Sunday, 8 November 2026

Nebraska Volleyball Sets Record and Rallies Past Michigan at Home

Nebraska volleyball set a new record and secured a comeback victory against Michigan at home while continuing a historic season.

Nebraska Volleyball Sets Record and Rallies Past Michigan at Home

Nebraska Volleyball Claims Home Victory Against Michigan

The top-ranked nebraska volleyball squad recently set a program record and rallied past Michigan at home in an intense matchup. Led by strong performances on the court, the team continued its dominant run through the current season.

Earlier in the week, the team prepared for a challenging stretch including matches against Michigan and No. 25 Michigan State. The program entered the weekend holding a strong historical advantage over both opponents, having won 18 consecutive matches against the Wolverines since 2014.

Husker Volleyball Roster and Award Recognitions

Senior middle blocker Andi Jackson recently earned Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week honors for the third time in her career. Jackson is the third consecutive Husker to win the defensive weekly award this month, following teammates Olivia Mauch and Manaia Ogbechie.

Head Coach Dani Busboom Kelly has guided the squad to a 21-0 start this season, marking the ninth time in program history that the team has remained undefeated through its first 21 matches. Additionally, the team holds the top spot in the AVCA Coaches Poll with all 63 first-place votes.

Winning Streaks and Upcoming Schedule

The program carries a remarkable 52-match regular-season winning streak that stretches back to the 2024 season. Furthermore, the team maintains a 23-match winning streak in away and neutral-site games.

Fans looking to follow the husker volleyball schedule can watch upcoming contests streamed on B1G+ or listen to broadcasts via the Huskers Radio Network, as the team looks to extend its historic momentum.

Sources: huskers.com, University of Michigan Athletics, Omaha World-Herald.

Frequently asked questions

What is Nebraska's ranking in the AVCA poll?
The Nebraska volleyball team was ranked No. 1 in the AVCA Coaches Poll released on Oct. 26.
How many consecutive matches has Nebraska won against Michigan?
Nebraska has won 18 consecutive matches against the Wolverines.
Who was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week?
Senior middle blocker Andi Jackson was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.
What is Nebraska's record at the start of the season?
The Huskers started the season with 21 straight wins.
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Akhil Pandey

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