The interest in Olympic volleyball and the success of the U.S. team has cast a spotlight on the earnings potentials of these high profile athletes.

Website Celebrity Net Worth estimates that gold medal winner Misty May-Traynor has amassed a net worth in excess of $6 million, primarily from endorsement deals.

In addition to the endorsements, it is estimated that she has earned an additional $2 million as a professional player.

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