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The top-seeded Nebraska Huskers extended their flawless run in the 2025 NCAA volleyball tournament, delivering another commanding performance that reinforced why they remain the team to beat.
With their latest sweep of No. 4 Kansas, the Huskers pushed their pristine record to 33–0, inching one step closer to a national championship.
Nebraska will now face No. 3 Texas A&M in Sunday’s regional final (3 p.m. ET, ABC), continuing a postseason where they have yet to drop a single set.
Huskers Maintain Perfect Season
Nebraska’s dominance this year has been historic. The team has surrendered only seven sets all season, with the latest dropped set dating back to Nov. 14 vs. UCLA.
Since entering the NCAA tournament, they have powered through opponents with overwhelming efficiency and near-flawless execution.
Friday night’s sweep inside their home arena in Lincoln marked Nebraska’s 29th consecutive NCAA tournament win at home, a staggering feat that only reinforces the depth, discipline, and maturity of this squad.
Player Impact: Jackson and Allick Lead the Charge
Nebraska middle blocker Andi Jackson once again showcased her elite form, delivering:
- 9 kills on a .600 hitting percentage
- 5 blocks
- 2 digs
“We work really hard,” Jackson said after the match. “Everything is clicking for us — the attempts, the kills, the opportunities we’re creating.”
Her teammate Rebekah Allick delivered an equally impressive performance, finishing with:
- 9 kills on perfect 1.000 hitting
- Zero errors
Together, the duo combined for 18 kills without a single mistake, setting the tone for the match.
Set-by-Set Breakdown: Nebraska vs. Kansas
Set 1: Nebraska 25, Kansas 12
Nebraska wasted no time asserting control.
- Team hitting percentage: .357
- Blocks: 6
- Kansas held to: -.024 hitting
Allick led the opening surge with 6 kills on 6 attempts, while Jackson added 4 blocks and 3 kills, anchoring a defense Kansas couldn’t break through.
The Huskers erupted early for a 12–3 lead, with Jackson tallying four blocks in the opening stretch. Kansas struggled significantly, hitting -.200 at that point.
Set 2: Nebraska 25, Kansas 11
Kansas briefly narrowed the score to 9–7, but Nebraska immediately responded with a 4–0 run to restore full control.
Nebraska’s dominance in the second set included:
- 22 total kills across the first two sets
- 17 blocks, showcasing elite defensive execution
- Kansas hitting percentage: -.039
Coach Dani Busboom Kelly highlighted the defensive excellence post-match:
“Our blocking — that’s probably a season high for us. We came out on a mission, and blocking a lot of balls was the goal tonight.”
Allick remained unstoppable with a flawless attacking performance, hitting 1.000 with nine kills. Jackson added five kills and five blocks, continuing her two-way dominance.
Set 3: Nebraska 25, Kansas 12
The Huskers once again took control early and never let go.
At the midpoint:
- Nebraska reached 15–8 first
- Huskers hitting: .762 in the early stretch
- Kansas hitting: .353, their best of the match but still not enough
The Huskers ultimately closed the match with a 25–12 win, sweeping Kansas convincingly and out-hitting them .450 to .029 overall.
Nebraska’s postseason journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. With a perfect 33–0 record, unmatched consistency, and a roster firing on all cylinders, the Huskers are proving why they’re the undisputed No. 1 seed in the NCAA volleyball tournament.
Their combination of elite blocking, efficient attacking, and relentless momentum makes them a formidable force heading into the regional final against Texas A&M. If the Huskers maintain this level of play, their path to the national title looks increasingly promising.