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'Our hearts are extremely heavy' | Volleyball player dies after battle with aggressive cancer

Aliyah Waldon inspired her team and community during her fight with rare osteosarcoma, with Mercer honoring her courage and unity in over 20 tributes, officials said.

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Mercer Volleyball player Aliyah Waldon has passed away after battling bone cancer. The team honors her memory and asks for thoughts and prayers for her family.

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'Our hearts are extremely heavy' | Volleyball player dies after battle with aggressive cancer

Mercer Volleyball player Aliyah Waldon has passed away after battling bone cancer. The team honors her memory and asks for thoughts and prayers for her family.

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'Our hearts are extremely heavy' | Mercer Volleyball player dies after battle with cancer, team announces

Mercer Volleyball player Aliyah Waldon has passed away after battling bone cancer. The team honors her memory and asks for thoughts and prayers for her family.

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WMAZ broke the news in on Monday, September 29, 2025.
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