U.S. beach volleyball champions Taryn Brasher and Kristen Cruz say they are now aiming for the LA28 Olympics, drawing on what they experienced at the Paris Games. The pair reflects on the pressure of competing at the Olympic level and how that experience shapes their approach going forward.
Both outlets frame their preparation as a shift in perspective after Paris, emphasizing maturity and adapting to high-stakes competition. Rather than focusing on specific results or changes in training in the coverage provided, the stories highlight the mental and experiential lessons the duo is carrying into the run-up to Los Angeles 2028.
