Teary-Eyed Senior Merritt Beason Reveals Choosing Alternate Career Option Way Before Joining Nebraska Volleyball
Merritt Beason, a star senior for the Nebraska Volleyball team, recently shared an emotional and unexpected revelation about her journey to becoming a standout athlete at the collegiate level. In a heartfelt interview, Beason spoke about the alternative career path she had considered before ultimately deciding to pursue volleyball at one of the most prestigious programs in the country.
Growing up in the state of Florida, Beason showed early promise in a variety of athletic endeavors, but it wasn’t always clear that volleyball would be her final calling. In fact, there was a time when she thought of pursuing a completely different career. “I was always involved in sports, but volleyball didn’t come into the picture right away for me,” Beason said, her eyes welling with tears as she reflected on those pivotal moments in her life. “Before I joined the Nebraska program, I had considered a career in medicine. I thought I was going to be a doctor.”
Beason’s high academic standing and interest in biology led her to explore pre-med courses, and for a time, it seemed like a path she might actually follow. Her passion for helping others and the sciences made medicine a natural option. However, volleyball remained a part of her life and she continued to play throughout high school, excelling in the sport. As her skills grew, so did her love for the game, eventually leading to the realization that perhaps her future lay in sports rather than in a hospital.
The turning point came during her senior year of high school when Beason received an offer from Nebraska, one of the nation’s most respected volleyball programs. It was a moment that would change her life. “I had to make a big decision,” Beason explained, wiping away a tear. “It was a crossroads between medicine and volleyball. When Nebraska called, I knew that volleyball was where my heart truly was.”
Choosing Nebraska was not just about continuing her athletic career; it was about following her passion. The move meant stepping away from her original academic plans, but it was one Beason felt was right for her. “It was so difficult,” she said, “leaving behind what I thought was going to be my future, but I knew volleyball was where I could make the biggest impact.”
In her time at Nebraska, Beason has excelled not only on the court but also in the classroom, embodying the balance between athletics and academics that the program is known for. As a senior, she has become a cornerstone of Nebraska Volleyball, contributing to the team’s success and earning numerous accolades for her performance.
However, Beason’s story is more than just about volleyball. It’s a story about courage, about taking risks, and about following your heart, even when it means stepping away from a path that seemed safe and secure. Her decision to leave the world of medicine behind was not an easy one, but it was one that has shaped her into the athlete and person she is today.
As her final season at Nebraska nears its end, Beason reflects on the incredible journey that has brought her to this point. “I’m thankful every day that I chose volleyball,” she said with a soft smile. “But sometimes, I still wonder what might have been. I guess that’s the beauty of life — you never know where it will take you, but I’m happy with where I ended up.”
Her story will serve as an inspiration to those who may face their own crossroads, proving that with passion and perseverance, the path less traveled can sometimes lead to the greatest rewards.
