Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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A 3-minute ABC Sports profile of volleyball legend Karch Kiraly, originally aired during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.

This segment introduces viewers to Kiraly’s rise as one of America’s greatest volleyball players — from his days at UCLA to becoming the driving force behind the U.S. Men’s National Team.

Known for his intensity, leadership, and unmatched skill, Karch Kiraly helped elevate U.S. volleyball to international dominance, leading his team to gold in 1984 and again in 1988.

This feature, produced and aired by ABC Sports, reflects the network’s signature Olympic storytelling style — blending slow-motion action, inspirational narration, and that unforgettable late-’80s soundtrack.

Digitally preserved from an original broadcast recording, this rare segment captures both the athletic excellence and broadcast craftsmanship that made ABC’s Olympic coverage so memorable.

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