freshman of the Year. As a senior in 2005, Kim was a First-Team All-American. She led Arizona to the regional final in the NCAA tournament. Kim Glass was the first player from Arizona to get 2,000 kills. She was also the fourth player in Pac-10 history to reach this milestone.

International Volleyball Career

Kim Glass has played for the United States on the international stage. She was part of the U.S. women's junior national team in 2001. This team competed in the FIVB World Junior Championships. She also played for the U.S. junior national team in 2002.

Playing for Team USA

Kim joined the U.S. women's national team in 2007. She quickly became an important player.

• In 2007, she helped the team win a bronze medal at the FIVB World Cup.
• In 2008, she made her Olympic debut at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Team USA earned a silver medal there.
• In 2011, Kim helped the U.S. team win a gold medal at the FIVB World Grand Prix.
• She also won a gold medal at the 2011 NORCECA Championship.

Kimberly Glass at a game in 2012

Professional Volleyball Career

After college, Kim Glass played professional volleyball around the world. She played for teams in different countries.

• She played for Pinkin de Corozal in Puerto Rico. She was the top scorer in that league.
• She joined Fenerbahçe Women's Volleyball Team in Turkey in 2007.
• She also played for teams in Russia, Czech Republic, Azerbaijan, China, and Brazil.

Other Activities

Besides volleyball, Kim Glass has also been involved in modeling and TV.

• She tried out for Tyra Banks' TV show America's Next Top Model five times.
• In 2011, she appeared in the famous Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue magazine.
• Kim competed on the MTV reality series The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars in 2017. She almost made it to the final challenge.
• She also works with the mobile phone app Headspace. She hosts guided sessions focused on movement and mindfulness.

Helping Others

Kim Glass has a big heart and often helps people in need. She has worked with people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles. On The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars, she played for the charity Covenant House. This organization helps young people who are homeless.

Personal Challenges

In July 2022, Kim Glass shared that she was unfortunately attacked and injured in Los Angeles. She needed medical attention for her injuries.

Awards and Achievements

• 2005 NIRSA Region 6 Basketball Tournament Most Valuable Player
• 2010/11 CEV Champions League – Runner-up, with Rabita Baku