The current champions have a chance to defend their title. Texas is back in the NCAA volleyball national championship game after dominating top-seeded Wisconsin in the semifinals. The Longhorns will face favorite Nebraska in one of the hottest rivalries in the sport.
While Texas beat Wisconsin in four tough sets, the Huskers made quick work of Pitt with a sweep. This year’s championship game will be the third time the Longhorns and Huskers have met in this matchup. Nebraska won its previous meetings in 1995 and 2015.
This time, they will be matched as evenly as possible. Freshman Bergen Riley vs. Ella Swindle, spunky freshman Harper Murray vs. two-time national champion Maddie Skinner on the outside, Lexi Rodriguez vs. Emma Halter in the back row and Becca Alec vs. Asjea O’Neill battle it out in the middle.
Confidence and consistency have grown in both teams over time. But this is for all marble. It will be a test of defense and determination.
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Nebraska vs texas volleyball score
| Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 | Group 4 | Group 5 | last | |
| nebraska | 22 | |||||
| Texas | 25 |
Live Nebraska vs. Texas matchup updates, and NCAA volleyball tournament highlights
All times Eastern.
3:58 PM – What better way to end it than with ace Keonilei Akana? The Longhorns won the first set of the match 25-22.
3:54 PM – Murray equals it at 22 with an ace! The Huskers lead 6-2. Time Out, Texas, after employees received a red card.
3:51 PM – The Texas bloc imposes a Nebraska deadline! The Longhorns led 22-19.
Molly is a brick wall!!!! @mollyphillips_ | #hookm pic.twitter.com/naYdguSCCB
— Texas Volleyball (@TexasVolleyball) December 17, 2023
3:48 PM – Are you not entertained?! Jenna Wenas finished the best rally of the match but was put into the back of the net. Point and the Huskers are given a yellow card to the Texas coaching staff.
3:43 PM – Maddie Skinner gets her first ace! The Huskers call a timeout as they trail 17-14.
3:39 PM – At the first media timeout, Texas led 15-14 in the first set.
3:37 PM – We have our first challenge! Gerrit Elliott challenges for a touch on a Nebraska block. But the call for Husker Point has been confirmed! Texas faces one challenge.
3:32 PM – We have a rally, and Harper Murray ends it with a tip! Nebraska takes its first lead 10-9.
Get your popcorn, we’re waiting for something good 🍿#NCAAWVB S 🎥 ABC / @huskerVB pic.twitter.com/I4Xh54Q6Gg
– NCAA Women’s Volleyball (@NCAAVolleyball) December 17, 2023
3:30 pm – Points are traded back and forth. Two for Jenna Wenas and two for Andy Jackson. It is associated with eight o’clock.
3:28 PM – The Longhorns took a 4-0 lead, but Nebraska rallied to tie the score at six.
3:23 PM – Nebraska serves first, but Maddie Skinner gets the first point of the afternoon for Texas.
3:20 PM – A match for the ages.
It’s time 🏆
(2) @TexasVolleyball 🆚 (1) @huskerVB#NCAAWVB S 🎥 ABC pic.twitter.com/lwt7ZdFXXD– NCAA Women’s Volleyball (@NCAAVolleyball) December 17, 2023
3:12 PM – The Longhorns and Huskers last met on December 11, 2021 in Austin. This was Texas’ last loss in the NCAA Tournament.
3:05 PM – The first service will be served in approximately 15 minutes.
2:48 PM – The Huskers have been here before, but it hasn’t gone their way in recent years. They lost in 2018 and 2021 to Stanford and Wisconsin, respectively. This is their fifth title appearance in nine seasons.
2:18 PM – Nebraska is just warming up, on the field and in the stands.
The Huskers took the field for warmups. pic.twitter.com/GD0F7rnk9C
– Lincoln Arnell (@Lincoln_VB) December 17, 2023
1:18 PM – Fans are lined up and ready for the teams to arrive. It’s a sea of red in Tampa.
The scene at Amalie Arena before Texas and Nebraska arrive before the national championship game. pic.twitter.com/wZXbnvuhsr
– Amy Just (@Amie_Just) December 17, 2023
1:13 PM – There is a lot of support for the Longhorns as they make their way to Amalie Arena.
Send them right 🤘 #hookm pic.twitter.com/YFH7GDqsxk
— Texas Volleyball (@TexasVolleyball) December 17, 2023
What channel is broadcasting the Nebraska vs. Texas volleyball game today?
- TV channel: ABC
- Live broadcast: ESPN app, Fubo
For the first time, an NCAA volleyball game will be broadcast on ABC. The stream is available on the ESPN app or Fubo, which offers a free trial.
Nebraska vs. Texas volleyball start time
- date: Sunday 17 December
- time: 3 p.m. ET
First serve between Nebraska and Texas in the national title game will be from Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, at 3pm ET on Sunday, December 17.
Get ready for an intense showdown as Nebraska and Texas go head to head in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. Volleyball fans are eagerly awaiting the live score updates and highlights of this highly anticipated match. Both teams are known for their skill and tenacity on the court, making this a must-watch event for any sports enthusiast. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and keep track of the thrilling moments as Nebraska and Texas battle it out for victory.