Paralympian 2016
Hear from Tia
- On representing the United States'I love wearing the USA across my chest. It's literally the best feeling in the world, and I wouldn't want to do it any other way."
CareerTimeline
Most Notable
Member of the U.S. Women's Sitting Team that was named "Best Paralympic Team" at the 2016 Team USA Awards
Events
2022 ParaVolley World Championship - Bronze
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2022 Dutch Tournament - Gold
2020 Exhibitions vs Brazil at Colorado Crossroads
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2019 World ParaVolley World Super 6 - Gold
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2019 Parapan American Games - Gold
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2019 USA Exhibitions vs Canada at Colorado Crossroads
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2019 USA Exhibitions vs Russia at USAV Open Nationals
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2018 ParaVolley World Championships - Silver
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2018 USA Exhibitions vs Russia and Canada at Colorado Crossroads
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2018 USA Exhibitions vs Canada at USAV Open Nationals
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2017 World ParaVolley World Super 6 - Silver
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2017 Exhibition Series vs Canada
2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro - Gold
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2016 ParaVolley Intercontinental Cup - Gold
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2016 Exhibition Tournament vs. Russia
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2016 Dutch Tournament - 1st
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2015 Parapan American Games - Gold
Personal Highlights
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Tia was born with a congenital birth defect to her left hand
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Tia first began playing volleyball at 13 years old in her hometown, Skiatook
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Parents are Dalton Edwards and Mica Pattillo, Brother's name is Ryan Edwards, Sisters' names are Mikayla Shulanberger and Millie Pattillo