Nancy Lee Owen (born May 2, 1943) is an American former volleyball player.

She was born in Cleveland, Ohio and first became interested in volleyball after her physical education teacher introduced her to the sport.

[1][2] Owen grew up in southern California, where she received training in volleyball.

[2] After retiring Owen began working as a national speaker and representative for the sport of volleyball.

[2] After competing in the Olympics Owen began working as a coach for the California State University volleyball team.