Nebraska Volleyball’s Big Week: Sweeping Wisconsin and Pro Draft Highlights Ahead of Penn State Showdown

Nebraska Volleyball’s Big Week: Sweeping Wisconsin and Pro Draft Highlights Ahead of Penn State Showdown

November 29, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

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The Nebraska volleyball team had a notable week. They swept No. 6 Wisconsin on Saturday, marking the second victory against them this season. This win has shifted the rivalry’s momentum in Nebraska’s favor for the first time in ten years.

Setter Bergen Reilly received the Big Ten Setter of the Week award for the second week in a row. She averaged 12.83 assists per set in the recent games and recorded 41 assists, eight digs, three kills, and three blocks in a match against Iowa.

On Monday, three Huskers were drafted in the 2024 Pro Volleyball Federation. Merritt Beason was selected first overall by the Atlanta Vibe, Lindsay Krause was picked 19th by the Omaha Supernovas, and Leyla Blackwell was chosen 26th by the San Diego Mojo. Former Husker Ally Batenhorst will join Krause with the Supernovas.

Nebraska now aims for a second consecutive Big Ten title. They can secure the championship with a win against No. 4 Penn State on Friday.

How to Follow Along

Head Coach of Penn State: Katie Schumacher-Cawley
2023 Record: 23-9 (15-5 B1G, T-3rd)
All-Time Series: Nebraska leads 28-11

Penn State has lost to the Huskers in the last seven matchups, with their last win in 2018. Jess Mruzik leads Penn State’s offense, with Camryn Hannah and Taylor Trammell providing support.

Maggie Mendelson and Caroline Jurevicius, both transfers from Nebraska, have had significant impacts on Penn State this season. Freshman setter Izzy Starck also contributes greatly with 11.00 assists per set.

The Nittany Lions are performing well, leading the conference in several categories. The match on Friday promises to be crucial, and it seems likely that Nebraska will claim the Big Ten title in a four-set victory.

Key Players

  • Nebraska:

    • Bergen Reilly, Setter
    • Merritt Beason, Outside Hitter
    • Lindsay Krause, Outside Hitter
  • Penn State:
    • Jess Mruzik, Outside Hitter
    • Camryn Hannah, Outside Hitter
    • Taylor Trammell, Middle Blocker

This matchup is pivotal for both teams as they finish the regular season.