Phil Dalhausser

Phil Dalhausser, an Olympic gold medalist and UCF alumnus, shares his journey from starting beach volleyball at 17 to winning gold in Beijing. He reflects on the emotional highs of victory and the challenges of partnerships and injuries throughout his career. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of the sport, including scoring changes and growing TV exposure. Phil also shares personal anecdotes about ghosts, his hobbies like disc golf, and the balance between family life and an athletic career.