St. Norbert College

Before SNC: Three-year letter winner in volleyball for the Pirates of Riverside High School. Two-time all-state honoree in North Carolina garnering a first-team nod in 2025. Played juniors for Empower and Powrhaus volleyball clubs. 

Personal: Intended major is Psychology. Son of Darius and Terencia Russell. Has two siblings, Autumn and Storm. Brother plays club volleyball at UNC-Greensboro.

Coach Bryant on Russell…
“Recruiting Skyy to SNC was one of the most enjoyable things I have done in my time with the men’s program. Getting the chance to meet him and his family on campus is something I will never forget. Skyy love for the sport of volleyball is unmatched. He is truly a six-rotation player whose enthusiasm and energy is a huge boost for the team. We are very much looking forward to seeing ways in which he will help the team this spring. Whether as an attacker, serving sub, or defensive specialist, we believe in his ability to do important things in important moments.”

For fun:
Favorite food – Spicy ginger chicken

Favorite movie – The Commuter

Favorite musical artist – Mac Ayres

Favorite snack – Sour Patch Watermelons or Caramel M&Ms

Favorite video game – Rocket League

Biggest volleyball influence – His brother, Storm