College Volleyball Star Aliyah Waldon Dies at 19 After Battling Aggressive Bone Cancer with 6-Inch Tumor; Mom Left ‘Shattered’
Mercer University is mourning the death of sophomore volleyball player Aliyah Waldon, 19, who passed away Sunday after a courageous fight with bone cancer. A standout athlete, she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2024, forcing her to miss her sophomore season. Her team supported her throughout, and she is remembered for her infectious spirit.
Mercer University is mourning the death of sophomore volleyball player Aliyah Waldon, 19, who passed away Sunday after a courageous fight with bone cancer. A standout athlete, she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2024, forcing her to miss her sophomore season. Her team supported her throughout, and she is remembered for her infectious spirit.
