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AIAW and DGWS
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For history buffs curious about AIAW, DGWS, and the evolution of powerhouse women’s volleyball programs, here’s a glimpse into the pre-NCAA era, when the AIAW (Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women, 1973–1981) and the DGWS (Division for Girls’ and Women’s Sports, 1970–1972) governed women’s volleyball championships. Before the NCAA began overseeing women’s volleyball, events like the Texas AIAW Championships and Regional AIAW Tournaments set the stage for the prestigious AIAW National Championships.
Wikipedia provides some details on this era, but it omits key figures, such as Mary Jo Peppler, who co-coached the AIAW National Championship-winning Utah State University team alongside Marilyn McReavy. Additionally, Dixie Grimmett led her teams to AIAW Championships in both the 1973 Winter and 1973 Fall seasons, showcasing her exceptional coaching legacy.
The early years of these championships featured combined events for small and large colleges, highlighting the depth of talent across all divisions. States like Texas and California dominated in all divisions, producing standout teams and legendary coaches. Among the small colleges' women head coaches who left an indelible mark on the sport were Susan Duke, Sue Gozansky, Lucy McDaniel, Alane LeGrand, Sharon Peterson, and Debby Colbert. Their contributions helped lay the foundation for women’s volleyball as we know it today.
For a deeper dive into volleyball history and its legends, please take a little time to review so much history behind the legendary Flo Hyman. You’ll enjoy learning about this volleyball icon, who was one of the most outstanding players in the world and a true trailblazer in the sport.
As we all know, there may be some facts that may be incorrect on Wikipedia, but storing and publishing this information from 1970 has always been tough to find since many have passed.
Wikipedia provides some details on this era, but it omits key figures, such as Mary Jo Peppler, who co-coached the AIAW National Championship-winning Utah State University team alongside Marilyn McReavy. Additionally, Dixie Grimmett led her teams to AIAW Championships in both the 1973 Winter and 1973 Fall seasons, showcasing her exceptional coaching legacy.
The early years of these championships featured combined events for small and large colleges, highlighting the depth of talent across all divisions. States like Texas and California dominated in all divisions, producing standout teams and legendary coaches. Among the small colleges' women head coaches who left an indelible mark on the sport were Susan Duke, Sue Gozansky, Lucy McDaniel, Alane LeGrand, Sharon Peterson, and Debby Colbert. Their contributions helped lay the foundation for women’s volleyball as we know it today.
For a deeper dive into volleyball history and its legends, please take a little time to review so much history behind the legendary Flo Hyman. You’ll enjoy learning about this volleyball icon, who was one of the most outstanding players in the world and a true trailblazer in the sport.
As we all know, there may be some facts that may be incorrect on Wikipedia, but storing and publishing this information from 1970 has always been tough to find since many have passed.
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A Brief Overview of the Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women
Clara Mattheessen As a class of 2016 Graduate, Clara Mattheessen wrote this paper for Dr. Wehrle for HIS 4960 Contemporary America in Fall of 2015. She is majoring in History with a Business administration minor. This paper has been presented at the History Major Day and English Studies Conference and won Honorable Mention in the Women's Studies Essay Contest. She is a member of Phi Alpha Theta and the honorary music service sorority, Tau Beta Sigma. 
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