| Kevin Barnett | |||
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| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Kevin Rees Barnett | ||
| Nationality | American | ||
| Born | May 14, 1974 Naperville, Illinois | ||
| Height | 198 cm (6 ft 6 in) | ||
| Weight | 209 lb (95 kg) | ||
| College / University | Pepperdine University | ||
| Volleyball information | |||
| Position | Outside hitter | ||
| Number | 14 | ||
| National team | |||
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Barnett worked as a broadcaster for the Pac-12 Networks and FOX Sports West in Los Angeles, as well as teaming with Paul Sunderland for indoor volleyball during the Olympics. [1] He is currently announcing Athletes Unlimited volleyball matches with Salima Rockwell on ESPNU. [2]
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