The Huskers (19-3, 11-1 Big Ten) got off to a hot start, hitting .385 in the first set and blocking six Wisconsin attacks. Madi Kubik led the way with seven kills, while Ally Batenhorst added five.
“We served tough and put pressure on them,” said Nebraska head coach John Cook. “I thought we played really well in the first set.”
Wisconsin (17-6, 9-3 Big Ten) fought back in the second set, but Nebraska was too strong at the net. The Huskers had another five blocks in the set, including two from Whitney Lauenstein.
“Nebraska’s blocking was a big factor tonight,” said Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield. “We had a hard time getting our offense going.”
Nebraska closed out the match with a strong third set, hitting .393 and committing just one error. Kubik finished with a match-high 15 kills, while Batenhorst added 13.
“I’m really proud of our team’s effort tonight,” said Cook. “We played with a lot of heart and determination.”
The win gives Nebraska a two-game lead over Wisconsin in the Big Ten standings. The Huskers will return to action on Saturday when they host No. 18 Purdue.
Nebraska and Wisconsin are two of the top teams in the country, and their match on Wednesday night was a highly anticipated showdown. The Huskers came into the match with a seven-match winning streak, while the Badgers had won their last three matches.
The win over Wisconsin is a big one for Nebraska, as it gives them a leg up in the race for the Big Ten title. The Huskers are now 11-1 in conference play, while Wisconsin is 9-3.
The win also extends Nebraska’s winning streak to eight matches, and it is the first time the Huskers have swept Wisconsin since 2017.
The win over Wisconsin is a big boost for Nebraska’s NCAA Tournament resume. The Huskers are now ranked No. 2 in the country, and they are likely to be a top seed in the tournament.
The win will also help Nebraska’s recruiting efforts. The Huskers have one of the top recruiting classes in the country, and the win over Wisconsin will only help to attract even more top talent to Lincoln.
The fans at the Devaney Center were electric on Wednesday night, and they played a big role in the Huskers’ victory. The fans were loud and supportive throughout the match, and they helped to create a great atmosphere.
The players were also excited about the win, and they said it was a great feeling to beat a top-10 team on their home court.
“It was an amazing atmosphere tonight,” said Kubik. “The fans were incredible, and they really helped us to win.”
