Liis Kullerkann (also known as Liis Kiviloo; born 2 May 1991) is an Estonian professional volleyball player, who plays as a middle blocker. She has represented the Estonia women's national volleyball team at multiple major tournaments and has built a diverse club career across Europe.[1]
Born in Tallinn, Kullerkann grew up in Keila and began playing volleyball at age 15, after a childhood focused on athletics, especially high jump.[2]
Collegiate and club career
Her talent earned her a scholarship to play in the U.S., where she excelling at Ohio University and later Duquesne University as an outside hitter.[3]
After completing her studies, Kullerkann began a professional career in Europe. In 2020, she signed with French Ligue A club Le Cannet, becoming a key figure in both the domestic league and the Estonian national team setup.[4]
National team
Kullerkann has been a long-time member of the Estonian women’s national volleyball team since around 2013, earning over 100 caps across European competition cycles.[2]
She played in Estonia’s historic first qualification to EuroVolley in 2019 and was part of the squad again in 2023.
Activism and advocacy
Off-court, Kullerkann is known for her environmental advocacy and leadership. After earning an MBA in sustainability, she has used her platform to promote eco-conscious practices in sport and beyond.[5]
Other notable events
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kullerkann shared her experience of being unexpectedly quarantined in France while preparing to rejoin her club, highlighting both logistical and emotional challenges for athletes abroad.[6]
Personal life
She is known to be multilingual and holds an international business bachelor’s degree along with an MBA in sustainability.
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