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High school girls volleyball: 2025 2A team-by-team region capsules, predictions
The 2025 high school girls volleyball season gets underway this week for teams in Class 2A and throughout the state. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 2A. Every school was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
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There are 10 new girls volleyball coaches in 2A this year: Mike Shearer (South Summit), Jacqueline Packer (Freedom Prep), Greg Jensen (UM Camp Williams), Julia Smith (Wasatch Academy), TBD (Merit Academy), Khiaura Silcox (Rowland Hall), Brittney Melton (Grand), Ellie Anderson (Parowan), Skyann Palmer (San Juan), Kascee Jacobs (South Sevier).
Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
Region 15 volleyball projections
Region 15
1. North Summit Braves
Head coach: Samantha Stephens (21st year).
2024 record: 25-7 (second in Region 15 with a 8-2 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Championship.
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Returning contributors:
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Ellie Stephens Jr. All State starter last two years. Middle Hitter
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Kate Smith Jr. Setter All State returning player.
Key newcomers:
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Quinci Vernon Jr. middle Hitter will add another solid hitter for us.
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Braylin Hennefer Jr. OH she is small but mighty,
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Lydia West Sr. OH, consistent leader for us.
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Olivia Richins opposite/setter can deliver a great set when our setter takes the first ball.
Coach comment: We have a strong team with 6 that have been playing together for a lot of years! I’m. excited to see what we can do!
2. South Summit Wildcats
Head coach: Mike Shearer (1st year).
2024 record: 14-12 (tied for third in Region 13 with a 4-6 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 3A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Canyon View, 3-0, in the 3A Quarterfinals.
Returning contributors:
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Avree Carpenter, Libero, Jr.
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So.ie Prescott, Setter, Sr.
Key newcomers:
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Adayln Wycoff, setter, Fr.
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Sydney Crystal, OH, MB, So.
Coach comment: Rebuilding season after graduating seven seniors, but also enthusiastic incoming seniors and juniors ready to fill those shoes, and a very promising freshman group.
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3. Millard Eagles
Head coach: KJ Stevens (2nd year).
2024 record: 9-18 (fifth in Region 18 with a 4-8 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Grand, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
Key newcomers:
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Emily Stephenson. DS. Sr.
Coach comment: I’m super excited about this upcoming season. We didn’t lose any seniors last year, so the players all got some varsity experience. This is a team that loves to work hard and work hard for each other. It is going to be fun to watch where they go this year.
4. Duchesne Eagles
Head coach: Al Jole (2nd year).
2024 record: 10-11 (fourth in Region 15 with a 4-6 record).
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2024 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
Returning contributors:
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Kamee Larsen, Opposite, Sr.
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Breklyn Skewes, Setter, Jr.
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Prezley Farnsworth, Libero, Jr.
Key newcomers:
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Amryka Lindsay, Opposite, Sr.
Coach comment: Just looking forward to being competitive.
5. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
Head coach: Janna Jensen (4th year).
2024 record: 7-13 (sixth in Region 15 with a 0-10 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 20 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by South Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Second Round.
Returning contributors:
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Makayla Tucker, Setter, Jr.
Coach comment: Hoping to improve and build our program more every year.
6. North Sevier Wolves
Head coach: Michelle Roberts (4th year).
2024 record: 31-1 (first in Region 15 with a 10-0 record).
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2024 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Beat North Summit, 3-1, in the 2A Championship.
Additional info not provided
Region 16 volleyball projections
Region 16
1. Salt Lake Academy Griffins
Head coach: Kristin Whitehead (1st year).
2024 record: 24-8 (first in Region 16 with a 10-0 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Enterprise, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.
Additional info not provided
2. Freedom Prep Academy Eagles
Head coach: Jacqueline Packer (1st year).
2024 record: 12-8 (third in Region 16 with a 9-3 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.
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Additional info not provided
3. Wasatch Academy Tigers
Head coach: Julia Smith (1st year).
2024 record: 1-11 (eight in Region 16 with a 1-7 record).
Additional info not provided
4. Rockwell Marshals
Head coach: Marjorie Clifford (4th year).
2024 record: 10-8 (fourth in Region 16 with a 8-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 19 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Maeser Prep, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
Kyra Lundgreen, OH, Sr.
Gwen Smith, S. Jr.
Madison Huesby, OH Jr.
Key newcomers:
Hope Lane, S, So.
Risha Aragon, L, Jr.
Aja Thun, Opp, Fr.
Coach comment: We are excited to see a lot of growth and grit this season. We lost a lot of seniors last year and I am excited to see how some of our new players will be able to contribute.
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5. Merit Academy Knights
Head coach: (1st year).
2024 record: 2-10 (sixth in Region 16 with a 2-7 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 26 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Draper APA, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Additional info not provided
6. Utah Military Camp Williams Marauders
Head coach: Greg Jensen (1st year).
2024 record: 3-17 (seventh in Region 16 with a 2-8 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 25 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Coach comment: Look to build on achievements from last season and continue to improve and develop this season.
7. Vanguard Valiants
Head coach: Ellie Jenkins (1st year)
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8. APA West Valley Eagles
Head coach: Adam Richards (2nd year).
2024 record: 8-7 (fifth in Region 16 with a 7-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 18 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Freedom Prep, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
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Genesis Valle, Sr., setter, hitter, passer
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Ruth Par, Jr., hitter, MB
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Alyrois Goyo, So., setter, hitter, passer
Coach comment: We are very excited about this season’s team. We have some very hard workers on our team this year. Our athletes are developing very well, and getting better everyday.
Region 17 volleyball projections
Region 17
1. Draper APA Eagles
Head coach: Lorenzo Gasper (4th year).
2024 record: 23-7 (tied for first in Region 17 with a 11-1 record).
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2024 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Duchesne, 3-1, in the 2A Second Round.
Returning contributors:
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Marley Olive, Setter, Jr.
Key newcomers:
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Jovee Riness, Utility Player, Fr.
Coach comment: We are young program but very excited for this upcoming season.
2. Rowland Hall Winged Lions
Head coach: Khiaura Silcox (1st year).
2024 record: 16-8 (third in Region 17 with a 8-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Beaver, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
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Greta Filippone, Setter, Sr.
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Chloe Vezina, Setter, Jr.
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Kailani Nguyen, DS/Libero, So.
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Nyki Younten, DS/Libero, So.
Key newcomers:
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Akemi Kawabata, Libero, Fr.
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Zoya Syed, Setter/OH, Fr.
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Maya Beach Posso, MB/OH, Fr.
Coach comment: I am super excited to begin our upcoming season. These girls are such a wonderful group. We have a great opportunity to showcase our skills this year and create substantial memories this season.
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3. Intermountain Christian Lions
Head coach: Chloe Couch (2nd year).
2024 record: 14-8 (second in Region 16 with a 9-1 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Gunnison Valley, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.
Additional info not provided
4. Maeser Prep Lions
Head coach: Mas Watabe (12th year).
2024 record: 17-13 (fourth in Region 17 with a 6-6 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Parowan, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.
Returning contributors:
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Charlotte Brockbank, OH, Sr.
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Danitza Sarmiento, OH, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Coach comment: Many returning players with lots of experience.
Good depth in every position and looking forward to a new year.
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5. Waterford Ravens
Head coach: Taran Hall (7th year).
2024 record: 7-15 (fifth in Region 17 with a 4-8 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 24 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by San Juan, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
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Kenley Carter, OH/RS, Jr.
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Katie Schmidt, Setter, Jr.
Coach comment: This year will be a building year. Young athletes but it will be fun and competitive.
6. American Heritage Patriots
Head coach: Kelsie Mendenhall (2nd year).
2024 record: 6-17 (sixth in Region 17 with a 2-10 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 21 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Salt Lake Academy, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Returning contributors:
Key newcomers:
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Julia Van der Beek Jr. Setter
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Coach comment: We have a young but talented squad returning plus several fresh young athletes that are ready to get into competition.
7. American Leadership Eagles
Head coach: Ken Jensen (2nd year).
2024 record: 0-24 (seventh in Region 17 with a 0-12 record).
Returning contributors:
Key newcomers:
Coach comment: We are excited and optimistic for our team this year. We continue to develop our skills and look to success on and off the court.
8. Utah Military Hillfield Thunderbirds
Head coach: Nicole Davies (1st year).
2024 record: 1-12 (ninth in Region 16 with a 1-9 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 27 in 2A.
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2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.
Additional info not provided
Region 18 volleyball projections
Region 18
1. Enterprise Wolves
Head coach: Brian Phelps (34th year).
2024 record: 17-10 (tied for third in Region 18 with a 8-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by South Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
Returning contributors:
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Eliza Balajadia, S/MB, Sr.
Key newcomers:
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Natalya Bracken, S/OH, Fr.
Coach comment: We are excited for the opportunity to compete this year. We have some great athletes that like to compete.
2. Parowan Rams
Head coach: Ellie Anderson (1st year).
2024 record: 26-6 (tied for first in Region 18 with a 10-2 record).
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2024 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-2, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
Returning contributors:
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Mckell Webster, Jr., Setter
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Madison Wilson, So., Middle
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Ryan Robinson, So., Libero
Key newcomers:
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Avia Anderson, Sr., Opposite
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Olivia Anderson, Fr., OH/Setter
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McKell Chidester, Jr., DS
Coach comment: Our young team has returning and new talent with significant experience. We expect to be a gritty team that focuses on constant growth throughout the season.
3. Kanab Cowboys
Head coach: Bekka Patton (2nd year).
2024 record: 21-9 (tied for first in Region 18 with a 10-2 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Semifinals.
Returning contributors:
Key newcomers:
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Kaycee Castagno, OH/MB, So.
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Gracelyn Beckstead, OH/OPP, So.
Coach comment: We’re a young team this year and I’m excited to see how far the girls can go.
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4. South Sevier Rams
Head coach: Kascee Jacobs (1st year).
2024 record: 21-9 (tied for third in Region 18 with a 8-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Semifinals.
Returning contributors:
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Cooper Green, Setter, Jr.
Key newcomers:
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Halle Mckinlay, Libero, Jr.
Coach comment: I’m excited to see what this group of kids can put together. We have some strong leaders on the court who are determined and fearless.They definitely won’t let us down.
5. San Juan Broncos
Head coach: Skyann Palmer (1st year).
2024 record: 17-12 (third in Region 15 with a 6-4 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
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Returning contributors:
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Morgann McPherson, OH, Sr.
6. Beaver Beavers
Head coach: Ellen Peart (4th year).
2024 record: 7-17 (tied for sixth in Region 18 with a 1-11 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 22 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.
Returning contributors:
7. Grand Red Devils
Head coach: Brittney Melton (1st year).
2024 record: 10-14 (fifth in Region 15 with a 2-8 record).
2024 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 2A.
2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.
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Creighton volleyball defeats Northern Colorado
Creighton volleyball is back in the NCAA Tournament for the 14th-straight season. The Bluejays have their sights set on making it to the Final Four, and that pursuit started on Thursday at the CHI Health Center.This is the fifth straight season that the Jays are hosting the tournament. Check out this fire block from the Jays.Creighton dominated in the first set 25-12.Things were pretty close in set 2, but a 3-0 Bluejay run gave them the 15-12 lead over the Bears.With a slam, the Jays were up 18-15.Northern Colorado got to 25 first, winning set 2, 25-23.The Bears were off to an early lead in set 3.A 5-0 run for CU tied things at 14 apiece.The Bears won set 2, 25-23.The Jays were putting it all out on the court after dropping two sets.A 4-0 run pushed the Jays up 12-4.Creighton won set 4, 25-17.Creighton took the lead in set 5.The Jays defeated the Bears 15-8 in the fifth set to win the match 3-2.Creighton will play Northern Iowa at 6:30 p.m. on Friday at the CHI Health Center.Make sure you can always see the latest news, weather, sports and more from KETV NewsWatch 7 on Google search.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
Creighton volleyball is back in the NCAA Tournament for the 14th-straight season.
The Bluejays have their sights set on making it to the Final Four, and that pursuit started on Thursday at the CHI Health Center.
This is the fifth straight season that the Jays are hosting the tournament.
Check out this fire block from the Jays.
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Creighton dominated in the first set 25-12.
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Things were pretty close in set 2, but a 3-0 Bluejay run gave them the 15-12 lead over the Bears.
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With a slam, the Jays were up 18-15.
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Northern Colorado got to 25 first, winning set 2, 25-23.
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The Bears were off to an early lead in set 3.
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A 5-0 run for CU tied things at 14 apiece.
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The Bears won set 2, 25-23.
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A 4-0 run pushed the Jays up 12-4.
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Creighton won set 4, 25-17.
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Watch Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island: TV channel, time, streaming
Dec. 5, 2025, 4:08 a.m. CT
The Nebraska volleyball team (30-0) was selected as the No. 1 overall seed for the 2025 NCAA tournament on Sunday night. The Cornhuskers will open the tournament on Friday against the Long Island Sharks (20-8) at the John Cook Arena.
The other first-round game in Lincoln will see San Diego face Kansas State at 4:30 p.m. CT. The Huskers will host the first and second rounds this Friday and Saturday at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. The second round game is Saturday at 7 p.m. CT.
Nebraska’s offense ranks first nationally with a .352 hitting percentage. The defense is equally impressive, ranking first nationally in opponent hitting percentage at .125.
Junior Harper Murray leads the team with 3.55 kills and 2.15 digs per set and a team high 28 aces. Setter Bergen Reilly runs the offense at an elite level with an average of 10.31 assists and 2.73 digs per set. Middle blocker Andi Jackson is averaging 2.75 kills per set on .467 hitting with 1.13 blocks per set.
The Sharks enter the tournament with an automatic bid after winning the Northeast Conference tournament. LIU is led by Sara van Gisteren, who averages 3.92 kills per set. She was also named the NEC tournament MVP. Karly Klaer was named the NEC setter of the year with 10.06 assists per set.
Nebraska will be playing Long Island for the second time ever. The teams met in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Tournament, with the Huskers winning 25-13, 25-16, 25-22.
Watch Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island live on ESPN+
Here’s how to watch the Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island game on Friday, including time, TV schedule, and streaming information:
What channel is Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island on?
TV Channel: N/A
Livestream:ESPN+ (subscriber only)
Nebraska-Long Island volleyball in the first round of the NCAA tournament can be seen on ESPN+. Huskers Radio Network will have audio coverage of all Nebraska matches on Huskers Radio Network affiliates, Huskers.com and the Huskers app. John Baylor and Lauren Cook West will be on the call. Streaming options for the game include ESPN+.
Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island time today
- Date: Friday, Dec. 5
- Start time: 7 p.m. CT
The Nebraska volleyball vs Long Island first-round NCAA tournament game starts at 7 p.m. CT from the Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, NE.
Nebraska volleyball 2025 schedule (30-0, 20-0)
Aug. 22 – vs. Pittsburgh – WIN 3-1 (25-22, 25-11, 20-25, 25-23)
Aug. 24 – vs. Stanford – WIN 3-0 (25-13, 25-19, 25-14)
Aug. 29 – at Lipscomb – WIN 3-0 (25-13, 25-21, 25-15)
Aug. 31 – vs Kentucky – WIN 3-2 (24-26, 20-25, 25-19, 25-23, 15-8)
Sept. 5 – vs. Wright State – WIN 3-0 (25-16, 25-16, 25-20)
Sept. 7 – vs. California – WIN 3-0 (25-15, 25-18, 25-12)
Sept. 12 – vs. Utah – WIN 3-1 (21-25, 25-8, 25-18, 25-13)
Sept. 13 – vs. Grand Canyon – WIN 3-0 (25-12, 25-23, 25-18)
Sept. 16 – at Creighton – WIN 3-2 (25-17, 21-25, 25-18, 24-26, 15-9)
Sept. 20 – vs. Arizona – WIN 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-18)
Sept. 24 – vs. Michigan – WIN 3-0 (25-6, 25-15, 25-13)
Sept. 27 – vs. Maryland – WIN 3-0 (25-14, 27-25, 25-14)
Oct. 3 – at Penn State – WIN 3-0 (25-6, 25-15, 25-13)
Oct. 4 – at Rutgers – WIN 3-0 (25-17, 25-15, 25-16)
Oct. 10 – vs. Washington – WIN 3-0 (25-14, 25-18, 25-16)
Oct. 12 – at Purdue – WIN 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 25-15)
Oct. 17 – at Michigan State – WIN 3-0 (25-15, 25-18, 25-20)
Oct. 19 – at Michigan – WIN 3-0 (25-18, 25-13, 25-18)
Oct. 24 – vs. Northwestern – WIN 3-0 (25-17, 25-13, 25-17)
Oct. 25 – vs. Michigan State – WIN 3-0 (25-15, 25-15, 25-18)
Oct. 31 – at Wisconsin – WIN 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 25-13)
Nov. 2 – vs. Oregon – WIN 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-12)
Nov. 6 – vs. Illinois – WIN 3-0 (25-11, 25-15, 25-14)
Nov. 8 – at Minnesota – WIN 3-0 (25-15, 25-21, 25-20)
Nov. 14 – at UCLA – WIN 3-1 (25-17, 25-23, 19-25, 25-15)
Nov. 16 – at USC – WIN 3-0 (25-13, 25-16, 25-20)
Nov. 20 – vs. Iowa – WIN 3-0 (25-15, 25-21, 25-18)
Nov. 22 – at Indiana – WIN 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-22)
Nov. 28 – vs. Penn State – WIN 3-0 (25-14, 25-11, 25-14)
Nov. 29 – vs. Ohio State – WIN 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-20)
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Tennessee volleyball vs Utah State, Lady Vols upset in first round
Updated Dec. 4, 2025, 9:00 p.m. ET
Tennessee volleyball chose a bad time to play its worst volleyball of the season.
The No. 7 seed Lady Vols were on their heels in the beginning of the match against Utah State, and they didn’t have enough to complete the reverse-sweep. Tennessee (20-8) fell 3-2 to the Aggies (24-7) in a shocking upset in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, Arizona, on Dec. 4.
The Lady Vols won two straight sets to make it a five-set thriller, and they battled from behind the entire fifth set, which they ultimately lost 15-11. In the end, it wasn’t enough to recover from their poor start.
By the time Tennessee started playing like its season was on the line, it was staring down a reverse sweep to advance. But against a red-hot Utah State team, which entered the tournament on a 21-game winning streak, the late push wasn’t enough.
In the first two sets, the Aggies picked apart the Lady Vols defense at the net and on the floor – it was a clinical dismantling by Utah State, which made all the scrappy, game-winning plays of a team that swept the Mountain West championships.
The Lady Vols made a fierce comeback attempt, turning the tide with sharper, more aggressive serving in the third and fourth sets to force a five-set thriller. They found their footing on defense, and they got a spark from Sydney Jones to launch and more balanced attack.
Outside hitter Starr Williams was a bright spot in the offense, especially while Tennessee looks all out of sorts the first two sets. She continued to be a focal point all match, and she logged 15 kills with a .387 hitting percentage, along with seven digs and four blocks.
Jones was a difference-maker as a reserve, and she continued to score points for the Lady Vols when they needed them. Jones ended the night with 12 kills, and Hayden Kubik also added 12 kills.
The Lady Vols’ offense hit just .228 as a team, while they allowed Utah State to hit .312. They struggled to slow down the Aggies’ attack between Tierney Barlow, who ended the match with 16 kills, and Loryn Helgesen and Andrea Simovski, who both had 14 kills.
Tennessee middle blocker Zoe Humphrey did not travel with the team, according to the ESPN broadcast.

Tennessee volleyball vs. Utah State: Live score updates
When does Tennessee volleyball vs. Utah State start?
- Date: Thursday, Dec. 4
- Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
- Where: Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, Arizona.
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Tennessee volleyball schedule 2025
Last 10 games
- Dec. 4: vs. Utah State in Tempe, Arizona, 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+
- Nov. 24: vs. Kentucky in SEC tournament, L 1-3
- Nov. 23: vs. Florida in SEC tournament, W 3-1
- Nov. 16: Oklahoma, W 3-1
- Nov. 14: Arkansas, W 3-0
- Nov. 9: at Kentucky, L 1-3
- Nov. 7: at Vanderbilt, W 3-0
- Nov. 2: Texas A&M, L 1-3
- Oct. 31: Missouri, L 1-3
- Oct. 26: at Mississippi State, W 3-1
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2025 DI women’s volleyball championship: Bracket, schedule, scores
The DI women’s volleyball championship is here. The tournament continues Friday, Dec. 5 with both first and second round matches and lasts until the national championship on Sunday, Dec. 21 at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
The full 64-team bracket was announced on Sunday, Nov. 30. Thirty-one conference champions earned automatic bids to the tournament, with the NCAA DI women’s volleyball committee selecting 33 other teams as at-large picks.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2025 women’s volleyball championship.
2025 DI women’s volleyball championship bracket
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2025 DI women’s volleyball championship schedule
All times listed in ET
- First round: Dec. 4-5
- Second round: Dec. 5-6
- Regionals: Dec. 11 and 13 or Dec. 12 and 14
- Semifinals: Thursday, Dec. 18
- National championship: 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21 | ABC
- Selection show: 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30
- First round:
- Thursday, Dec. 4
- No. 5 Colorado 3, American 0
- No. 6 Baylor 3, Arkansas State 2
- No. 8 UCLA 3, Georgia Tech 2
- No. 5 Miami (Fla.) 3, Tulsa 1
- No. 4 Indiana 3, Toledo 0
- No. 6 UNI 3, Utah 2
- North Carolina 3, No. 6 UTEP 1
- Utah State 3, No. 7 Tennessee 2
- No. 1 Kentucky 3, Wofford 0
- No. 3 Purdue 3, Wright State 0
- No. 4 Kansas 3, High Point 0
- Cal Poly 3, No. 5 BYU 2
- No. 3 Creighton 3, Northern Colorado 2
- No. 3 Wisconsin 3, Eastern Illinois 0
- No. 2 Arizona State 3, Coppin State 0
- No. 4 USC 3, Princeton 0
- Thursday, Dec. 4
DI women’s volleyball championship history
Here is the complete history of DI women’s volleyball champions:
Sports
Track & Field Opening Indoor Season with Split-Squad Weekend – Penn State
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State track & field is set to begin its indoor slate with a three-meet split-squad weekend. The Nittany Lions will start their week in Philadelphia on Friday, Dec. 5 at the Penn Opener, also competing on Saturday, Dec. 6. On Saturday, there will also be Nittany Lions competing at the Bucknell Opener in Lewisburg, and the Sharon-Colyear Danville Season Opener in Boston on Saturday. Dec. 6.
Penn State is set to begin the 2025-26 indoor season while continuing to build off its success from a season ago. The men’s squad finished 12th in the Big Ten last indoor season while the women finished seventh. The squad returns six All-Americans from last year’s indoor team including 2024 First Team All-Americans Handal Roban and Hayley Kitching.
Head Coach John Gondak enters his 12th season leading the Nittany Lion track & field program. His coaching resume includes 62 First Team All-Americans and 11 Big Ten team titles.
PENN OPENER – Friday-Saturday, December 5-6
Live Results | Watch on Saturday (ESPN+)
Penn State will send seven athletes to compete at the Penn Opener. Maddie Pitts will be the lone competitor on Friday in the pentathlon.
BUCKNELL OPENER – Saturday, December 6
Live Results
The largest group of Nittany Lions will be headed to Lewisburg to compete in the Bucknell Opener. 36 athletes in field events and sprints will be the main competition group for PSU this weekend at Bucknell.
SHARON COLYEAR-DANVILLE SEASON OPENER – Saturday, December 6
Live Results | Watch (FloTrack)
Penn State will be sending 10 athletes to Boston for season opening action. The middle distance/distance group will make up the group competing against some of the top talent in the nation.
FULL 2025-26 INDOOR TRACK & FIELD SCHEDULE
Dec. 5-6 – Penn Opener | Philadelphia, Pa.
Dec. 6 – Bucknell Opener | Lewisburg, Pa.
Dec. 6 – Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener | Boston, Mass.
Jan. 17 – Nittany Lion Challenge | University Park, Pa.
Jan. 24 – Penn 10 Team Elite | Philadelphia, Pa.
Jan. 30-31 – Penn State National Open | University Park, Pa.
Feb. 7 – Sykes & Sabock Challenge | University Park, Pa.
Feb. 13-14 – Tyson Invitational | Fayetteville, Ark.
Feb. 13-14 – David Hemery Valentine Invitational | Boston, Mass.
Feb. 20 – Penn State Tune-Up | University Park, Pa.
Feb. 27-28 – Big Ten Indoor Championships | Indianapolis, Ind.
Mar. 13-14 – NCAA Indoor Championships | Fayetteville, Ark.
FOLLOW THE NITTANY LIONS
Follow along with the team on our social media pages on Facebook (PennStateTFXC) and X/Instagram (@pennstatetfxc). Live updates on race day regarding start times and other important notes will be posted on X.
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