Ohio State women's volleyball advanced to the Elite 8 this year, its first trip to the regional final since 2004.

Soon after the Buckeyes lost to the eventual champion Texas (25-18, 21-25, 25-13, 25-21), five OSU players – all seniors – entered the transfer portal.

That included All-American setter Mac Podraza and All-American libero Kylie Murr. Outside hitters Gabby Gonzales and Jenaisya Moore would be leaving, as would Adria Powell, who has now set a course for Clemson.

It was enough to raise eyebrows.

Why would such highly regarded athletes leave a top-ten program coming off its most successful season in years?