Sold-Out Crowd Anticipates Top-20 Showdown: No. 18 Creighton vs. No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball
Omaha is set for an electrifying volleyball clash as the No. 18 Creighton Bluejays prepare to face the top-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers at the CHI Health Center. The highly anticipated match on Tuesday night is officially sold out, promising a capacity crowd eager to witness the in-state rivalry.
Record-Breaking Potential
The sold-out match is expected to draw 17,352 fans. If all tickets are used, Creighton could potentially reclaim the NCAA record for the largest regular-season, volleyball-only indoor crowd. This record is currently held by a 2023 matchup between Marquette and Wisconsin in Milwaukee, which drew 17,037 fans.
Game Day Information
Parking lots are scheduled to open at 3:30 p.m. CT, and arena doors will open at 5 p.m. School officials are advising fans to plan ahead and arrive early due to ongoing road construction near the CHI Health Center that may cause delays. This game marks the Bluejays' (5-4) first appearance at the CHI Health Center this season, following renovations at D.J. Sokol Arena, including the installation of a new Taraflex court. Nebraska (8-0) has held the No. 1 spot in the AVCA poll for four consecutive weeks.
How to Watch Nebraska vs. Creighton
Fans can watch the Nebraska vs. Creighton volleyball match on FS1. The match is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Nebraska vs. Creighton Preview
Nebraska aims to maintain its perfect record against in-state rival Creighton, entering the match with a 14-0 all-time record. The Huskers are coming off a 33-3 season that ended in the NCAA Semifinals. Creighton will look to achieve a major upset and break Nebraska's undefeated streak in the series.
Nebraska Volleyball Schedule: Key Matchups
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 16 | at Creighton | 7:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| Sat, Sep 20 | vs Arizona | 8 p.m. | BTN |
| Wed, Sep 24 | vs Michigan | 7 p.m. | BTN |
| Sat, Sep 27 | vs Maryland | 4 p.m. | - |
| Fri, Oct 3 | at Penn State | 8 p.m. | FOX |
| Sat, Oct 4 | at Rutgers | 7 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Fri, Oct 10 | vs Washington | 9 p.m. | BTN |
| Sun, Oct 12 | at Purdue | 1 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Fri, Oct 17 | at Michigan State | 7 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Sun, Oct 19 | at Michigan | 2 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Fri, Oct 24 | vs Northwestern | 7 p.m. | - |
| Sat, Oct 25 | vs Michigan State | 8:30 p.m. | BTN |
| Fri, Oct 31 | at Wisconsin | 9 p.m. | BTN |
| Sun, Nov 2 | vs Oregon | 2 p.m. | BTN |
| Thu, Nov 6 | vs Illinois | 8 p.m. | FS1 |
| Sat, Nov 8 | at Minnesota | 3:30 p.m. | NBC |
| Fri, Nov 14 | at UCLA | TBA | BTN |
| Sat, Nov 15 | at USC | 3 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Thu, Nov 20 | vs Iowa | TBA | FS1 |
| Sat, Nov 22 | at Indiana | 6 p.m. | BTN+ |
| Fri, Nov 28 | vs Penn State | 6:30 p.m. | BTN |
| Sat, Nov 29 | vs Ohio State | TBA | BTN |
Huskers Preview: Key Stats and Players
Nebraska boasts an 8-0 start, a feat achieved only twice in the past 13 years. Their match against Creighton marks their fifth game against a ranked team in their first nine matches, a rarity since 2007. The Huskers lead the nation in opponent hitting percentage (.100) and rank 10th in hitting percentage (.309). Junior outside hitter Harper Murray leads the team with 3.71 kills per set, while senior middle blocker Rebekah Allick contributes 2.65 kills per set and a team-high 1.43 blocks per set. Junior setter Bergen Reilly averages 9.35 assists per set.
Creighton Scouting Report
Creighton enters the match with a 5-4 record. Ava Martin leads the Bluejays with 3.91 kills per set, and Kiara Reinhardt contributes 2.48 kills per set.
Series History
Nebraska holds a dominant 23-0 all-time record against Creighton. Since Creighton's program returned in 1994, the Huskers are 21-0. Last year's match went to five sets, with Nebraska winning 3-2.
Key Returnees for Nebraska
Key returnees for the Nebraska Cornhuskers include Harper Murray, a two-time All-American, Bergen Reilly, a two-time Big Ten Setter of the Year, and Andi Jackson, an AVCA All-American First Team selection. Senior middle blocker Rebekah Allick and senior outside hitter Taylor Landfair also return with significant experience.
Newcomers to Watch
Allie Sczech, a transfer from Baylor, and freshmen Campbell Flynn, Ryan Hunter, Keri Leimbach, Teraya Sigler, Virginia Adriano, Kenna Cogill, and Manaia Ogbechie have joined the Huskers.
Dani Busboom Kelly's Debut
Dani Busboom Kelly makes her debut as the new head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, succeeding the legendary John Cook. Busboom Kelly brings a strong record from Louisville, where she led the Cardinals to two NCAA Championship matches.
Home Court Advantage
Nebraska boasts a 49-match home winning streak, the longest active streak in the nation. The home of Nebraska Volleyball will now officially bear the name of John Cook Arena.
Huskers on TV
Nebraska volleyball will be televised 24 times this season, with 19 national TV appearances on Big Ten Network, FOX, FS1, NBC, ABC, and ESPN.
Preseason Honors
Andi Jackson, Harper Murray, Bergen Reilly, and Rebekah Allick were named to the Preseason All-Big Ten Team. Flynn was named Gatorade National Player of the Year.