Top-Ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers Face Penn State in High-Stakes Match

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The No. 1-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers take on the No. 15 Penn State Nittany Lions in a highly anticipated Big Ten volleyball match on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.

Nebraska enters the match with a flawless record of 10-0, maintaining its top national ranking after dominating its opponents so far this season. The Cornhuskers aim to extend their unbeaten streak against a Penn State team boasting a 6-4 record.

This matchup is crucial for Penn State as they look to make a statement in Big Ten play, hoping to hand Nebraska its first defeat of the season. The intensity is expected to be high as both teams seek victory under the national spotlight.

The match will take place at Rec Hall on the Penn State campus, with a start time set for 8 p.m. ET, and fans can watch it live on FOX.

Nebraska’s offense has been impressive, ranking fourth nationally with a .314 hitting percentage. Harper Murray leads the team with an average of 3.40 kills per set and has recorded 39 service aces. Setter Bergen Reilly averages 9.59 assists per set and 3.00 digs, contributing significantly to the team’s success.

On the defensive side, Rebekah Allick and Andi Jackson are pivotal, averaging 1.22 and 1.05 blocks per set, respectively. In their last game, Penn State suffered a 3-1 loss, but junior transfer Kennedy Martin is a player to watch. She leads the Big Ten and ranks second nationally with 5.23 kills per set, making her a formidable opponent for the Cornhuskers.

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This game not only represents a clash of two powerful teams but also plays a vital role in their pursuit of success within the Big Ten conference.