Huskers Take Down Cardinal in Four Sets
In a thrilling match, the Nebraska Huskers defeated the Stanford Cardinal in four sets. The Huskers showcased their dominance throughout the match, ultimately securing a well-deserved victory.
The first set started off with Stanford taking an early lead of 6-3. However, the Huskers quickly turned the momentum around. A kill by Beason and a Stanford error were followed by a block from Krause and Jackson, tying the score at 6-6. Murray then earned a back-row kill, putting the Huskers ahead at 8-7. The Cardinal managed to regain a 13-10 lead, but the Huskers fought back with determination. Allick delivered a crucial kill, and Murray followed it up with back-to-back aces off the top of the net, giving the Huskers a 15-14 lead at the media timeout. Beason and Allick blocked a Stanford attack, extending the Huskers’ lead to 16-14. Stanford fought hard to regain the advantage, but the teams traded sideouts, resulting in a 21-21 tie. A crucial attacking error from Stanford was then followed by a kill from Allick, pushing the Huskers to a 23-21 lead. The Huskers sealed the set with a block by Allick and Murray, winning 25-23.
In the second set, the Huskers started off strong, taking a commanding 7-2 lead with seven kills on seven swings. They continued to dominate as Murray, Allick, Jackson, Krause, and Beason all contributed to the team’s success. The Huskers built a substantial lead of 12-5 after a kill by Murray. Stanford fought back but struggled to close the gap. The Huskers remained in control, with Murray delivering consecutive kills to solidify a 22-14 lead. Beason’s seventh kill further extended the Huskers’ advantage to 24-15. Eventually, the Huskers won the set with a score of 25-16, hitting an impressive .696 with 17 kills and only one error on 23 attacks.
The third set was more closely contested, with Stanford taking a 9-6 lead. However, the Huskers quickly caught up, tying the score at 9-9 through a series of service errors, blocks, and hitting errors. The Huskers briefly took the lead at 10-9, but Stanford clawed back, going into the media timeout with a 15-14 advantage. Stanford continued to bring the heat, achieving a 20-17 lead. Despite the Huskers’ efforts, Stanford ultimately won the set 25-19.
In the fourth and final set, the Huskers came out strong once again. Allick and Beason delivered kills, giving the Huskers a 4-2 lead. Stanford quickly answered, taking a 6-5 lead. Not to be outdone, Murray and Beason contributed crucial kills, putting the Huskers back on top at 9-7. The Huskers continued their impressive play, extending their lead to 15-12 at the media timeout. The Huskers’ defensive efforts were also commendable, with Allick and Reilly combining for a block and Choboy and Rodriguez making remarkable hustle plays. The Huskers maintained their momentum, securing a 19-15 lead. Beason delivered a kill, and Murray served an ace, pushing the Huskers’ advantage to 23-16. Allick and Krause sealed the match with a block and match point at 24-18. Although Stanford managed to score three consecutive points, Jackson ultimately put an end to the match with a kill, resulting in a 25-21 victory for the Huskers.
Overall, the match showcased the Huskers’ determination, teamwork, and skill. With this impressive win, the Huskers continue their successful season and reaffirm their position as one of the top teams in college volleyball.