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Nebraska Head Coach Jeanne Sutherland will welcome three high school golfers from the Midwest for the 2024-25 season, after the Huskers announced their most recent women's golf signees on Wednesday.

Eden Lohrbach (Ames, Iowa) Bridget Butler (Barrington, Illinois) and Olivia Lovegrove (Lincoln, Nebraska) will join the Huskers next season after making their college plans official on Nov. 8.

Sutherland said all three student-athletes are high-character young people who love golf and want to get better every day at Nebraska.

Lohrbach was a three-time Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Player of the Year at Gilbert High School prior to her spring golf season in 2024. A two-time IGHSAU Class 3A state champion (2021, 2023) and the Class 3A state runner-up in 2022, &nbsp;she was also the Class 2A co-ed state champion in 2022.&nbsp;

“Eden will make an immediate impact on our team. &nbsp;She loves the game of golf. She knows how to score, and plays her best when it matters most. She went undefeated this year in high school golf, and that speaks to her competitiveness and focus on the course. She is very excited to join the Huskers and do her best to help us win tournaments. Eden is a strong student and a good person on and off the course. We are thrilled that Eden chose to become a Husker.”

Lohrbach led Gilbert to a Class 3A state team title and an 86-0 head-to-head record in 2023 for Coach Grant Walker, after helping the Tigers to state runner-up finishes in 2021 and 2022. She also powered Gilbert to three consecutive conference and district championships in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Individually, Lohrbach was undefeated as a junior in 2023.

Lohrbach was the runner up at the Iowa Women’s Amateur in 2021, before finishing third at the state women’s amateur in both 2022 and 2023.

“I chose Nebraska because the coaching staff and the resources available for student-athletes are amazing," Lohrbach said. "Coach Sutherland has so much experience, I can’t wait to learn from her to help me grow as a person and player.”

Butler is a three-time all-conference and all-regional golfer at Barrington High School in Illinois. She helped the Broncos to the 2021 state team championship as a sophomore, while also leading the school to four consecutive conference and regional team titles.

"Bridget is a tremendous athlete who has the ability to grow into a leader at Nebraska and in the Big Ten,” Sutherland said. “She has a strong work ethic and the desire to help the Huskers win championships. Bridget has excelled at numerous sports and brings a strong team spirit and love of competition to the team. She will have the opportunity to help us very soon. She’s also strong in the classroom and a great person to have in our program.”

Butler, who was the 2022 individual regional champion, also won individual titles in 2023 at the Mike Rusk tournament, Conway Farms tournament and the Kevin Streelman Invitational.

A strong performer in the classroom, Butler was a member of National Honor Society in high school. She plans to major in sports media and communications at Nebraska.

“I chose Nebraska because of the high-level golf program, coaching staff and school spirit," Butler said. "The coaches were definitely a big part of why I decided on Nebraska. Not only that, but the team culture was certainly something I wanted to be a part of.”

Lovegrove, a senior at Lincoln Christian High School, was the 2022 Nebraska Class C state champion and the 2023 Class C state runner-up, after finishing fourth at state as both a freshman and sophomore. A four-time district champion, Lovegrove fired a Class C state record 65 on her way to the district title as a junior in 2022. &nbsp;A two-time conference champion, Lovegrove’s 66 in 2023 also set the conference record.

“Olivia has been a dominant player in Lincoln and the state of Nebraska this past year,” Sutherland said. “She loves Nebraska and has worked hard to be the best player she can be to help us be a better team. She is strong in the classroom and a wonderful person. We are looking forward to her being a Husker.”

The four-time all-state selection and three-time Super State pick was also the champion of all three Nebraska Junior Golf Spring Series events in 2023. She helped the Crusaders to a state runner-up finish as a freshman in 2020 and three district championships in 2020, 2022 and 2023.

An outstanding student, Lovegrove was a two-time member of National Honor Society and a two-time academic all-conference selection at LCS. She plans to major in business administration at Nebraska.

“I chose Nebraska because of the school’s incredible care toward their athletes, the amazing College of Business and the high level golf program," Lovegrove said. "Growing up in Lincoln, it has always been a dream of mine to be a Husker athlete.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska Head Coach Jeanne Sutherland will welcome three high school golfers from the Midwest for the 2024-25 season, after the Huskers announced their most recent women's golf signees on Wednesday.Eden Lohrbach (Ames, Iowa) Bridget Butler (Barrington, Illinois) and Olivia Lovegrove (Lincoln, Nebraska) will join the Huskers next season after making their college plans official on Nov. 8.Sutherland said all three student-athletes are high-character young people who love golf and want to get better every day at Nebraska.Lohrbach was a three-time Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Player of the Year at Gilbert High School prior to her spring golf season in 2024. A two-time IGHSAU Class 3A state champion (2021, 2023) and the Class 3A state runner-up in 2022, &nbsp;she was also the Class 2A co-ed state champion in 2022.&nbsp;“Eden will make an immediate impact on our team. &nbsp;She loves the game of golf. She knows how to score, and plays her best when it matters most. She went undefeated this year in high school golf, and that speaks to her competitiveness and focus on the course. She is very excited to join the Huskers and do her best to help us win tournaments. Eden is a strong student and a good person on and off the course. We are thrilled that Eden chose to become a Husker.”Lohrbach led Gilbert to a Class 3A state team title and an 86-0 head-to-head record in 2023 for Coach Grant Walker, after helping the Tigers to state runner-up finishes in 2021 and 2022. She also powered Gilbert to three consecutive conference and district championships in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Individually, Lohrbach was undefeated as a junior in 2023.Lohrbach was the runner up at the Iowa Women’s Amateur in 2021, before finishing third at the state women’s amateur in both 2022 and 2023.“I chose Nebraska because the coaching staff and the resources available for student-athletes are amazing," Lohrbach said. "Coach Sutherland has so much experience, I can’t wait to learn from her to help me grow as a person and player.”Butler is a three-time all-conference and all-regional golfer at Barrington High School in Illinois. She helped the Broncos to the 2021 state team championship as a sophomore, while also leading the school to four consecutive conference and regional team titles."Bridget is a tremendous athlete who has the ability to grow into a leader at Nebraska and in the Big Ten,” Sutherland said. “She has a strong work ethic and the desire to help the Huskers win championships. Bridget has excelled at numerous sports and brings a strong team spirit and love of competition to the team. She will have the opportunity to help us very soon. She’s also strong in the classroom and a great person to have in our program.”Butler, who was the 2022 individual regional champion, also won individual titles in 2023 at the Mike Rusk tournament, Conway Farms tournament and the Kevin Streelman Invitational.A strong performer in the classroom, Butler was a member of National Honor Society in high school. She plans to major in sports media and communications at Nebraska.“I chose Nebraska because of the high-level golf program, coaching staff and school spirit," Butler said. "The coaches were definitely a big part of why I decided on Nebraska. Not only that, but the team culture was certainly something I wanted to be a part of.”Lovegrove, a senior at Lincoln Christian High School, was the 2022 Nebraska Class C state champion and the 2023 Class C state runner-up, after finishing fourth at state as both a freshman and sophomore. A four-time district champion, Lovegrove fired a Class C state record 65 on her way to the district title as a junior in 2022. &nbsp;A two-time conference champion, Lovegrove’s 66 in 2023 also set the conference record.“Olivia has been a dominant player in Lincoln and the state of Nebraska this past year,” Sutherland said. “She loves Nebraska and has worked hard to be the best player she can be to help us be a better team. She is strong in the classroom and a wonderful person. We are looking forward to her being a Husker.”The four-time all-state selection and three-time Super State pick was also the champion of all three Nebraska Junior Golf Spring Series events in 2023. She helped the Crusaders to a state runner-up finish as a freshman in 2020 and three district championships in 2020, 2022 and 2023.An outstanding student, Lovegrove was a two-time member of National Honor Society and a two-time academic all-conference selection at LCS. She plans to major in business administration at Nebraska.“I chose Nebraska because of the school’s incredible care toward their athletes, the amazing College of Business and the high level golf program," Lovegrove said. "Growing up in Lincoln, it has always been a dream of mine to be a Husker athlete.

Huskers add three talented Midwest Golfers

The No. 3 Nebraska bowling team finalized its 2024 incoming freshman recruiting class, bringing in the nation's top prospective athletes to the Big Red roster including Haley Swindle, Karina Capron and Kayla Starr.

Kayla Starr, Crofton, MDStarr, a right-handed bowler from Crofton, Md., brings immense levels of experience to the Cornhusker bowling program. The bowler holds a top game of 300 and has demonstrated high performance levels at the Junior Gold championships. Starr earned runner-up honors at 2021 Junior Gold, while placing in the top five in 2022. She also finished second at the 2022 PBA Jr. Nationals and was a member of the 2022 Jr. Team USA Development Team. Starr also highlights her resume by being crowned a three-time Virginia State Pepsi Champion (2019, 2021, 2022).

“Kayla Starr is a tremendous player with a strong resume on the national scene,” Head Coach Klempa said. “She is a member of Team USA and has been a competitive player for years nationally. She is a great ambassador for the sport and will do the same for Husker Bowling. She comes from a supportive family and we are blessed to have her join our Husker Bowling family.”

“I chose Nebraska because there's truly no place like Nebraska,” Starr said. “It felt like home. The amount of support offered to student athletes is unmatched. The amazing coaches, players, nutritionists, trainers and other support staff along with state of the art facilities are unlike any other. The legacy of tradition of Nebraska Bowling runs deep and their distinguished winning culture sets them apart from the rest.”

Haley Swindle, Sharpsburg, Ga.A Sharpsburg, Ga., native, Haley Shae Swindle joins Starr in the 2024 recruiting class. The right-hander hails from East Coweta High School with a 4.0 GPA, High Honors and a powerful resume of her sport. Swindle holds a high game of 277, with a 741 high series. A Georgia Pepsi Champion and GYBT Tournament of Champions Champion, Swindle is also the 2022 Youth Open Champion, PBA Regional Jr. Champion, as well as a three-time Junior Gold Final Advancer. Along with bowling, Swindle also was a strong volleyball player at East Coweta, earning a high school letter.

“I chose Nebraska because I loved the campus and all the opportunities given to athletes, and I feel like it will give me the best education as well as prepare me the best to bowl professionally after college,” Swindle said. “I also loved the program, team and coaches, so I am very happy I will be spending my four years of college with them!”

“Haley Swindle is an excellent addition to our program,” Klempa said. “She comes from a very supportive family and has a solid competitive resume. Haley has been a top player on the national scene for years and she also excels in the classroom. We are fortunate that Nebraska is Haley’s choice and we are confident she will help us succeed on and off the lanes for many more years to come.”

Karina Capron, Fremont, Neb.A native of Fremont, Neb., Karina Capron rounded out the 2024 class. The right-hander’s commitment marks the first Nebraska-born recruit to the bowling program since the senior year of three-time All-American and daughter of legendary coach Bill Straub, Meghan Straub. Capron brings a deep and extensive resume full of high school and national experience. With a pair of 300 games, and a 796 high series, Capron is a Junior Team USA member, in addition to winning the U12 2017 Junior Gold Championship. She continued her success at Junior Gold earning runner-up honors in 2018 and 2023 with a 300 game during qualifying. Capron has proven to be a dominant force both locally and nationally, highlighted by being a seven-time Nebraska State Pepsi Champion, holding the championship for the past six years since 2016. Capron also holds herself among professionals in the nation by placing in the top 36/149 at the 2023 USA Team Trials.&nbsp;

“Karina Capron is an outstanding competitor and player,” Klempa said. “We are thrilled that she is a native Nebraskan and has agreed to keep her amazing talents in-state. Karina will be a key force in extending Nebraska Bowling’s tradition of success in the classroom and on the lanes. We could not be happier that she will remain a Husker where she belongs.”

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe No. 3 Nebraska bowling team finalized its 2024 incoming freshman recruiting class, bringing in the nation's top prospective athletes to the Big Red roster including Haley Swindle, Karina Capron and Kayla Starr.Kayla Starr, Crofton, MDStarr, a right-handed bowler from Crofton, Md., brings immense levels of experience to the Cornhusker bowling program. The bowler holds a top game of 300 and has demonstrated high performance levels at the Junior Gold championships. Starr earned runner-up honors at 2021 Junior Gold, while placing in the top five in 2022. She also finished second at the 2022 PBA Jr. Nationals and was a member of the 2022 Jr. Team USA Development Team. Starr also highlights her resume by being crowned a three-time Virginia State Pepsi Champion (2019, 2021, 2022).“Kayla Starr is a tremendous player with a strong resume on the national scene,” Head Coach Klempa said. “She is a member of Team USA and has been a competitive player for years nationally. She is a great ambassador for the sport and will do the same for Husker Bowling. She comes from a supportive family and we are blessed to have her join our Husker Bowling family.”“I chose Nebraska because there's truly no place like Nebraska,” Starr said. “It felt like home. The amount of support offered to student athletes is unmatched. The amazing coaches, players, nutritionists, trainers and other support staff along with state of the art facilities are unlike any other. The legacy of tradition of Nebraska Bowling runs deep and their distinguished winning culture sets them apart from the rest.”Haley Swindle, Sharpsburg, Ga.A Sharpsburg, Ga., native, Haley Shae Swindle joins Starr in the 2024 recruiting class. The right-hander hails from East Coweta High School with a 4.0 GPA, High Honors and a powerful resume of her sport. Swindle holds a high game of 277, with a 741 high series. A Georgia Pepsi Champion and GYBT Tournament of Champions Champion, Swindle is also the 2022 Youth Open Champion, PBA Regional Jr. Champion, as well as a three-time Junior Gold Final Advancer. Along with bowling, Swindle also was a strong volleyball player at East Coweta, earning a high school letter.“I chose Nebraska because I loved the campus and all the opportunities given to athletes, and I feel like it will give me the best education as well as prepare me the best to bowl professionally after college,” Swindle said. “I also loved the program, team and coaches, so I am very happy I will be spending my four years of college with them!”“Haley Swindle is an excellent addition to our program,” Klempa said. “She comes from a very supportive family and has a solid competitive resume. Haley has been a top player on the national scene for years and she also excels in the classroom. We are fortunate that Nebraska is Haley’s choice and we are confident she will help us succeed on and off the lanes for many more years to come.”Karina Capron, Fremont, Neb.A native of Fremont, Neb., Karina Capron rounded out the 2024 class. The right-hander’s commitment marks the first Nebraska-born recruit to the bowling program since the senior year of three-time All-American and daughter of legendary coach Bill Straub, Meghan Straub. Capron brings a deep and extensive resume full of high school and national experience. With a pair of 300 games, and a 796 high series, Capron is a Junior Team USA member, in addition to winning the U12 2017 Junior Gold Championship. She continued her success at Junior Gold earning runner-up honors in 2018 and 2023 with a 300 game during qualifying. Capron has proven to be a dominant force both locally and nationally, highlighted by being a seven-time Nebraska State Pepsi Champion, holding the championship for the past six years since 2016. Capron also holds herself among professionals in the nation by placing in the top 36/149 at the 2023 USA Team Trials.&nbsp;“Karina Capron is an outstanding competitor and player,” Klempa said. “We are thrilled that she is a native Nebraskan and has agreed to keep her amazing talents in-state. Karina will be a key force in extending Nebraska Bowling’s tradition of success in the classroom and on the lanes. We could not be happier that she will remain a Husker where she belongs.”

Husker Bowling announce class of 2024 recruits

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team won its 24th match in a row with a 3-1 (28-26, 24-26, 25-11, 25-20) win over Northwestern in front of 8,637 fans at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Wednesday night.&nbsp;

Nebraska improved to 24-0 (15-0 Big Ten), its best start to a season since 2005 (28-0). Northwestern dropped to 11-14 (5-10 Big Ten).&nbsp;

The Huskers hit .278 and held the Wildcats to .143, including .087 over the final three sets. Nebraska had 13 blocks on the night, including seven by Bekka Allick, six by Andi Jackson and five by Bergen Reilly.&nbsp;

Merritt Beason and Harper Murray each had 13 kills to lead the Big Red. Allick tied her season high with 11 kills and hit .562, and Ally Batenhorst also had double-digit kills with 10. Jackson chipped in eight kills on .600 hitting.&nbsp;

Reilly finished with 45 assists and 12 digs for her third straight double-double. Lexi Rodriguez had 11 digs, while Beason had 10.&nbsp;

Laney Choboy served two of Nebraska's four aces in the match.&nbsp;

Set 1:&nbsp;The Huskers held a 5-3 lead before Northwestern scored a 6-2 run to go up 9-7. The Wildcats led 12-10 when a kill by Murray and Wildcat attacking error tied the score at 12-12. A kill by Jackson put the Big Red back on top, 15-14, but Northwestern scored four straight points to go up 20-17. The Wildcats led 22-19, but a kill by Allick and Northwestern hitting error got Nebraska within 22-21. Beason then smashed back-to-back kills to put the Huskers up 23-22. A Northwestern kill tied the score at 23-23, but Beason stepped up with another kill for set point, 24-23. Northwestern answered again, but Batenhorst posted a kill for another set point, 25-24. Once again, the Wildcats fought it off with a kill, and a Husker hitting error gave Northwestern set point, 26-25. Beason terminated from the back row to make it 26-26, and Allick and Murray teamed up for a block and another Husker set point, 27-26. This time, Murray finished off the set with a kill for a 28-26 win.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Set 2:&nbsp;The Huskers jumped out to a 10-4 lead with two kills by Allick and two by Beason. But Northwestern rallied from down 13-7 with five straight points to get within one, 13-12. After a Murray kill, the Wildcats got a kill and a block to tie the score at 14-14. Beason and Allick combined for a block and a 15-14 lead, but the Wildcats scored five of the next six points to go up 19-16. A service error by Northwestern was followed by two Wildcat hitting errors to tie the score at 19-19. Murray tallied two kills around two Northwestern hitting errors for a 23-20 Husker lead.&nbsp; But the Wildcats answered with two kills, an ace and a block to claim set point at 24-23. Murray terminated for the Huskers to tie the score at 24-24, but Northwestern went back up 25-24 with a kill and won the set, 26-24, with a block.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Set 3:&nbsp;Murray had two kills, Allick had a solo block, and Reilly served an ace for a 4-0 Husker start. Back-to-back kills by Batenhorst and Jackson kept Nebraska up by four, 9-5, and an ace by Choboy helped the Huskers build the lead to 12-6. After Northwestern cut it to 12-8, Murray had a kill and Allick posted back-to-back blocks for a 16-8 lead. Allick added a kill and Batenhorst put down three straight kills as the Huskers increased their lead to 23-10. Allick tacked on one more kill, and Beason and Jackson combined for a block and a 25-11 win. The Huskers held the Wildcats to -.074 hitting in the set.&nbsp;

Set 4:&nbsp;The Huskers fell behind 8-3 before rallying with a 6-0 run to take a 9-8 lead. Batenhorst and Beason had kills, and then Jackson and Reilly combined for three blocks in a row before an ace by Choboy. Kills by Jackson and Allick put Nebraska ahead 11-9, and Nebraska went up 16-12 after kills by Murray, Allick and Batenhorst and an ace by Rodriguez. The Wildcats got within two, 17-15, after two Husker hitting errors, but blocks by Jackson and Reilly and Jackson and Murray made it 19-15. Beason and Allick pounded kills for a 23-16 lead, and Beason earned match point for the Huskers at 24-17 with a kill. Allick hammered back an overpass to complete the win, 25-20.&nbsp;

Up Next:&nbsp;The Huskers host Illinois on Sunday at 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team won its 24th match in a row with a 3-1 (28-26, 24-26, 25-11, 25-20) win over Northwestern in front of 8,637 fans at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Wednesday night.&nbsp;Nebraska improved to 24-0 (15-0 Big Ten), its best start to a season since 2005 (28-0). Northwestern dropped to 11-14 (5-10 Big Ten).&nbsp;The Huskers hit .278 and held the Wildcats to .143, including .087 over the final three sets. Nebraska had 13 blocks on the night, including seven by Bekka Allick, six by Andi Jackson and five by Bergen Reilly.&nbsp;Merritt Beason and Harper Murray each had 13 kills to lead the Big Red. Allick tied her season high with 11 kills and hit .562, and Ally Batenhorst also had double-digit kills with 10. Jackson chipped in eight kills on .600 hitting.&nbsp;Reilly finished with 45 assists and 12 digs for her third straight double-double. Lexi Rodriguez had 11 digs, while Beason had 10.&nbsp;Laney Choboy served two of Nebraska's four aces in the match.&nbsp;Set 1:&nbsp;The Huskers held a 5-3 lead before Northwestern scored a 6-2 run to go up 9-7. The Wildcats led 12-10 when a kill by Murray and Wildcat attacking error tied the score at 12-12. A kill by Jackson put the Big Red back on top, 15-14, but Northwestern scored four straight points to go up 20-17. The Wildcats led 22-19, but a kill by Allick and Northwestern hitting error got Nebraska within 22-21. Beason then smashed back-to-back kills to put the Huskers up 23-22. A Northwestern kill tied the score at 23-23, but Beason stepped up with another kill for set point, 24-23. Northwestern answered again, but Batenhorst posted a kill for another set point, 25-24. Once again, the Wildcats fought it off with a kill, and a Husker hitting error gave Northwestern set point, 26-25. Beason terminated from the back row to make it 26-26, and Allick and Murray teamed up for a block and another Husker set point, 27-26. This time, Murray finished off the set with a kill for a 28-26 win.&nbsp;&nbsp;Set 2:&nbsp;The Huskers jumped out to a 10-4 lead with two kills by Allick and two by Beason. But Northwestern rallied from down 13-7 with five straight points to get within one, 13-12. After a Murray kill, the Wildcats got a kill and a block to tie the score at 14-14. Beason and Allick combined for a block and a 15-14 lead, but the Wildcats scored five of the next six points to go up 19-16. A service error by Northwestern was followed by two Wildcat hitting errors to tie the score at 19-19. Murray tallied two kills around two Northwestern hitting errors for a 23-20 Husker lead.&nbsp; But the Wildcats answered with two kills, an ace and a block to claim set point at 24-23. Murray terminated for the Huskers to tie the score at 24-24, but Northwestern went back up 25-24 with a kill and won the set, 26-24, with a block.&nbsp;&nbsp;Set 3:&nbsp;Murray had two kills, Allick had a solo block, and Reilly served an ace for a 4-0 Husker start. Back-to-back kills by Batenhorst and Jackson kept Nebraska up by four, 9-5, and an ace by Choboy helped the Huskers build the lead to 12-6. After Northwestern cut it to 12-8, Murray had a kill and Allick posted back-to-back blocks for a 16-8 lead. Allick added a kill and Batenhorst put down three straight kills as the Huskers increased their lead to 23-10. Allick tacked on one more kill, and Beason and Jackson combined for a block and a 25-11 win. The Huskers held the Wildcats to -.074 hitting in the set.&nbsp;Set 4:&nbsp;The Huskers fell behind 8-3 before rallying with a 6-0 run to take a 9-8 lead. Batenhorst and Beason had kills, and then Jackson and Reilly combined for three blocks in a row before an ace by Choboy. Kills by Jackson and Allick put Nebraska ahead 11-9, and Nebraska went up 16-12 after kills by Murray, Allick and Batenhorst and an ace by Rodriguez. The Wildcats got within two, 17-15, after two Husker hitting errors, but blocks by Jackson and Reilly and Jackson and Murray made it 19-15. Beason and Allick pounded kills for a 23-16 lead, and Beason earned match point for the Huskers at 24-17 with a kill. Allick hammered back an overpass to complete the win, 25-20.&nbsp;Up Next:&nbsp;The Huskers host Illinois on Sunday at 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.&nbsp;

Huskers battle past Wildcats, 3-1

The Nebraska volleyball program announced its 2024 signing class on National Letter of Intent Signing Day on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Head Coach John Cook and the Huskers secured the signings of two of the top prospects in the nation, libero Olivia Mauch (Bennington, Neb.) and outside hitter Skyler Pierce (Lenexa, Kan.).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mauch, a 5-6 libero, was the starting libero for the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won gold at the FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia in August. She had 13 digs in the championship match, a 3-2 comeback win over Turkey. Mauch averaged 7.1 digs per set and had 49 service aces in her senior season at Bennington this fall, leading the Badgers to the Class B state semifinals each of the past two years.&nbsp;

Pierce, a 6-2 outside hitter, also has major international experience with the U.S. National Team program, having competed at the FIVB U21 World Championships in August. Pierce starred at Olathe Northwest, where she averaged 4.6 kills per set with a .402 hitting percentage to go along with 230 digs, 67 aces and 43 blocks in her senior season in which the Ravens finished third at the Kansas 6A state tournament.&nbsp;

2024 Nebraska Volleyball Signing ClassOlivia Mauch, 5-6, Libero, Bennington, Neb. (Bennington)-Was a member of the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia-Had a team-high 13 digs in the championship match, a 3-2 comeback win over Turkey&nbsp;-Also was part of the U.S. Girls U19 National Training Team in 2022-Averaged 7.1 digs per set and had 49 service aces in her senior season at Bennington-As a junior, averaged 8.5 digs per set and served 83 aces-Led the Badgers to the Nebraska Class B state semifinals as a junior and senior-Was a Lincoln Journal Star Super-State and Omaha World-Herald All-Nebraska selection-Played club volleyball for Premier-Ranked as the nation's No. 16 overall prospect and No. 2 libero prospect according to PrepVolleyball.com&nbsp;-Parents are Jim Mauch and Pam Vogltanz

Cook Quote:&nbsp;"Olivia is one of the most technically sound and steady liberos in the country. She has played at a high level with the U.S. Under 19 National Team and helped them win a world championship this summer in Croatia. She’s got a feel for the game that you really want to see in a libero. Olivia is always in the right spot at the right time and just makes it look easy. She is an elite serve receiver who can easily take charge of the back row. We have watched her emerge into a fiery and vocal leader for her teams. Olivia understands what it means to be a Nebraska volleyball player and we are looking forward to her continued growth as a Husker."

Skyler Pierce, 6-2, Outside Hitter, Lenexa, Kan. (Olathe Northwest)-Selected to the U.S. U21 National Team that finished sixth at the 2023 FIVB U21 World Championships in Mexico &nbsp;-Had nine kills and two blocks in the final match for the U.S. U21 Team-Was an alternate team member for the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia-Was part of the U.S. Girls U19 National Training Team in 2022 and selected to the 2020 USA Volleyball High Performance Girls Youth A2 Team-Named to the Kansas 6A All-State First Team at Olathe Northwest-Led Olathe Northwest to a third-place finish at the Kansas 6A state tournament as a senior, averaging 4.6 kills per set with a .402 hitting percentage for the season while totaling 230 digs, 67 aces and 43 blocks-Was a MaxPreps Underclass All-American and the MetroKC Volleyball Player of the Year as well as the MetroKC All-Star Game MVP as a junior in 2022-As a freshman, led the Ravens to the Kansas 6A state championship match and was the only freshman named to the Kansas 6A All-State First Team-Chosen a two-time unanimous Olathe Player of the Year-Played club volleyball for Team Dynasty and was the MVP as Dynasty won the USAV 15 Open national title in 2021-Ranked as the nation's No. 20 overall prospect and No. 6 outside hitter prospect according to PrepVolleyball.com-Parents are Juaquin and Debe Orosco

Cook Quote:&nbsp;"Skyler is a six rotation outside and is a talented multi-sport athlete who excelled in basketball, too. She has spent time with the U.S. Under 19 and 21 teams and has competed at an extremely high level. Skyler already bleeds Husker red and has traveled to more of our matches than any recruit we’ve had before. Skyler is an incredibly gifted athlete who is not only a great attacker, but can serve, pass and play defense in the back row as well. She has a very calm but stable demeanor to her but is a fierce competitor who wants the ball in big moments. We are excited to see her develop into a dominant left-side attacker, and she will be a great addition to our team."

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe Nebraska volleyball program announced its 2024 signing class on National Letter of Intent Signing Day on Wednesday.&nbsp;Head Coach John Cook and the Huskers secured the signings of two of the top prospects in the nation, libero Olivia Mauch (Bennington, Neb.) and outside hitter Skyler Pierce (Lenexa, Kan.).&nbsp;&nbsp;Mauch, a 5-6 libero, was the starting libero for the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won gold at the FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia in August. She had 13 digs in the championship match, a 3-2 comeback win over Turkey. Mauch averaged 7.1 digs per set and had 49 service aces in her senior season at Bennington this fall, leading the Badgers to the Class B state semifinals each of the past two years.&nbsp;Pierce, a 6-2 outside hitter, also has major international experience with the U.S. National Team program, having competed at the FIVB U21 World Championships in August. Pierce starred at Olathe Northwest, where she averaged 4.6 kills per set with a .402 hitting percentage to go along with 230 digs, 67 aces and 43 blocks in her senior season in which the Ravens finished third at the Kansas 6A state tournament.&nbsp;2024 Nebraska Volleyball Signing ClassOlivia Mauch, 5-6, Libero, Bennington, Neb. (Bennington)-Was a member of the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia-Had a team-high 13 digs in the championship match, a 3-2 comeback win over Turkey&nbsp;-Also was part of the U.S. Girls U19 National Training Team in 2022-Averaged 7.1 digs per set and had 49 service aces in her senior season at Bennington-As a junior, averaged 8.5 digs per set and served 83 aces-Led the Badgers to the Nebraska Class B state semifinals as a junior and senior-Was a Lincoln Journal Star Super-State and Omaha World-Herald All-Nebraska selection-Played club volleyball for Premier-Ranked as the nation's No. 16 overall prospect and No. 2 libero prospect according to PrepVolleyball.com&nbsp;-Parents are Jim Mauch and Pam VogltanzCook Quote:&nbsp;"Olivia is one of the most technically sound and steady liberos in the country. She has played at a high level with the U.S. Under 19 National Team and helped them win a world championship this summer in Croatia. She’s got a feel for the game that you really want to see in a libero. Olivia is always in the right spot at the right time and just makes it look easy. She is an elite serve receiver who can easily take charge of the back row. We have watched her emerge into a fiery and vocal leader for her teams. Olivia understands what it means to be a Nebraska volleyball player and we are looking forward to her continued growth as a Husker."Skyler Pierce, 6-2, Outside Hitter, Lenexa, Kan. (Olathe Northwest)-Selected to the U.S. U21 National Team that finished sixth at the 2023 FIVB U21 World Championships in Mexico &nbsp;-Had nine kills and two blocks in the final match for the U.S. U21 Team-Was an alternate team member for the U.S. Girls U19 Team that won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB U19 World Championships in Croatia-Was part of the U.S. Girls U19 National Training Team in 2022 and selected to the 2020 USA Volleyball High Performance Girls Youth A2 Team-Named to the Kansas 6A All-State First Team at Olathe Northwest-Led Olathe Northwest to a third-place finish at the Kansas 6A state tournament as a senior, averaging 4.6 kills per set with a .402 hitting percentage for the season while totaling 230 digs, 67 aces and 43 blocks-Was a MaxPreps Underclass All-American and the MetroKC Volleyball Player of the Year as well as the MetroKC All-Star Game MVP as a junior in 2022-As a freshman, led the Ravens to the Kansas 6A state championship match and was the only freshman named to the Kansas 6A All-State First Team-Chosen a two-time unanimous Olathe Player of the Year-Played club volleyball for Team Dynasty and was the MVP as Dynasty won the USAV 15 Open national title in 2021-Ranked as the nation's No. 20 overall prospect and No. 6 outside hitter prospect according to PrepVolleyball.com-Parents are Juaquin and Debe OroscoCook Quote:&nbsp;"Skyler is a six rotation outside and is a talented multi-sport athlete who excelled in basketball, too. She has spent time with the U.S. Under 19 and 21 teams and has competed at an extremely high level. Skyler already bleeds Husker red and has traveled to more of our matches than any recruit we’ve had before. Skyler is an incredibly gifted athlete who is not only a great attacker, but can serve, pass and play defense in the back row as well. She has a very calm but stable demeanor to her but is a fierce competitor who wants the ball in big moments. We are excited to see her develop into a dominant left-side attacker, and she will be a great addition to our team."

Huskers Sign Olivia Mauch and Skyler Pierce

The Nebraska swimming and diving team continues their home stretch with a dual against Iowa on Friday at 4 p.m. (CT) at the Devaney Natatorium.&nbsp;

The Huskers are coming off a big win over Kansas last Friday, where they captured wins in 12 of the 16 events. Sophomore Gena Jorgenson took home three individual titles for the Huskers in the 1000 freestyle (10:07.89), 500 freestyle (4:57.16) and 400 IM (4:27.40).

Emily Haimes added two individual titles and two relay titles for the Huskers. Haimes barely edged freshman Beatrix Tanko for the win in the 50 freestyle (23.97) and added a first-place finish in the 100 freestyle (51.76). The co-captain teamed up with Tanko, Lexi Kucera and Giulia Marchi for a win in the 400 freestyle relay and contributed to the second-place 200 medley relay (1:45.21) with Gabby Donahue, JoJo Randby and Kucera.

Senior Sarah Barton grabbed three top-three finishes against the Jayhawks, including a win in the 200 butterfly (2:03.67). Freshman Anastasia Tichy finished closely behind with a time of 2:04.05.

Maia Hall earned two first-place finishes in the 100 breaststroke and 200 breaststroke for the Huskers. The junior from Whitby, England, set season-bests in both events with times of 1:04.29 and 2:18.63.

Marchi took home her second victory of the season in the 200 freestyle and set a season-best time of 1:51.52. Anna Vlachou and Kucera claimed second and third, respectively. Marchi added a runner-up finish in the 100 freestyle (52.21).

With a Big Ten Freshman of the Week title under her belt, Tanko continued to shine for the Huskers. She captured a win in the 100 butterfly (55.87) and a second-place finish in the 50 freestyle (24.04). Tanko also contributed to two top-three relays.

Freshman Antonina Harned earned a first-place finish on the three-meter dive with a score of 331.50. Abby Baxter and Kelsey Clairmont claimed third and fourth, with scores of 315.23 and 309.23. On the one-meter dive, Baxter took second (285.53) and Clairmont placed third (284.03).

The Iowa Hawkeyes enter the meet with a 1-1 record. Freshman Olivia Swalley had a big meet for the Hawkeyes in their last outing against Vanderbilt. Swalley notched three wins and broke into the Iowa Top-Ten List in the 100 breaststroke (1:02.16) and 200 breaststroke (2:17.41). She was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week after her impressive performance against the Commodores.&nbsp;

In the previous meeting between these two teams in Iowa City, Iowa (Oct. 21, 2022), the Huskers outlasted the Hawkeyes by a score of 175-123.

Live results and a live video stream will be available through huskers.com.

Nebraska vs. IowaFriday, Nov. 10 (4 p.m.)Lincoln, Neb. (Devaney Natatorium)Timing and Results:&nbsp;<a href="https://sidearmstats.com/nebraska/swimdive/index.htm" target="_blank">SIDEARM</a>

Order of Events400 Medley Relay1000 Freestyle200 Freestyle100 Backstroke100 Breaststroke200 Butterfly50 Freestyle3M Diving100 Freestyle200 Backstroke200 Breaststroke500 Freestyle100 Butterfly1M Diving200 Individual Medley400 Freestyle Relay

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe Nebraska swimming and diving team continues their home stretch with a dual against Iowa on Friday at 4 p.m. (CT) at the Devaney Natatorium.&nbsp;The Huskers are coming off a big win over Kansas last Friday, where they captured wins in 12 of the 16 events. Sophomore Gena Jorgenson took home three individual titles for the Huskers in the 1000 freestyle (10:07.89), 500 freestyle (4:57.16) and 400 IM (4:27.40).Emily Haimes added two individual titles and two relay titles for the Huskers. Haimes barely edged freshman Beatrix Tanko for the win in the 50 freestyle (23.97) and added a first-place finish in the 100 freestyle (51.76). The co-captain teamed up with Tanko, Lexi Kucera and Giulia Marchi for a win in the 400 freestyle relay and contributed to the second-place 200 medley relay (1:45.21) with Gabby Donahue, JoJo Randby and Kucera.Senior Sarah Barton grabbed three top-three finishes against the Jayhawks, including a win in the 200 butterfly (2:03.67). Freshman Anastasia Tichy finished closely behind with a time of 2:04.05.Maia Hall earned two first-place finishes in the 100 breaststroke and 200 breaststroke for the Huskers. The junior from Whitby, England, set season-bests in both events with times of 1:04.29 and 2:18.63.Marchi took home her second victory of the season in the 200 freestyle and set a season-best time of 1:51.52. Anna Vlachou and Kucera claimed second and third, respectively. Marchi added a runner-up finish in the 100 freestyle (52.21).With a Big Ten Freshman of the Week title under her belt, Tanko continued to shine for the Huskers. She captured a win in the 100 butterfly (55.87) and a second-place finish in the 50 freestyle (24.04). Tanko also contributed to two top-three relays.Freshman Antonina Harned earned a first-place finish on the three-meter dive with a score of 331.50. Abby Baxter and Kelsey Clairmont claimed third and fourth, with scores of 315.23 and 309.23. On the one-meter dive, Baxter took second (285.53) and Clairmont placed third (284.03).The Iowa Hawkeyes enter the meet with a 1-1 record. Freshman Olivia Swalley had a big meet for the Hawkeyes in their last outing against Vanderbilt. Swalley notched three wins and broke into the Iowa Top-Ten List in the 100 breaststroke (1:02.16) and 200 breaststroke (2:17.41). She was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week after her impressive performance against the Commodores.&nbsp;In the previous meeting between these two teams in Iowa City, Iowa (Oct. 21, 2022), the Huskers outlasted the Hawkeyes by a score of 175-123.Live results and a live video stream will be available through huskers.com.Nebraska vs. IowaFriday, Nov. 10 (4 p.m.)Lincoln, Neb. (Devaney Natatorium)Timing and Results:&nbsp;<a href="https://sidearmstats.com/nebraska/swimdive/index.htm" target="_blank">SIDEARM</a>Order of Events400 Medley Relay1000 Freestyle200 Freestyle100 Backstroke100 Breaststroke200 Butterfly50 Freestyle3M Diving100 Freestyle200 Backstroke200 Breaststroke500 Freestyle100 Butterfly1M Diving200 Individual Medley400 Freestyle Relay

Huskers set for dual with Hawkeyes

Story by Omaha Supernovas Communications

The&nbsp;<a href="http://www.supernovas.com/" target="_blank">Omaha Supernovas,</a>&nbsp;Nebraska’s professional volleyball team in the newly-established&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">Professional Volleyball Federation</a>,&nbsp;has&nbsp;announced beloved former&nbsp;University of Nebraska&nbsp;Huskers&nbsp;Kenzie Maloney&nbsp;and&nbsp;Kenzie Knuckles, as well as former Creighton Bluejay&nbsp;Jaela Zimmerman&nbsp;will be joining the organization as “Supernovas&nbsp;Ambassadors” for the Fan Engagement Team.&nbsp;

“This is beyond exciting to have these amazing women who embody the word ‘Champions’ represent&nbsp;the next phase in the growth of the sport we all love. As Supernovas Ambassadors they will interact with the fans throughout our state and on match day,” said Supernovas&nbsp;President,&nbsp;Diane Mendenhall. “The&nbsp;relationship between a professional sports team and its fans is truly special, and having such highly recognizable former players&nbsp;whose love of the game is&nbsp;unprecedented and truly want&nbsp;to help us go beyond the boundaries of entertainment and&nbsp;foster a real sense of community. These former players&nbsp;are true standouts,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we can’t&nbsp;wait to see the level of enthusiasm&nbsp;and knowledge of the game&nbsp;they bring to the Supernovas fanbase.” &nbsp;

As Ambassadors, these highly decorated Huskers and Bluejay athletes will be active in the community&nbsp;while&nbsp;building&nbsp;positive connections and relationships with Supernova fans. They&nbsp;will be dedicated to making everyone, those new to the sport and seasoned&nbsp;volleyball enthusiasts, feel part of the team and&nbsp;this movement.&nbsp;

Meet the Supernovas Ambassadors:&nbsp;

Kenzie Maloney, a two-time National Champion and decorated former Husker, joined the Pro Volleyball Federation as a Player Relations Associate, earlier this year.&nbsp;Maloney will&nbsp;help lead the Supernovas&nbsp;Ambassadors&nbsp;as the Assistant Director for Fan Engagement. Maloney was an integral part of the Nebraska Volleyball&nbsp;team from 2015 to 2018, where she took part in four Final Fours, two conference championships, and two national championships. A libero, she was named to the AVCA All-America third team after her senior season in 2018.&nbsp;

Maloney added, “As a former volleyball athlete and University of Nebraska alum, I am truly thrilled to be part of the ongoing growth of this incredible sport in the volleyball pinnacle of the nation!”&nbsp;

Kenzie Knuckles&nbsp;was a libero&nbsp;and defensive specialist for the Nebraska Cornhuskers&nbsp;from 2019-2022. She was named to the All-Big Ten Freshman Team in 2019 and was part of the Tom Osborne Citizenship Team in 2021 and 2022. She finished her Husker career with 1,098 career digs, 232 assists, 90 service aces and 66 kills. After spending her first two seasons as a libero, Knuckles transitioned to defensive specialist where she thrived to help Nebraska finish as national runner-up during&nbsp;her junior season in 2021.&nbsp;

Knuckles shared, “I'm&nbsp;extremely proud and excited to be working with the Supernovas to promote professional volleyball within the states. Being able to help grow the sport I love, and the team representing&nbsp;Nebraska, is a true honor. As I am still rehabbing my knee, I’m&nbsp;hoping to be able to play volleyball again sometime soon. Thank you to the Supernovas for allowing me to stay in our special volleyball world and working with our world-class fans until I can return to the sport.”&nbsp;

Jaela Zimmerman&nbsp;was a standout outside hitter for the Creighton Bluejays. The Lincoln, Nebraska, native became the 15th&nbsp;player in Creighton history to reach 1,000 career kills. She was named to the preseason All-BIG EAST Team for three straight seasons. &nbsp;

Zimmerman&nbsp;shared, “Professional volleyball in the United States is finally here which allows the world’s most&nbsp;elite volleyball players to stay home and play in front of their fans. Although I am retired,&nbsp;I cannot wait to be a small part of history for the sport of volleyball and women in sports!”&nbsp;

The former Bluejay standout was a three-time All-BIG EAST honoree including a historic 2021 season where she was the only player in the conference to average more than 3.00 kills and 3.00 digs per set. &nbsp;

“Volleyball in the state of Nebraska just got better! Although I am unfortunately retired, there is no better way to stay in the volleyball world than by supporting these elite athletes,” Zimmerman added. “I am beyond excited to be a small part of this journey of bringing Professional Volleyball to the United States! Make sure to come see&nbsp;the Supernovas play to not only support them but support women in sports and professional volleyball!”&nbsp;

The Supernovas will begin competing in the Pro Volleyball Federations' inaugural season in January. Omaha will be home to history as the Supernovas will host the Atlanta Vibe for the league’s first-ever match on January 24 at 7 p.m. at the CHI Health Center. Season Tickets are currently on sale for the team’s 12 home games as part of a 24-match season. You can find tickets on the team’s website:&nbsp;<a href="http://supernovas.com/" target="_blank">Supernovas.com</a>.  &nbsp;

The Omaha Supernovas aims&nbsp;to be the premier home of professional&nbsp;volleyball throughout the world. The team is owned by global music sensation Jason Derulo and entrepreneurs&nbsp;Danny White and Chris Erickson, Co-Founders of City+Ventures, an investment and business acceleration organization headquartered&nbsp;in Omaha.&nbsp;

ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION&nbsp;

Pro Volleyball Federation is&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America.&nbsp;For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">ProVolleyball.com</a>.&nbsp;

Story by Omaha Supernovas CommunicationsThe&nbsp;<a href="http://www.supernovas.com/" target="_blank">Omaha Supernovas,</a>&nbsp;Nebraska’s professional volleyball team in the newly-established&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">Professional Volleyball Federation</a>,&nbsp;has&nbsp;announced beloved former&nbsp;University of Nebraska&nbsp;Huskers&nbsp;Kenzie Maloney&nbsp;and&nbsp;Kenzie Knuckles, as well as former Creighton Bluejay&nbsp;Jaela Zimmerman&nbsp;will be joining the organization as “Supernovas&nbsp;Ambassadors” for the Fan Engagement Team.&nbsp;“This is beyond exciting to have these amazing women who embody the word ‘Champions’ represent&nbsp;the next phase in the growth of the sport we all love. As Supernovas Ambassadors they will interact with the fans throughout our state and on match day,” said Supernovas&nbsp;President,&nbsp;Diane Mendenhall. “The&nbsp;relationship between a professional sports team and its fans is truly special, and having such highly recognizable former players&nbsp;whose love of the game is&nbsp;unprecedented and truly want&nbsp;to help us go beyond the boundaries of entertainment and&nbsp;foster a real sense of community. These former players&nbsp;are true standouts,&nbsp;and&nbsp;we can’t&nbsp;wait to see the level of enthusiasm&nbsp;and knowledge of the game&nbsp;they bring to the Supernovas fanbase.” &nbsp;As Ambassadors, these highly decorated Huskers and Bluejay athletes will be active in the community&nbsp;while&nbsp;building&nbsp;positive connections and relationships with Supernova fans. They&nbsp;will be dedicated to making everyone, those new to the sport and seasoned&nbsp;volleyball enthusiasts, feel part of the team and&nbsp;this movement.&nbsp;Meet the Supernovas Ambassadors:&nbsp;Kenzie Maloney, a two-time National Champion and decorated former Husker, joined the Pro Volleyball Federation as a Player Relations Associate, earlier this year.&nbsp;Maloney will&nbsp;help lead the Supernovas&nbsp;Ambassadors&nbsp;as the Assistant Director for Fan Engagement. Maloney was an integral part of the Nebraska Volleyball&nbsp;team from 2015 to 2018, where she took part in four Final Fours, two conference championships, and two national championships. A libero, she was named to the AVCA All-America third team after her senior season in 2018.&nbsp;Maloney added, “As a former volleyball athlete and University of Nebraska alum, I am truly thrilled to be part of the ongoing growth of this incredible sport in the volleyball pinnacle of the nation!”&nbsp;--&nbsp;Kenzie Knuckles&nbsp;was a libero&nbsp;and defensive specialist for the Nebraska Cornhuskers&nbsp;from 2019-2022. She was named to the All-Big Ten Freshman Team in 2019 and was part of the Tom Osborne Citizenship Team in 2021 and 2022. She finished her Husker career with 1,098 career digs, 232 assists, 90 service aces and 66 kills. After spending her first two seasons as a libero, Knuckles transitioned to defensive specialist where she thrived to help Nebraska finish as national runner-up during&nbsp;her junior season in 2021.&nbsp;Knuckles shared, “I'm&nbsp;extremely proud and excited to be working with the Supernovas to promote professional volleyball within the states. Being able to help grow the sport I love, and the team representing&nbsp;Nebraska, is a true honor. As I am still rehabbing my knee, I’m&nbsp;hoping to be able to play volleyball again sometime soon. Thank you to the Supernovas for allowing me to stay in our special volleyball world and working with our world-class fans until I can return to the sport.”&nbsp;--&nbsp;Jaela Zimmerman&nbsp;was a standout outside hitter for the Creighton Bluejays. The Lincoln, Nebraska, native became the 15th&nbsp;player in Creighton history to reach 1,000 career kills. She was named to the preseason All-BIG EAST Team for three straight seasons. &nbsp;Zimmerman&nbsp;shared, “Professional volleyball in the United States is finally here which allows the world’s most&nbsp;elite volleyball players to stay home and play in front of their fans. Although I am retired,&nbsp;I cannot wait to be a small part of history for the sport of volleyball and women in sports!”&nbsp;The former Bluejay standout was a three-time All-BIG EAST honoree including a historic 2021 season where she was the only player in the conference to average more than 3.00 kills and 3.00 digs per set. &nbsp;“Volleyball in the state of Nebraska just got better! Although I am unfortunately retired, there is no better way to stay in the volleyball world than by supporting these elite athletes,” Zimmerman added. “I am beyond excited to be a small part of this journey of bringing Professional Volleyball to the United States! Make sure to come see&nbsp;the Supernovas play to not only support them but support women in sports and professional volleyball!”&nbsp;--&nbsp;The Supernovas will begin competing in the Pro Volleyball Federations' inaugural season in January. Omaha will be home to history as the Supernovas will host the Atlanta Vibe for the league’s first-ever match on January 24 at 7 p.m. at the CHI Health Center. Season Tickets are currently on sale for the team’s 12 home games as part of a 24-match season. You can find tickets on the team’s website:&nbsp;<a href="http://supernovas.com/" target="_blank">Supernovas.com</a>.  &nbsp;--&nbsp;The Omaha Supernovas aims&nbsp;to be the premier home of professional&nbsp;volleyball throughout the world. The team is owned by global music sensation Jason Derulo and entrepreneurs&nbsp;Danny White and Chris Erickson, Co-Founders of City+Ventures, an investment and business acceleration organization headquartered&nbsp;in Omaha.&nbsp;--&nbsp;ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION&nbsp;Pro Volleyball Federation is&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America.&nbsp;For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">ProVolleyball.com</a>.&nbsp;

Supernovas announce beloved Husker & Bluejay Volleyball stars as Team Ambassadors 

Head Coach Heather Brink announced the addition of three future Huskers to the women’s gymnastics program on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Reese Baker (Fairfield, Calif.), Lauren Hollifield (Dacula, Ga.) and Molly Peterson (Woodbury, Minn.) will join the roster for the 2024-25 season.

"We are so excited about this year’s class, and I can’t wait for them to join Husker Nation," Brink said. "They all have their own unique strengths and personality that will contribute to the team. I look forward to seeing the impact that they’ll have on our program.”&nbsp;

Reese Baker, Fairfield, CaliforniaBaker trains at Dream Xtreme Gymnastics under head coach Annie Baker. She is a five-time regional qualifier. She competes on all four events and has posted a career-best score of 36.950 in all-around, along with highs of 9.575 on vault, 9.125 on bars, 9.300 on beam and 9.575 on floor.

The daughter of Jeff and Annie Baker, Reese was born on Sept. 21, 2006. She has one sister, Reagan. She intends to major in hospitality, restaurant and tourism management at Nebraska.

Baker on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because of the incredible team culture and coaching staff, along with the amazing facilities and opportunities the school has to provide. The first time I stepped foot on campus, it felt like home.”

Lauren Hollifield, Dacula, GeorgiaHollifield trains at Bio Gymnastics under head coach Brad McLaren. She is a regional qualifier and has posted career highs of 9.700 on beam, 9.750 on bars and 37.975 in all-around.

Lauren was born on May 13, 2005 to Eric and Jennifer Hollifield and has one brother, Nick. She enjoys biking, journaling and cooking.

Hollifield on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because it felt like home as soon as I stepped on campus. The coaches and girls felt like family, and I loved the culture in and out of the gym. Nebraska also provides you all of the resources you need to succeed!”

Molly Peterson, Woodbury, MinnesotaPeterson trains at Flips Gymnastics under coaches Bart and Lori Rokoski. She is a three-time JO National Qualifier. In 2021, she placed ninth on vault and bars. In 2022, she earned a ninth-place finish on vault and seventh on all-around. In 2023, she was fourth on bars, ninth on beam and eighth in all-around. Peterson was a 2023 state beam champ and placed second on vault, first on bars and second in all-around at regionals. She earned an impressive score of 9.950 on bars in 2023 and was a 2022 Nastia Cup qualifier and floor state champion.&nbsp;

The daughter of Kip and Heidi Peterson, Molly was born on Oct. 19, 2005. She has two older brothers, Cole and Aaron, and enjoys golfing and baking in her free time.

Peterson on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because I felt at home when I walked on campus. I had the feeling of being so welcomed. The atmosphere on campus is what I was looking for and here at Nebraska I felt just that and more.”

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsHead Coach Heather Brink announced the addition of three future Huskers to the women’s gymnastics program on Wednesday.&nbsp;Reese Baker (Fairfield, Calif.), Lauren Hollifield (Dacula, Ga.) and Molly Peterson (Woodbury, Minn.) will join the roster for the 2024-25 season."We are so excited about this year’s class, and I can’t wait for them to join Husker Nation," Brink said. "They all have their own unique strengths and personality that will contribute to the team. I look forward to seeing the impact that they’ll have on our program.”&nbsp;Reese Baker, Fairfield, CaliforniaBaker trains at Dream Xtreme Gymnastics under head coach Annie Baker. She is a five-time regional qualifier. She competes on all four events and has posted a career-best score of 36.950 in all-around, along with highs of 9.575 on vault, 9.125 on bars, 9.300 on beam and 9.575 on floor.The daughter of Jeff and Annie Baker, Reese was born on Sept. 21, 2006. She has one sister, Reagan. She intends to major in hospitality, restaurant and tourism management at Nebraska.Baker on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because of the incredible team culture and coaching staff, along with the amazing facilities and opportunities the school has to provide. The first time I stepped foot on campus, it felt like home.”Lauren Hollifield, Dacula, GeorgiaHollifield trains at Bio Gymnastics under head coach Brad McLaren. She is a regional qualifier and has posted career highs of 9.700 on beam, 9.750 on bars and 37.975 in all-around.Lauren was born on May 13, 2005 to Eric and Jennifer Hollifield and has one brother, Nick. She enjoys biking, journaling and cooking.Hollifield on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because it felt like home as soon as I stepped on campus. The coaches and girls felt like family, and I loved the culture in and out of the gym. Nebraska also provides you all of the resources you need to succeed!”Molly Peterson, Woodbury, MinnesotaPeterson trains at Flips Gymnastics under coaches Bart and Lori Rokoski. She is a three-time JO National Qualifier. In 2021, she placed ninth on vault and bars. In 2022, she earned a ninth-place finish on vault and seventh on all-around. In 2023, she was fourth on bars, ninth on beam and eighth in all-around. Peterson was a 2023 state beam champ and placed second on vault, first on bars and second in all-around at regionals. She earned an impressive score of 9.950 on bars in 2023 and was a 2022 Nastia Cup qualifier and floor state champion.&nbsp;The daughter of Kip and Heidi Peterson, Molly was born on Oct. 19, 2005. She has two older brothers, Cole and Aaron, and enjoys golfing and baking in her free time.Peterson on Nebraska: “I chose Nebraska because I felt at home when I walked on campus. I had the feeling of being so welcomed. The atmosphere on campus is what I was looking for and here at Nebraska I felt just that and more.”

Brink welcomes three newcomers

Story by NU Athletic Communications&nbsp;

The Nebraska men’s basketball program added a pair of top-150 recruits on Wednesday, as&nbsp;Braden Frager&nbsp;(Lincoln, Neb.) and&nbsp;Nick Janowski&nbsp;(Pewaukee, Wis.) have signed National Letters-of-Intent on Wednesday, the first day of the fall signing period.

Both recruits are in the top-150 of their respective classes by 247, as Jankowski is ranked No. 114 in the 247Sports composite while Frager, who will reclassify to the class of 2024, is ranked No. 147 in the class of 2025.

“I am excited to add both&nbsp;Braden and Nick to our program for next year,” Nebraska Head Coach Fred Hoiberg. “Both are highly competitive and fit the culture that we have established. Both are excellent shooters and can play on or off the ball which is important in our offensive system.”

Frager stays close to home, as he is a Lincoln native who plays for Coach Alex Bahe at Lincoln Southwest High School. He is a three-star recruit by 247Sports and On3 and ranked the No. 147 player in the class of 2025. Frager earned honorable-mention all-state honors as a sophomore in 2022-23, averaging 11.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as Lincoln Southwest went 15-9 and reached the district final. Frager shot 48 percent from the field, including 42 percent from 3-point range.

Frager plays for the ETG Midwest AAU program and selected Nebraska over Creighton, Iowa State and Iowa.

“Braden is hard-playing wing with good size,” Hoiberg said. “He is a high-flying athlete who can finish with authority at the rim and can score at all three levels. Braden is a very confident kid who plays with an edge.”

Janowski is a 6-foot-3 guard who plays for Coach David Burkemper at Pewaukee (Wis.) High School. A four-star recruit by ESPN.com, he ranked among the nation's top 125 seniors by 247Sports, On3, and Rivals. He begins his senior year with 1,374 points and has helped the school win three consecutive WIAA Division 2 state championships. As a junior, he earned first team all-state honors, averaging 23.2 points, 4.9 assists, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game as Pewaukee went 27-3 on the season. For his career, Janowski has averaged 16.3 points, 3.3 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game while shooting 63 percent from the field and 47 percent from 3-point range. He has helped lead Pewaukee to a 71-9 record over the last three seasons. Janowski played AAU for Phenom U in the EYBL circuit. He selected Nebraska over a host of schools including Wisconsin, Marquette, Iowa State, and USC.

"The thing that stands out about Nick is his competitiveness. He knows how to win and the work it takes to be successful," Hoiberg said. "He plays for one of the best programs in Wisconsin and possesses an outstanding work ethic. Nick is a combo guard who is one of the best shooters in his class.”

Nebraska Fall 2023 SigneesName&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pos.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ht.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wt.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hometown (High School)Braden Frager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; F&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6-7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 210&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lincoln, Neb. (Southwest)Nick Janowski&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; G&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6-3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 195&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pewaukee, Wis. (Pewaukee)

Story by NU Athletic Communications&nbsp;The Nebraska men’s basketball program added a pair of top-150 recruits on Wednesday, as&nbsp;Braden Frager&nbsp;(Lincoln, Neb.) and&nbsp;Nick Janowski&nbsp;(Pewaukee, Wis.) have signed National Letters-of-Intent on Wednesday, the first day of the fall signing period.Both recruits are in the top-150 of their respective classes by 247, as Jankowski is ranked No. 114 in the 247Sports composite while Frager, who will reclassify to the class of 2024, is ranked No. 147 in the class of 2025.“I am excited to add both&nbsp;Braden and Nick to our program for next year,” Nebraska Head Coach Fred Hoiberg. “Both are highly competitive and fit the culture that we have established. Both are excellent shooters and can play on or off the ball which is important in our offensive system.”Frager stays close to home, as he is a Lincoln native who plays for Coach Alex Bahe at Lincoln Southwest High School. He is a three-star recruit by 247Sports and On3 and ranked the No. 147 player in the class of 2025. Frager earned honorable-mention all-state honors as a sophomore in 2022-23, averaging 11.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as Lincoln Southwest went 15-9 and reached the district final. Frager shot 48 percent from the field, including 42 percent from 3-point range.Frager plays for the ETG Midwest AAU program and selected Nebraska over Creighton, Iowa State and Iowa.“Braden is hard-playing wing with good size,” Hoiberg said. “He is a high-flying athlete who can finish with authority at the rim and can score at all three levels. Braden is a very confident kid who plays with an edge.”Janowski is a 6-foot-3 guard who plays for Coach David Burkemper at Pewaukee (Wis.) High School. A four-star recruit by ESPN.com, he ranked among the nation's top 125 seniors by 247Sports, On3, and Rivals. He begins his senior year with 1,374 points and has helped the school win three consecutive WIAA Division 2 state championships. As a junior, he earned first team all-state honors, averaging 23.2 points, 4.9 assists, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game as Pewaukee went 27-3 on the season. For his career, Janowski has averaged 16.3 points, 3.3 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game while shooting 63 percent from the field and 47 percent from 3-point range. He has helped lead Pewaukee to a 71-9 record over the last three seasons. Janowski played AAU for Phenom U in the EYBL circuit. He selected Nebraska over a host of schools including Wisconsin, Marquette, Iowa State, and USC."The thing that stands out about Nick is his competitiveness. He knows how to win and the work it takes to be successful," Hoiberg said. "He plays for one of the best programs in Wisconsin and possesses an outstanding work ethic. Nick is a combo guard who is one of the best shooters in his class.”Nebraska Fall 2023 SigneesName&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pos.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ht.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wt.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hometown (High School)Braden Frager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; F&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6-7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 210&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lincoln, Neb. (Southwest)Nick Janowski&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; G&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6-3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 195&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pewaukee, Wis. (Pewaukee)

Huskers sign Frager, Janowski to Letters of Intent

The Nebraska cross country team is set to take on the NCAA Midwest Regional in Stillwater, Okla. on Friday, Nov. 10. The women’s race begins at 10:30 a.m. and the men’s race starts at 11:30 a.m.

Nebraska will be one of 37 teams taking the Greiner Family Cross Country Course on Friday.

The Husker women head into Friday ranked fourth in the regional, right behind Northwestern. The Wildcats finished sixth at the Big Ten Championships, right ahead of Nebraska’s seventh-place finish.

The top two teams in each of the nine regional sites automatically qualify for the NCAA Championships, along with the top four regional finishers not from an automatic qualifying or at-large team. After regionals, the NCAA DI Cross Country Subcommittee selects 13 at-large teams and two at-large individuals.

Last Time OutAt the Big Ten Championships, the Husker women finished seventh with 193 points, tying their best team finish at Big Tens. In 2011, Nebraska finished seventh during its first season in the Big Ten.

Ali Bainbridge led the way for NU, clocking a 21:42.8 to finish 19th. The freshman from Sioux Falls, S.D. was Nebraska’s No. 2 runner the last two meets, finishing eighth at the Gans Creek Classic (21:08.7) and second at the Platte River Rumble (21:04.16).

Hannah Godwin claimed 40th with a time of 22:14.9 and Berlyn Schutz took 43rd with a 22:16.3. Brynna McQuillen ran a 22:28.3 and Taya Skelton crossed the line at 22:31.4, providing 51st- and 53rd-place finishes.

On the men’s side, Trevor Acton finished 60th with a time of 25:56.2. Jerry Jorgenson (26:41.1), Sam Kirchner (26:41.6) and Colby Erdkamp (26:42.4) placed 92nd, 93rd and 94th. Cal Puskar rounded out the scoring runners with a time of 26:47.5 to place 99th. The team finished 12th with 351 points.

Live results will be available through PT Timing and a livestream will be provided on okstate.com.

Meet InformationHost:&nbsp;Oklahoma StateDate:&nbsp;Friday, Nov. 10Participating Teams:&nbsp;Bradley, Chicago State, Creighton, DePaul, Drake, Eastern Illinois, Illinois, Illinois State, Illinois-Chicago, Iowa, Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas State, Loyola (Ill.), Minnesota, Missouri, Missouri State, Nebraska, North Dakota, North Dakota State, Northern Illinois, Northern Iowa, Northwestern, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Omaha, SE Missouri, SIU Edwardsville, Saint Louis, South Dakota, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, Tulsa, Western Illinois, Wichita StateCourse:&nbsp;Greiner Family Cross Country CourseCourse Map:&nbsp;<a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/huskers-com-prod/2023/11/07/UEr2bzgz189xMtsZ5BxtgQTI60v3mEPCYJGE7gG6.png" target="_blank">Women's 6K</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/huskers-com-prod/2023/11/07/t9zTOVy3BwUXcY1RC7Sy5xOkGpkVGlo37U0OGcrr.png" target="_blank">Men's 10K Map</a>Starting Times:&nbsp;Women – 10:30 a.m. | Men – 11:30 a.m.Live Stream:&nbsp;<a href="https://okstate.com/watch/?Live=5763&amp;amp;type=Live" target="_blank">https://okstate.com/watch/?Live=5763&amp;type=Live</a>Timing &amp; Results:&nbsp;<a href="https://live.pttiming.com/xc-ptt.html?mid=5852" target="_blank">PT Timing</a>

Women’s LineupAli BainbridgeHannah GodwinBrynna McQuillenCami MerickelEmma RalstonBerlyn SchutzTaya Skelton

Men’s LineupTrevor ActonEric CarothersColby ErdkampJerry JorgensonSam KirchnerCal PuskarGrant Wasserman

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe Nebraska cross country team is set to take on the NCAA Midwest Regional in Stillwater, Okla. on Friday, Nov. 10. The women’s race begins at 10:30 a.m. and the men’s race starts at 11:30 a.m.Nebraska will be one of 37 teams taking the Greiner Family Cross Country Course on Friday.The Husker women head into Friday ranked fourth in the regional, right behind Northwestern. The Wildcats finished sixth at the Big Ten Championships, right ahead of Nebraska’s seventh-place finish.The top two teams in each of the nine regional sites automatically qualify for the NCAA Championships, along with the top four regional finishers not from an automatic qualifying or at-large team. After regionals, the NCAA DI Cross Country Subcommittee selects 13 at-large teams and two at-large individuals.Last Time OutAt the Big Ten Championships, the Husker women finished seventh with 193 points, tying their best team finish at Big Tens. In 2011, Nebraska finished seventh during its first season in the Big Ten.Ali Bainbridge led the way for NU, clocking a 21:42.8 to finish 19th. The freshman from Sioux Falls, S.D. was Nebraska’s No. 2 runner the last two meets, finishing eighth at the Gans Creek Classic (21:08.7) and second at the Platte River Rumble (21:04.16).Hannah Godwin claimed 40th with a time of 22:14.9 and Berlyn Schutz took 43rd with a 22:16.3. Brynna McQuillen ran a 22:28.3 and Taya Skelton crossed the line at 22:31.4, providing 51st- and 53rd-place finishes.On the men’s side, Trevor Acton finished 60th with a time of 25:56.2. Jerry Jorgenson (26:41.1), Sam Kirchner (26:41.6) and Colby Erdkamp (26:42.4) placed 92nd, 93rd and 94th. Cal Puskar rounded out the scoring runners with a time of 26:47.5 to place 99th. The team finished 12th with 351 points.Live results will be available through PT Timing and a livestream will be provided on okstate.com.Meet InformationHost:&nbsp;Oklahoma StateDate:&nbsp;Friday, Nov. 10Participating Teams:&nbsp;Bradley, Chicago State, Creighton, DePaul, Drake, Eastern Illinois, Illinois, Illinois State, Illinois-Chicago, Iowa, Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas State, Loyola (Ill.), Minnesota, Missouri, Missouri State, Nebraska, North Dakota, North Dakota State, Northern Illinois, Northern Iowa, Northwestern, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Omaha, SE Missouri, SIU Edwardsville, Saint Louis, South Dakota, South Dakota State, Southern Illinois, Tulsa, Western Illinois, Wichita StateCourse:&nbsp;Greiner Family Cross Country CourseCourse Map:&nbsp;<a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/huskers-com-prod/2023/11/07/UEr2bzgz189xMtsZ5BxtgQTI60v3mEPCYJGE7gG6.png" target="_blank">Women's 6K</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/huskers-com-prod/2023/11/07/t9zTOVy3BwUXcY1RC7Sy5xOkGpkVGlo37U0OGcrr.png" target="_blank">Men's 10K Map</a>Starting Times:&nbsp;Women – 10:30 a.m. | Men – 11:30 a.m.Live Stream:&nbsp;<a href="https://okstate.com/watch/?Live=5763&amp;amp;type=Live" target="_blank">https://okstate.com/watch/?Live=5763&amp;type=Live</a>Timing &amp; Results:&nbsp;<a href="https://live.pttiming.com/xc-ptt.html?mid=5852" target="_blank">PT Timing</a>Women’s LineupAli BainbridgeHannah GodwinBrynna McQuillenCami MerickelEmma RalstonBerlyn SchutzTaya SkeltonMen’s LineupTrevor ActonEric CarothersColby ErdkampJerry JorgensonSam KirchnerCal PuskarGrant Wasserman

Huskers ready for NCAA Midwest Regional

Story by NPCC Athletic Communications

Sophomore Mariah Gardner led all scorers with 13 points, as the Knights women’s basketball team earned the 55-48 victory over Colby Community College on Tuesday night.

Dazjanae Greene chipped in 12 points, six rebounds and three steals, while freshman Nariah Golden tallied 10 points on 5-of-13 shooting against the Trojans.

As a team, the Knights shot 41.4 percent (24-58) from the floor, including 4-of-12 from beyond the arc. North Platte held the Trojans to just 23.5 percent (16-68) shooting on the night, while forcing 22 Colby turnovers.

North Platte surged midway through the first quarter after a very quiet opening six minutes. Grigsby split the Trojan defense and completed the runner in the lane to jumpstart the Knights offense. North Platte used a 9-2 run to build a 14-6 lead by the end of the opening quarter, before Colby countered to narrow the margin to 25-20 at the halftime break.

The Trojans attacked the deficit in the opening 3:28 of the third quarter to cut the margin to two. A Grigsby layup ignited a 16-3 run, as the Knights built a 43-28 lead headed into the final period. North Platte continued to use stifling defense in the final quarter to seal their second road win of the season.

Knights (3-1) return to the hardwood on Friday to take on Kansas City Kansas Community College. Tip is set for 6 p.m. inside the Hy-Vee Arena in Kansas City, Kan.

Story by NPCC Athletic CommunicationsSophomore Mariah Gardner led all scorers with 13 points, as the Knights women’s basketball team earned the 55-48 victory over Colby Community College on Tuesday night.Dazjanae Greene chipped in 12 points, six rebounds and three steals, while freshman Nariah Golden tallied 10 points on 5-of-13 shooting against the Trojans.As a team, the Knights shot 41.4 percent (24-58) from the floor, including 4-of-12 from beyond the arc. North Platte held the Trojans to just 23.5 percent (16-68) shooting on the night, while forcing 22 Colby turnovers.North Platte surged midway through the first quarter after a very quiet opening six minutes. Grigsby split the Trojan defense and completed the runner in the lane to jumpstart the Knights offense. North Platte used a 9-2 run to build a 14-6 lead by the end of the opening quarter, before Colby countered to narrow the margin to 25-20 at the halftime break.The Trojans attacked the deficit in the opening 3:28 of the third quarter to cut the margin to two. A Grigsby layup ignited a 16-3 run, as the Knights built a 43-28 lead headed into the final period. North Platte continued to use stifling defense in the final quarter to seal their second road win of the season.Knights (3-1) return to the hardwood on Friday to take on Kansas City Kansas Community College. Tip is set for 6 p.m. inside the Hy-Vee Arena in Kansas City, Kan.

Knights earn road win against Trojans

North Platte men’s basketball team opened up road action with a 75-65 win over Colby Community College on Tuesday night.

Simeon Smith led all scorers with a season high 22 points, while Davion Evans chipped in 21 points and eight rebounds in 37 minutes of action.

The first half belonged to the Knights, as they utilized a 23-2 run beginning at the 13:49 mark to take control of the game. Colby rebounded over the final 4:47 to cut the margin to 38-27 by halftime.

The adjustments were made by Colby during the halftime break, as they cut the deficit to 49-43 with 12:11 to play. The Trojan offense continued rolling in the second half to cut the deficit to one on a corner three by D'Necco Rucker.

The Knights lead drifted to six, but Colby once again narrowed the margin to one possession with 3:24 remaining. North Platte remained composed in the final minutes making the most of their free throw opportunities to close out the Trojans on the road.

Knights (2-1) will take a week off before returning to the hardwood Tuesday, Nov. 14 to take on Barton Community College. Tip is set for 7 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium.

Story by NPCC Athletic CommunicationsNorth Platte men’s basketball team opened up road action with a 75-65 win over Colby Community College on Tuesday night.Simeon Smith led all scorers with a season high 22 points, while Davion Evans chipped in 21 points and eight rebounds in 37 minutes of action.The first half belonged to the Knights, as they utilized a 23-2 run beginning at the 13:49 mark to take control of the game. Colby rebounded over the final 4:47 to cut the margin to 38-27 by halftime.The adjustments were made by Colby during the halftime break, as they cut the deficit to 49-43 with 12:11 to play. The Trojan offense continued rolling in the second half to cut the deficit to one on a corner three by D'Necco Rucker.The Knights lead drifted to six, but Colby once again narrowed the margin to one possession with 3:24 remaining. North Platte remained composed in the final minutes making the most of their free throw opportunities to close out the Trojans on the road.Knights (2-1) will take a week off before returning to the hardwood Tuesday, Nov. 14 to take on Barton Community College. Tip is set for 7 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium.

Knights steal win from Colby on the road

North Platte Community College volleyball players Vanessa Wood, Jaelyn Dicke and Emily Johnson have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association All-Region 9 Team.

Wood, a sophomore from Greeley, Neb., served as an outside hitter for the Knights. She ended the season first in the region and 15th in the nation for Division II with 455 kills – a total that also earned her a sixth-place all-time seat in the NPCC Volleyball record books.

Additionally, Wood led the region in kills per set (3.5) on an eighth place .166 hitting percentage. She finished fourth in digs (417) and fifth in digs per set (3.21). Her .37 average blocks per set put her 11th in the regional standings. Wood ranked 13th in service aces per set (.25).

This was Dicke’s first year playing for the Knights. The freshman outside hitter from Waverly, Neb. came in&nbsp;second regionally&nbsp;in kills (327), kills per set (2.53) and service aces per set (.45). Dicke rounded out the season sixth in both digs (407) and digs per set (3.16).

Johnson is a sophomore middle blocker from Briggsdale, Colo. She ended up fourth on the leaderboard with .84 blocks per set. She was 11th in kills (155) and 14th in kills per set (1.19).

A complete list of the 2023-24 women’s volleyball Division II leaders can be found at:&nbsp;<a href="https://region9athletics.com/sports/wvball/div_II/2023-24/leaders" target="_blank">https://region9athletics.com/sports/wvball/div_II/2023-24/leaders</a>.

Story by NPCC Athletic CommunicationsNorth Platte Community College volleyball players Vanessa Wood, Jaelyn Dicke and Emily Johnson have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association All-Region 9 Team.Wood, a sophomore from Greeley, Neb., served as an outside hitter for the Knights. She ended the season first in the region and 15th in the nation for Division II with 455 kills – a total that also earned her a sixth-place all-time seat in the NPCC Volleyball record books.Additionally, Wood led the region in kills per set (3.5) on an eighth place .166 hitting percentage. She finished fourth in digs (417) and fifth in digs per set (3.21). Her .37 average blocks per set put her 11th in the regional standings. Wood ranked 13th in service aces per set (.25).This was Dicke’s first year playing for the Knights. The freshman outside hitter from Waverly, Neb. came in&nbsp;second regionally&nbsp;in kills (327), kills per set (2.53) and service aces per set (.45). Dicke rounded out the season sixth in both digs (407) and digs per set (3.16).Johnson is a sophomore middle blocker from Briggsdale, Colo. She ended up fourth on the leaderboard with .84 blocks per set. She was 11th in kills (155) and 14th in kills per set (1.19).A complete list of the 2023-24 women’s volleyball Division II leaders can be found at:&nbsp;<a href="https://region9athletics.com/sports/wvball/div_II/2023-24/leaders" target="_blank">https://region9athletics.com/sports/wvball/div_II/2023-24/leaders</a>.

Three NPCC volleyball players named to All-Region Team

Story by Omaha Supernovas Communication

OMAHA, Nebraska – The first professional volleyball league in the United States, the Pro Volleyball Federation, has announced the match schedule for its inaugural season, to include 24 matches for Nebraska’s first and only major professional team, the Omaha Supernovas. Omaha will host the inaugural match for the League on Wednesday, January 24 at the CHI Health Center.

Supernovas outside hitter Gina Mancuso-Prososki said, “Not only is this historic, but this is an honor and a true gift for the State of Nebraska that the Supernovas will host the first Pro Volleyball Federation match. I’m incredibly excited that my hometown, my home state and my home people will be the making of this monumental moment in women’s sports. Maybe I’m biased, but they deserve this without a doubt because they are the best volleyball fans in the world. The Supernovas are eager to not only mark their spot in history, but to make their fans proud.”

REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL competition will officially begin in the United States with the Omaha Supernovas hosting the Atlanta Vibe in the first match in League history at 7 p.m. CT. The State of Nebraska supports volleyball better than anyone, as evidenced by the 92,000+ that turned out this season for a collegiate match at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Memorial Stadium in August, setting a new world record for women’s sporting attendance.

Pro Volleyball Federation CEO, Jen Spicher, said, “We are excited to launch this world-class league and make sports history - starting with the Omaha Supernovas facing off against the Atlanta Vibe. The seven teams we have for 2024 are stacked with the very best world-class athletes and we know fans will show up to support these teams and their top-level play.”

Supernovas President Diane Mendenhall shared, “What an honor for Nebraska to be selected to host the inaugural match for major professional volleyball in the United States! We are honored

to be part of this movement sweeping our country. This January 24 historic match pays homage to the Nebraska legends who have paved the way for Nebraska to be the ‘Epicenter of

Volleyball’ on the world’s stage -- Doctor Hibner, Coach Pettit, Coach Cook, and all the great high school, club, and college coaches across Nebraska. Plus, all the communities that supported and embraced this sport since the first days of Title IX.”

The Supernovas join six other U.S. teams for the inaugural season: Atlanta Vibe, Columbus Fury, Grand Rapids Rise, Vegas Pro Volleyball, and San Diego Pro Volleyball. An eighth team, Dallas Pro Volleyball, has been announced as the League’s first expansion team for season two in 2025. Overall, in season one, the League will be showcased in three different time zones in the United States. Matches will take place on 67 different dates between January and May 2024 as opponents will be competing on every day of the week.

“There was no question as to where we wanted to place our historic first match,” said Dave Whinham, co-founder of Pro Volleyball Federation. “The state of Nebraska’s support of

women’s volleyball speaks for itself. We were in attendance when more than 92,000 people

packed Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to set a world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event, and we look forward to Omaha setting a record for attendance at a professional women’s volleyball match in North America, if not the world.”

After the regular season, the Supernovas are aiming to be one of the top four squads in the standings that will compete for the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship during the weekend of May 16-19, 2024. The location of the championship will be determined and announced at a later date.

The Supernovas roster includes Olympians, National Champions, and All-Americans. To date, 12 world-class professional players have been announced to includes Bethania de la Cruz, Tori Dixon, Danielle Hart, Sydney Hilley, Gina Mancuso-Prososki, Brooke Nuneviller, Yossiana Pressley, Nia Reed, Natalia Valentín-Anderson, Hristina Vuchkova, Lindsey Vander Weide and Kendall White.

Supernovas Head Coach, Shelton Collier, said, “It is so exciting for us to be able to see our Supernovas schedule as we prepare to compete in season one of the Pro Volleyball Federation. Our coaches and players are fired up for the challenge. We’re looking forward to having some great matches and awesome home crowds at the CHI Center, as well as competing in the other cities. Every team in the league has talented, experienced players, so fans can expect an unprecedented level play and competition here in the U.S. throughout the entire season.”

Mendenhall added, “Attendance records are tumbling across the country since that historic evening on August 30. We are seeing the proof that the Nebraska Effect is real in our season ticket sales, which have been unbelievable even prior to having a schedule. We know now, with this schedule, season tickets will soar.”

Season tickets are currently on sale through the team’s website, Supernovas.com, and download the Omaha Supernovas app for your smartphone and tablet devices.

The Omaha Supernovas aims to be the premier home of professional volleyball throughout the world. The team is owned by global music sensation Jason Derulo and entrepreneurs Danny White and Chris Erickson, Co-Founders of City+Ventures, an investment and business acceleration organization headquartered in Omaha.

Pro Volleyball Federation is REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America. For more information, visit ProVolleyball.com.

Story by Omaha Supernovas CommunicationOMAHA, Nebraska – The first professional volleyball league in the United States, the Pro Volleyball Federation, has announced the match schedule for its inaugural season, to include 24 matches for Nebraska’s first and only major professional team, the Omaha Supernovas. Omaha will host the inaugural match for the League on Wednesday, January 24 at the CHI Health Center.Supernovas outside hitter Gina Mancuso-Prososki said, “Not only is this historic, but this is an honor and a true gift for the State of Nebraska that the Supernovas will host the first Pro Volleyball Federation match. I’m incredibly excited that my hometown, my home state and my home people will be the making of this monumental moment in women’s sports. Maybe I’m biased, but they deserve this without a doubt because they are the best volleyball fans in the world. The Supernovas are eager to not only mark their spot in history, but to make their fans proud.”REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL competition will officially begin in the United States with the Omaha Supernovas hosting the Atlanta Vibe in the first match in League history at 7 p.m. CT. The State of Nebraska supports volleyball better than anyone, as evidenced by the 92,000+ that turned out this season for a collegiate match at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Memorial Stadium in August, setting a new world record for women’s sporting attendance.Pro Volleyball Federation CEO, Jen Spicher, said, “We are excited to launch this world-class league and make sports history - starting with the Omaha Supernovas facing off against the Atlanta Vibe. The seven teams we have for 2024 are stacked with the very best world-class athletes and we know fans will show up to support these teams and their top-level play.”Supernovas President Diane Mendenhall shared, “What an honor for Nebraska to be selected to host the inaugural match for major professional volleyball in the United States! We are honoredto be part of this movement sweeping our country. This January 24 historic match pays homage to the Nebraska legends who have paved the way for Nebraska to be the ‘Epicenter ofVolleyball’ on the world’s stage -- Doctor Hibner, Coach Pettit, Coach Cook, and all the great high school, club, and college coaches across Nebraska. Plus, all the communities that supported and embraced this sport since the first days of Title IX.”The Supernovas join six other U.S. teams for the inaugural season: Atlanta Vibe, Columbus Fury, Grand Rapids Rise, Vegas Pro Volleyball, and San Diego Pro Volleyball. An eighth team, Dallas Pro Volleyball, has been announced as the League’s first expansion team for season two in 2025. Overall, in season one, the League will be showcased in three different time zones in the United States. Matches will take place on 67 different dates between January and May 2024 as opponents will be competing on every day of the week.“There was no question as to where we wanted to place our historic first match,” said Dave Whinham, co-founder of Pro Volleyball Federation. “The state of Nebraska’s support ofwomen’s volleyball speaks for itself. We were in attendance when more than 92,000 peoplepacked Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to set a world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event, and we look forward to Omaha setting a record for attendance at a professional women’s volleyball match in North America, if not the world.”After the regular season, the Supernovas are aiming to be one of the top four squads in the standings that will compete for the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship during the weekend of May 16-19, 2024. The location of the championship will be determined and announced at a later date.The Supernovas roster includes Olympians, National Champions, and All-Americans. To date, 12 world-class professional players have been announced to includes Bethania de la Cruz, Tori Dixon, Danielle Hart, Sydney Hilley, Gina Mancuso-Prososki, Brooke Nuneviller, Yossiana Pressley, Nia Reed, Natalia Valentín-Anderson, Hristina Vuchkova, Lindsey Vander Weide and Kendall White.Supernovas Head Coach, Shelton Collier, said, “It is so exciting for us to be able to see our Supernovas schedule as we prepare to compete in season one of the Pro Volleyball Federation. Our coaches and players are fired up for the challenge. We’re looking forward to having some great matches and awesome home crowds at the CHI Center, as well as competing in the other cities. Every team in the league has talented, experienced players, so fans can expect an unprecedented level play and competition here in the U.S. throughout the entire season.”Mendenhall added, “Attendance records are tumbling across the country since that historic evening on August 30. We are seeing the proof that the Nebraska Effect is real in our season ticket sales, which have been unbelievable even prior to having a schedule. We know now, with this schedule, season tickets will soar.”Season tickets are currently on sale through the team’s website, Supernovas.com, and download the Omaha Supernovas app for your smartphone and tablet devices.ABOUT OMAHA SUPERNOVASThe Omaha Supernovas aims to be the premier home of professional volleyball throughout the world. The team is owned by global music sensation Jason Derulo and entrepreneurs Danny White and Chris Erickson, Co-Founders of City+Ventures, an investment and business acceleration organization headquartered in Omaha.ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATIONPro Volleyball Federation is REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America. For more information, visit ProVolleyball.com.2024 OMAHA SUPERNOVAS SCHEDULEDate	Opponent	Time (CT)01.24		Atlanta	7:00 p.m.02.03		San Diego	6:00 p.m.02.07		Las Vegas	7:00 p.m.02.12	at	Grand Rapids	6:00 p.m.02.15	at	Las Vegas	9:00 p.m.02.18		Orlando	1:30 p.m.02.21	at	Columbus	6:00 p.m.02.25	at	Orlando	2:00 p.m.02.29	at	Atlanta	6:00 p.m.03.09	at	Orlando	6:00 p.m.03.14		Atlanta	7:00 p.m.03.16		Orlando	6:00 p.m.03.28		Grand Rapids	7:00 p.m.03.30		Las Vegas	6:00 p.m.04.02	at	San Diego	9:00 p.m.04.04		Columbus	7:00 p.m.04.13	at	Atlanta	6:00 p.m.04.20		San Diego	6:00 p.m.04.23	at	San Diego	9:00 p.m.04.26		Grand Rapids	7:00 p.m.05.04	at	Columbus	6:00 p.m.05.06	at	Las Vegas	9:00 p.m.05.09		Columbus	7:00 p.m.05.12	at	Grand Rapids	3:00 p.m.*All times subject to change*

Omaha Supernovas to make history hosting first Pro Volleyball Federation match on Jan. 24

Story by Pro Volleyball Federation

COLUMBUS, Ohio / FRISCO, Texas –&nbsp;Pro Volleyball Federation has announced the match schedule for its inaugural season, with a total of 84 exciting regular season matches on tap for the first campaign.&nbsp;

League competition will begin on Wednesday, January 24 as the Omaha Supernovas host the Atlanta Vibe in the first match in League history at 7 p.m. CT.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“There was no question as to where we wanted to place our historic first match,” said Dave Whinham, co-founder of Pro Volleyball Federation. “The state of Nebraska’s support of women’s volleyball speaks for itself. We were in attendance when more than 92,000 people packed Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to set a world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event, and we look forward to Omaha setting a record for attendance at a professional women’s volleyball match in North America, if not the world.”&nbsp;

Five of the seven Pro Volleyball Federation squads will take the court in the first week, when Columbus travels to Grand Rapids and Atlanta plays at Orlando during the week one slate.&nbsp;&nbsp;The remaining two squads – San Diego (Feb. 1) and Las Vegas (Feb. 7) – will open play in weeks two and three, respectively.&nbsp;

Overall, the League will be showcased in three different time zones in the United States. Matches will take place on 67 different dates between January and May as League competition will be featured on every day of the week.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“The next 84 days cannot come fast enough,” boasted Jen Spicher, CEO of Pro Volleyball Federation. “To see the lineup of matches we have in 16 weeks of regular season play is exciting and we know that our&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;players will showcase the sport like never before.”&nbsp;

After the regular season, the top four squads in the standings will compete for the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship during the weekend of May 16-19, 2024. The location of the championship will be determined and announced at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION&nbsp;

Pro Volleyball Federation is&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">ProVolleyball.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Story by Pro Volleyball FederationCOLUMBUS, Ohio / FRISCO, Texas –&nbsp;Pro Volleyball Federation has announced the match schedule for its inaugural season, with a total of 84 exciting regular season matches on tap for the first campaign.&nbsp;League competition will begin on Wednesday, January 24 as the Omaha Supernovas host the Atlanta Vibe in the first match in League history at 7 p.m. CT.&nbsp;&nbsp;“There was no question as to where we wanted to place our historic first match,” said Dave Whinham, co-founder of Pro Volleyball Federation. “The state of Nebraska’s support of women’s volleyball speaks for itself. We were in attendance when more than 92,000 people packed Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to set a world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event, and we look forward to Omaha setting a record for attendance at a professional women’s volleyball match in North America, if not the world.”&nbsp;Five of the seven Pro Volleyball Federation squads will take the court in the first week, when Columbus travels to Grand Rapids and Atlanta plays at Orlando during the week one slate.&nbsp;&nbsp;The remaining two squads – San Diego (Feb. 1) and Las Vegas (Feb. 7) – will open play in weeks two and three, respectively.&nbsp;Overall, the League will be showcased in three different time zones in the United States. Matches will take place on 67 different dates between January and May as League competition will be featured on every day of the week.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The next 84 days cannot come fast enough,” boasted Jen Spicher, CEO of Pro Volleyball Federation. “To see the lineup of matches we have in 16 weeks of regular season play is exciting and we know that our&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;players will showcase the sport like never before.”&nbsp;After the regular season, the top four squads in the standings will compete for the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship during the weekend of May 16-19, 2024. The location of the championship will be determined and announced at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION&nbsp;Pro Volleyball Federation is&nbsp;REAL PRO VOLLEYBALL&nbsp;and the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Pro Volleyball Federation will begin play in January 2024 with world class players and coaches, including some of America’s greatest volleyball players and elite players from around the world. Our entire focus is on ensuring that our level and quality of play, our treatment of players, the quality of our event presentations, and our day-to-day fan experience is world class and the very best offered in North America. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.provolleyball.com/" target="_blank">ProVolleyball.com</a>.&nbsp;

Pro Volleyball federation announces inaugural schedule  

Merritt Beason was named Big Ten Player of the Week on Monday, while Bergen Reilly was named Big Ten Setter of the Week.&nbsp;

For Beason, it's the fourth time this season the junior opposite hitter has received Big Ten Player of the Week. Reilly, meanwhile, has been selected Big Ten Setter of the Week four times this season.&nbsp;

Beason had a career weekend for the Huskers, averaging 6.00 kills per set on .447 hitting with 1.75 digs per set and 1.00 blocks per set. She totaled 48 kills with just six errors on 94 swings in wins at No. 16 Penn State and Rutgers. In a 3-2 reverse sweep of the Nittany Lions, Beason had a career-high 27 kills on .426 hitting with five digs and three blocks and one ace. The Gardendale, Ala., native had six kills alone in the decisive fifth set. She followed up that career performance with 21 kills on a .475 hitting percentage with nine digs and five blocks in a sweep of the Scarlet Knights. Her 21 kills in the sweep tied Kelsey Robinson for the most by a Husker in a three-set match in the 25-point rally-scoring era (since 2008).&nbsp;

Reilly averaged 11.88 assists per set and 3.13 digs per set while posting double-doubles in both matches. The Sioux Falls, S.D., native had 52 assists and 13 digs in the 3-2 comeback win at Penn State on Friday. She followed up on Sunday at Rutgers with 43 assists and 12 digs.&nbsp;

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsMerritt Beason was named Big Ten Player of the Week on Monday, while Bergen Reilly was named Big Ten Setter of the Week.&nbsp;For Beason, it's the fourth time this season the junior opposite hitter has received Big Ten Player of the Week. Reilly, meanwhile, has been selected Big Ten Setter of the Week four times this season.&nbsp;Beason had a career weekend for the Huskers, averaging 6.00 kills per set on .447 hitting with 1.75 digs per set and 1.00 blocks per set. She totaled 48 kills with just six errors on 94 swings in wins at No. 16 Penn State and Rutgers. In a 3-2 reverse sweep of the Nittany Lions, Beason had a career-high 27 kills on .426 hitting with five digs and three blocks and one ace. The Gardendale, Ala., native had six kills alone in the decisive fifth set. She followed up that career performance with 21 kills on a .475 hitting percentage with nine digs and five blocks in a sweep of the Scarlet Knights. Her 21 kills in the sweep tied Kelsey Robinson for the most by a Husker in a three-set match in the 25-point rally-scoring era (since 2008).&nbsp;Reilly averaged 11.88 assists per set and 3.13 digs per set while posting double-doubles in both matches. The Sioux Falls, S.D., native had 52 assists and 13 digs in the 3-2 comeback win at Penn State on Friday. She followed up on Sunday at Rutgers with 43 assists and 12 digs.&nbsp;

Beason and Reilly pick up Big Ten awards

Nebraska jumped to a 16-0 lead on its way to a 90-42 season-opening win over Northwestern State on Monday afternoon at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Playing in front of the second-largest opening-day crowd (7,065) in Nebraska women's basketball history, the Huskers shot to a double-digit lead in the first five minutes and pushed the lead to 46-12 at halftime. The 12 points allowed by Nebraska's defense tied for the second-lowest total in school history, trailing only a 10-point first half by Illinois in 2018.

Nebraska's starting five did not allow a point while they were on the floor together in the first, second or third quarters, while also supplying a balanced offense for the Big Red.

Six Huskers finished the game in double figures, led by Jaz Shelley's game-high 17 points. The graduate guard from Moe, Australia knocked down a trio of three-pointers while adding a game-high six assists to go along with five rebounds and a game-high three steals.

Fellow graduate guard Darian White (Boise, Idaho) produced an outstanding performance in her Husker regular-season debut, contributing 13 points, a game-high nine rebounds, four assists and three steals.

Posts Alexis Markowski and Annika Stewart each added 13 points of their own while combining for 15 rebounds. Callin Hake added 12 points on 4-for-4 three-point shooting off the bench, while also pitching in four rebounds, three assists and two steals in a strong all-around effort.

True freshman Natalie Potts rounded out the six Huskers in double figures with 10 points and five rebounds while providing outstanding defense in nearly 20 minutes of action in her first career start.

As a team, Nebraska hit 42.6 percent (26-61) of its shots from the field, including 10-of-32 (.313) three-pointers. The Huskers lived at the free throw line, connecting on 28-of-33 free throws (.848). Nebraska won the battle of the boards, 51-33, and posted a 21-14 edge in the turnover department.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska jumped to a 16-0 lead on its way to a 90-42 season-opening win over Northwestern State on Monday afternoon at Pinnacle Bank Arena.Playing in front of the second-largest opening-day crowd (7,065) in Nebraska women's basketball history, the Huskers shot to a double-digit lead in the first five minutes and pushed the lead to 46-12 at halftime. The 12 points allowed by Nebraska's defense tied for the second-lowest total in school history, trailing only a 10-point first half by Illinois in 2018.Nebraska's starting five did not allow a point while they were on the floor together in the first, second or third quarters, while also supplying a balanced offense for the Big Red.Six Huskers finished the game in double figures, led by Jaz Shelley's game-high 17 points. The graduate guard from Moe, Australia knocked down a trio of three-pointers while adding a game-high six assists to go along with five rebounds and a game-high three steals.Fellow graduate guard Darian White (Boise, Idaho) produced an outstanding performance in her Husker regular-season debut, contributing 13 points, a game-high nine rebounds, four assists and three steals.Posts Alexis Markowski and Annika Stewart each added 13 points of their own while combining for 15 rebounds. Callin Hake added 12 points on 4-for-4 three-point shooting off the bench, while also pitching in four rebounds, three assists and two steals in a strong all-around effort.True freshman Natalie Potts rounded out the six Huskers in double figures with 10 points and five rebounds while providing outstanding defense in nearly 20 minutes of action in her first career start.As a team, Nebraska hit 42.6 percent (26-61) of its shots from the field, including 10-of-32 (.313) three-pointers. The Huskers lived at the free throw line, connecting on 28-of-33 free throws (.848). Nebraska won the battle of the boards, 51-33, and posted a 21-14 edge in the turnover department.The Big Red held Northwestern State to just 21.8 percent (12-55) shooting for the game, including 3-of-27&nbsp; (.111) in the first half. The Lady Demons finished 5-of-20 (.250) from long range and 13-of-19 (.684) at the free throw line.&nbsp;Karmelah Dean led NSU with 13 points off the bench, while Sharna Ayres added 11 points and a team-high seven rebounds. Jiselle Woodson contributed nine points on a trio of three-pointers.Nebraska returns to action on Friday by traveling to Wyoming. Tip-off against the 2023 Mountain West runner-up Cowgirls is set for 7:30 p.m. (CT) in Laramie.Nebraska Postgame Notes<ul>
 <li>The Huskers improved to 47-3 all time in season-opening home games, including 10-1 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.</li><li>Nebraska's crowd of 7,065 was its second-largest opening-day crowd in school history, trailing only the 9,750 fans in attendance for the opening of Pinnacle Bank Arena against UCLA in 2013.&nbsp;</li><li>Monday's opener followed the Nebraska Life Skills Sportsmanship Pep Rally, which featured more than 3,300 students and accompanying adults from 62 middle grades schools from across the state of Nebraska.</li><li>Nebraska's starting five against Northwestern State included first-time Husker starters Darian White (graduate) and Natalie Potts (true freshman), while Kendall Moriarty (junior) made the second start of her career.</li><li>Nebraska opened each of the first three quarters with double-digit runs (16-0, 1st; 12-0, 2nd; 10-0, 3rd).</li><li>The Huskers improved to 2-0 all time against Northwestern State.</li>
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