Late last week major news emerged in the world of women’s volleyball when Florida coach Mary Wise announced her retirement after 34 years with the Gators. She will exit as one of the most decorated coaches in school history.

GAINESVILLE — UF’s iconic volleyball coach Mary Wise, a 1,000-game winner and 25-time SEC champion, is retiring after 34 years in Gainesville, the school announced. Wise shared her plans with her Thursday evening, ending an era of incredible success.

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After 34 seasons at the University of Florida, legendary volleyball head coach Mary Wise is calling it a career. The announcement was made on Thursday evening. During her time with the Florida Gators,

(WCJB) - 34 seasons. 1,068 wins. 23 SEC titles. A resume living in history. After 34 years as the legendary head coach of the Florida Gators volleyball program, Mary Wise is stepping down. Wise made her presence known in her rookie season in 1991 when the Gators shared a piece of the SEC title.

Women's volleyball coach Mary Wise, whose 1,068 career wins are the fourth-most in NCAA Division I history, has retired after 34 years at Florida.

The longest-tenured coach on UF campus, Mary Wise, announced her retirement Thursday after 34 years as head coach, over 1,000 wins and 25 SEC titles.