Nebraska Huskers Defeat Creighton in Spring Exhibition Match
The Nebraska volleyball team triumphed over Creighton in a spring exhibition match held at D.J. Sokol Arena in Omaha, Nebraska. The match took place Friday night and attracted an audience of 2,374 spectators. The Huskers dominated the first three sets before the Bluejays secured a victory in a bonus fourth set.
Nebraska Huskers Performance Overview
The match results were as follows:
- Set 1: Nebraska 25, Creighton 19
- Set 2: Nebraska 25, Creighton 18
- Set 3: Nebraska 25, Creighton 15
- Set 4: Creighton 25, Nebraska 15
This led to a final match summary showcasing the Huskers’ strong start against the Bluejays.
Key Players and Statistics
Teraya Sigler led Nebraska with 11 kills, achieving an impressive hitting percentage of .647. Other notable performances included:
- Manaia Ogbechie: 6 kills
- Kenna Cogill: 6 kills
- Andi Jackson: 4 kills
- Harper Murray: 4 kills
- Jayden Robinson: 4 kills
- Skyler Pierce: 4 kills
Bergen Reilly contributed significantly with 20 assists and 7 digs, while Campbell Flynn added 18 assists and 4 digs. Laney Choboy and Olivia Mauch both recorded 10 digs each. Overall, Nebraska hit .248 compared to Creighton’s .171.
Match Highlights
In the first set, Nebraska surged ahead after a sequence of kills that culminated in a 25-19 victory. The second set showcased Nebraska’s resilience against Creighton, with a strong performance leading to a similar 25-18 win. The third set saw Nebraska maintain its momentum, ending with a comfortable 25-15 score.
In the final set, Creighton started strong, taking a 7-1 lead before ultimately sealing their 25-15 victory. This win allowed the Bluejays to finish strong in the exhibition match.
What’s Next for the Huskers?
The Nebraska volleyball team is set to continue its spring exhibition series. Their next match will take place in Chadron on Saturday, April 25. The Huskers are scheduled to compete against Northern Colorado at the Chicoine Center. The first serve is planned for Noon (MT) / 1 p.m. (CT), with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. (MT).
