Huskers Volleyball Earns Road Sweep Over South Dakota State
Nebraska volleyball swept South Dakota State 25-18, 25-20, 25-15 on Wednesday. Libero Olivia Mauch anchored the defense with six digs, while middle blocker Andi Jackson left with an ankle injury but is expected to be fine. The Huskers used their depth to pull away in the third set.
Nebraska improved to 3-0 on the young season with the straight-set victory in Brookings, where a sold-out crowd created a hostile environment. Setter Bergen Reilly, playing in her home state, orchestrated the offense with 32 assists while also contributing three kills and an ace. The second set proved the tightest, with the Huskers trailing 15-14 before closing on a 6-1 run.
The match also provided valuable minutes for Nebraska's bench, as freshmen Gabby DiVita and Jayden Robinson saw action alongside sophomore Kenna Cogill, who posted three kills and two blocks. Middle blocker Andi Jackson's ankle injury bears monitoring ahead of a demanding weekend that includes Friday's matchup with DePaul and Sunday's contest against Missouri at Wrigley Field.
This sweep reinforces Nebraska's status as the nation's top-ranked team while showcasing the depth that could define their championship run. The quick turnaround and travel to Chicago for high-profile matches may test the roster's resilience, and Jackson's health could factor into lineup decisions. For volleyball fans, the Wrigley Field matchup against Missouri represents a marquee nonconference event that could draw broader attention to the sport's growing popularity.