Nebraska volleyball to play Missouri at Wrigley Field in historic first

The matches will mark the first time volleyball has been played at the iconic Chicago stadium.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:22pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold colors depicting a volleyball match at Wrigley Field, with the iconic stadium architecture and players' uniforms broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes.An abstract, cubist-inspired illustration captures the energy and excitement of the historic volleyball match at Wrigley Field, where Nebraska and Missouri will compete in a first-of-its-kind event.Lincoln Today

Nebraska Athletics announced that the Nebraska volleyball team will play a match against Missouri at Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, on September 6th as part of the Big Ten/SEC Challenge Week. Penn State will also battle Kentucky at the historic venue, bringing some of the nation's premier volleyball programs to one of the most recognizable sports stadiums.

Why it matters

This outdoor volleyball doubleheader at Wrigley Field represents a unique opportunity to showcase the growing popularity and high level of competition in women's collegiate volleyball. Hosting these matches at such an iconic sports venue will help raise the profile of the sport and attract new fans.

The details

The Nebraska vs. Missouri and Penn State vs. Kentucky matches will be the first time volleyball has ever been played at Wrigley Field. Both outdoor matches will be broadcast live on Fox, with the first match scheduled for 6 p.m. and the second at 8 p.m. Leading up to the Wrigley Field event, Nebraska will also play at DePaul on September 4th at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.

  • The Nebraska vs. Missouri and Penn State vs. Kentucky matches will take place on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
  • Nebraska will play at DePaul on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.

The players

Nebraska Volleyball

The University of Nebraska's women's volleyball team, which is one of the premier programs in the country.

Missouri Volleyball

The University of Missouri's women's volleyball team, which will face Nebraska at Wrigley Field.

Penn State Volleyball

The Pennsylvania State University's women's volleyball team, which will play Kentucky at Wrigley Field.

Kentucky Volleyball

The University of Kentucky's women's volleyball team, which will face Penn State at Wrigley Field.

Wrigley Field

The historic home stadium of the Chicago Cubs, which will host the first-ever collegiate volleyball matches.

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What they’re saying

“Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge Week culminating at Wrigley Field brings together the highest level of women's volleyball competition, at one of the most iconic venues in the country.”

— Tony Petitti, Big Ten Commissioner

“This is a historic moment for the Chicago Cubs, Big Ten and the SEC that has been months in the making. We're thrilled to welcome these incredible schools and student-athletes to the first-ever collegiate volleyball game at Wrigley Field.”

— Crane Kenney, Cubs President of Business Operations

What’s next

Ticket presale dates and times can be found on the Nebraska Athletics website, with the general public on-sale beginning on April 9, 2026.

The takeaway

This historic volleyball doubleheader at the iconic Wrigley Field stadium represents a major milestone for women's collegiate volleyball, showcasing the sport's growing popularity and high level of competition on a national stage.