TOM BRADY'S NIECE HANNAH MAKES MICHIGAN VOLLEYBALL DEBUT

Hannah Brady made her college volleyball debut for the University of Michigan against Valparaiso on Sunday, 6 September. Michigan's women's volleyball team lost the first set 23-25 but won the following three sets 25-14, 25-16, and 25-12 to secure victory. Hannah Brady recorded an ace on her opening serve. Tom Brady posted a message on Instagram stating "So proud of you" in support of his niece's achievement.

Michigan improved to a record of 5-1 following the win, whilst Valparaiso moved to 4-2. Hannah Brady is the daughter of Maureen Brady, who played softball at Fresno State. Her older sister, Maya Brady, plays softball at UCLA. Tom Brady attended the University of Michigan, where he played football from 1995 to 1999 before winning seven Super Bowl championships during his professional career.

Tom Brady travelled to Ann Arbor in November to spend time with family and attend Michigan's American football match against Ohio State on 29 November. During that visit, he spent time with Hannah Brady on the volleyball court and shared photographs on Instagram. The Brady family maintains strong ties to Michigan and competitive sports, with multiple family members competing at collegiate level.