In a stunning performance, the No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team overpowered the No. 16 Penn State Nittany Lions, winning decisively with scores of 25-6, 25-15, and 25-13 at Rec Hall. The match, held on Friday night, showcased Nebraska’s prowess on the court and highlighted significant discrepancies in both teams’ performances.
Match Highlights
- Nebraska improved to a record of 13-0 overall and 3-0 in Big Ten play.
- Penn State fell to 7-6 and 1-2 in the conference.
- The Huskers achieved a season-high hitting percentage of .437.
- Penn State struggled, posting a negative hitting percentage of -.114.
- This match marked Nebraska’s second-best defensive effort since 2001.
- Penn State’s total of 34 points is the lowest it has recorded in a match since 2001.
Individual Performances
Rebekah Allick led Nebraska with an impressive nine kills, hitting .615, along with four blocks. Virginia Adriano followed closely with eight kills, hitting .545. Other key contributors included:
- Andi Jackson – 6 kills
- Harper Murray – 6 kills
- Taylor Landfair – 5 kills
- Teraya Sigler – 3 kills
Bergen Reilly facilitated the offense with 26 assists and contributed eight digs, while Olivia Mauch topped the match in digs with 10. For Penn State, Kennedy Martin stood out with 11 kills but struggled at .182 hitting.
Set Breakdown
Set 1
After a slow start, Nebraska quickly turned the tide with a decisive 10-1 run, leading 11-3. Kills from Adriano, Sigler, and Murray propelled the Huskers forward. They capped the set with five consecutive points, finishing at 25-6. Nebraska hit .583 while holding Penn State to a dismal -.143.
Set 2
Nebraska maintained control, jumping out to an early 3-0 lead. They significantly widened the gap to 19-9 before securing the set 25-15. The combination of blocks from Allick and Murray and multiple kills from Adriano culminated in another strong performance.
Set 3
Leading 8-5, Nebraska unleashed an 8-0 run, pushing the score to 16-5. With back-to-back PSU hitting errors, Nebraska closed out the match with a 25-13 victory.
Looking Ahead
Nebraska will continue its season on Saturday at 6 p.m. (CT) facing Rutgers. Fans can watch the match via B1G+ or listen through the Huskers Radio Network. This victory solidifies Nebraska’s dominance in collegiate volleyball, proving their status as a formidable opponent in the Big Ten Conference.
