News Summary
The Nebraska volleyball team achieved a decisive victory over Michigan State, winning in straight sets and setting a new attendance record at the Breslin Center. With superb performances, the Cornhuskers showcased their dominance, improving to 17-0. Nebraska’s Harper Murray led the match with 13 kills, highlighting the team’s strong offensive play. The record attendance of over 11,500 fans illustrates the growing popularity of volleyball in the region. Next, Michigan State will look to rebound against Maryland in their upcoming match.
East Lansing, Michigan – The Nebraska volleyball team achieved a remarkable victory against Michigan State, winning in straight sets with scores of 25-15, 25-18, and 25-20 on October 17, 2025. This match was historic, drawing an impressive crowd of 11,578 fans and setting a new attendance record for MSU volleyball, surpassing the previous record by over 2,500 attendees.
The previous record had been set just two years earlier on October 6, 2023, when Nebraska also competed against Michigan State, but that event attracted only 8,789 fans. Following this latest win, Nebraska improved its season to an outstanding 17-0 overall and maintained a perfect 7-0 record within the Big Ten Conference. Meanwhile, Michigan State’s record fell to 14-3 overall and 4-3 in the conference.
In the match, Nebraska showcased their dominance by recording a hitting percentage of .383, a significant advantage over Michigan State’s hitting percentage of .209. The Cornhuskers led in all major statistical categories, including total kills (42-34), service aces (9-3), digs (30-23), and total blocks (9-4).
Player Highlights
Harper Murray of Nebraska was the standout player, leading all participants with 13 kills and achieving a hitting percentage of .500. Other significant contributions came from Taylor Landfair, who added 8 kills, and Virginia Adriano, who recorded 7 kills along with 3 blocks. On the side of Michigan State, junior outside hitter Karolina Staniszewska topped the team with 9 kills and posted a hitting percentage of .200. Senior opposite Evie Doezema contributed 8 kills with a hitting efficiency of .368, while freshman Bianca Mumcular chipped in with 7 kills. Zuzanna Kulig, a junior middle blocker for MSU, was notable for recording a team-high of 3 total blocks.
In terms of assists, Michigan State’s redshirt freshman setter Malayah Long accumulated 27 assists during the match, playing a crucial role in the team’s offensive efforts.
Match Overview
The match began strongly for Nebraska, who opened the first set with a quick 3-0 run, establishing an early lead that they maintained throughout the set. The Cornhuskers continued their momentum into the second set, where they launched a formidable 7-0 run right from the start, which showcased their commanding presence on the court. Although the third set saw some back-and-forth play between the teams, Nebraska ultimately capped off their performance with a strong finish, securing the match in three straight sets.
Looking Ahead
Following this loss, Michigan State is scheduled to host Maryland on October 19, 2025, for its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Match. This upcoming match will present an opportunity for the Spartans to bounce back and improve their standing within the conference.
This victory not only highlights Nebraska’s strong performance but also reflects the growing popularity of volleyball in the region, evidenced by the record-breaking attendance at the Breslin Center. With their undefeated streak and impressive teamwork, Nebraska continues to establish themselves as a formidable force in college volleyball.
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Additional Resources
- Michigan State Spartans
- Nebraska Cornhuskers
- WLIX News
- Google Search: Michigan State volleyball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: volleyball
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