Betsie Aldridge Taylor

Betsie Aldridge Taylor

Class of 1990

Betsie Aldridge Taylor was a remarkably successful athlete at Comstock High School. During her high school career, she made significant contributions to winning 6 Wolverine Conference, 6 District, 3 Regional and 2 State Championships. Betsie was one of the most coachable athletes to have worn a Comstock uniform. Her willingness to learn and her overall attitude were powerful intangibles that all coaches hope their teams will possess. Betsie was also a great team player placing team accomplishments ahead of her individual goals. After high school, Betsie earned a full ride scholarship to the University of Kentucky where she was a 4 year starter in volleyball and team captain her senior year. She is currently the Executive Director for the Kentucky Nursery and Landscaping Association. She is also married to Juan Taylor who is the current Wide Receivers Coach at the University of Buffalo and recently welcomed their newborn daughter Kennedy. Written by Jim Kordupel

Comstock High School – 6 Varsity Letters

  • 3 Varsity Letters – Basketball
    • 1989 2nd Team All State Basketball
    • MHSAA District Champions – 1987, 88 & 89
    • Wolverine Conference Champions – 1987, 88, & 89
  • 3 Varsity Letters - Volleyball
    • 1989 & 90 Class B 1st Team All State Volleyball
    • MHSAA State Champions – 1989 & 90
    • MHSAA District Champions – 1988
    • Wolverine Conference Champions – 1988, 89 & 90
    • 1990 Volleyball State Dream Team – Top 8 Players in Michigan
    • 1990 Fabulous 50 – 50 Best Senior High School Players in the USA
    • 1990 Selection to play in MIVCA All Star Classic
    • 1990 Selection to attend National Elite Junior Training Camp

University of Kentucky – NCAA Division I

  • 4 Yr. Varsity Letter Winner & 4 Yr. Starter – Volleyball
  • 1990 & 1991 Ranked in NCAA top 10
  • 1992 NIVC Champions
  • 1993 Ranked #5 in Nation

Coaching Career – Kentucky State University – NCAA Division II

  • Head Volleyball Coach – 2004 & 2005
    • 2004 & 2005 SIAC Western Division Champions