Sport is a microcosm of society in which racism and sexism persist (Eitzen, 2005; Hylton, 2021). Specifically, Black women athletes may experience adverse environments because of the combination of their racial and gender identies. Current literature suggests teammates, coaches, administrators, and spectators can perpetuate racial and gender stereotypes toward Black women athletes. However, increased evaluation of these relationships across playing level is needed, particularly within predominantly white sport settings, such as volleyball. Several organizations govern volleyball operations from the youth through professional level (e.g., USA Volleyball, National Collegiate Athletic Association, etc). Each of these organizations have committed to creating inclusive playing environments, but the extent to which these commitments are realized has been overlooked. The purpose of this narrative inquiry was to understand the counter-narratives of Black women, who formerly played NCAA Division I volleyball, regarding their athletic career. Informed by Ecological Systems Theory (Bronfenbrenner, 1994), Critical Race Theory (Delgado & Stefancic, 2023), and Black Feminist Thought (Collins, 1986), the study was guided by the following research questions: (1) What are the counter-narratives of Black women, who formerly played Division I volleyball, regarding racism during their playing career?; (2)What are the counter-narratives of Black women, who formerly played Division I volleyball, regarding sexism during their playing career?; and (3) What are the counter-narratives of Black women, who formerly played Division I volleyball, regarding the role of intersectionality during their playing career? Seven former athletes participated in narrative interviews. Through a narrative thematic analysis three themes were constructed: (a)“It’s natural to feel unsupported when there’s not a lot of people that look like you in your environment”: Self-Definition and Self-Valuation in Volleyball; (b) “A lot of times it's not an intentional, it's not your outwardly, I hate all minorities or all Black people type of racism”: The Matrix of Domination in Volleyball, and (c) “You don’t wanna be that person” or “I don’t mind conflict”: The Silencing of Afro-American Women’s Culture. The third theme informed the creation of two narrative archetypes, which are represented through composite stories. The findings can inform industry diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in sport.