The United States women’s team kicked off their 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship campaign with a win over Slovenia, but it was their head coach Erik Sullivan who stole the spotlight. Despite an injury that left him unable to walk, Sullivan didn’t miss a beat—appearing courtside on a scooter and passionately directing his team throughout the match.
The memorable image of Sullivan leading from the scooter quickly went viral on social media, capturing the attention of fans everywhere.
While injuries usually affect players during major tournaments, this time the setback came to the coach’s bench, showing that even leaders can face unexpected challenges head-on.
