Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss first found success in college, becoming two of the most successful and highly-decorated beach volleyball players in NCAA history. Now, the duo is headed to its first-ever Olympic Games.

Learn about how the two athletes got their start.

Taryn Kloth

How old is Taryn Kloth?

Taryn Kloth is 27 years old. She was born April 10, 1997.

How tall is Taryn Kloth?

Taryn Kloth is listed at 6-foot-4.

Where is Taryn Kloth from?

Taryn Kloth was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Who are Taryn Kloth’s parents?

Taryn Kloth's parents are Mike and Janna Kloth and Tracy and Tricia Smith.

How many siblings does Taryn Kloth have?

Taryn Kloth has seven siblings: Sierra, Grant, Rhett, Braxton, Jack, Lauryn and Londyn

When did Taryn Kloth start competing in beach volleyball?

Though she began playing volleyball at an early age, Taryn Kloth didn't first play beach volleyball until 2019.

Where did Taryn Kloth go to high school?

Taryn Kloth went to O'Gorman High School in Sioux Falls.

Where did Taryn Kloth go to college?

Taryn Kloth began her college career on the volleyball team at Creighton University before transferring to LSU, where she joined the beach volleyball program.

Is Taryn Kloth married?

In April, Taryn Kloth got engaged to Eric Brasher, though they are waiting until after the Olympics to set a wedding date.

Kristen Nuss

How old is Kristen Nuss?

Kristen Nuss is 26 years old. She was born December 16, 1997.

How tall is Kristen Nuss?

Kristen Nuss is listed at 5-foot-6.

Where is Kristen Nuss from?

Kristen Nuss was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Who are Kristen Nuss' parents?

Kristen Nuss was born to parents George and Audrey Nuss.

How many siblings does Kristen Nuss have?

Kristen Nuss has three older siblings: Pete, Jeffrey and Jordan.

When did Kristen Nuss start competing in beach volleyball?

Kristen Nuss first played beach volleyball as a sophomore in high school.

Where did Kristen Nuss go to high school?

Kristen Nuss attended Mount Carmel Academy in New Orleans.

Where did Kristen Nuss go to college?

Kristen Nuss went to LSU, where she spent five years competing in beach volleyball.