Nebraska Volleyball to Face Creighton in Spring Exhibition Match

The two in-state rivals will meet in a highly anticipated matchup at Creighton's home arena.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 1:15am

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Nebraska volleyball will take on Creighton in an exhibition match this spring on April 17 at 7 p.m. CT at the D.J. Sokol Arena. The two teams faced off in the regular season last year, with Nebraska defeating Creighton in five sets in front of a record-breaking crowd at the CHI Health Center.

Why it matters

This exhibition match provides an opportunity for the two top volleyball programs in Nebraska to compete against each other in the offseason, building anticipation for the upcoming regular season and showcasing the state's rich volleyball culture.

The details

Last season, Nebraska finished the year 33-1 and ranked No. 3 in the final AVCA poll, while Creighton was 28-6 and ranked No. 10. In their regular season matchup, Nebraska's Harper Murray recorded a double-double with 17 kills and 10 digs, while Bergen Reilly also earned a double-double with 43 assists and 19 digs.

  • The exhibition match will take place on April 17, 2026 at 7 p.m. CT.
  • In the 2025 regular season, Nebraska and Creighton met in a five-set match at the CHI Health Center.

The players

Harper Murray

A standout player for Nebraska, Murray recorded a double-double in the teams' previous matchup.

Bergen Reilly

Also a key contributor for Nebraska, Reilly earned a double-double in the prior meeting between the two teams.

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What’s next

The April 17th match will be televised by Nebraska Public Media, allowing fans across the state to tune in and watch the highly anticipated exhibition.

The takeaway

This spring exhibition showcases the strength of volleyball in Nebraska, with two top-10 programs facing off in a matchup that is sure to generate significant interest and anticipation among the state's passionate volleyball community.