Supernovas Host San Diego, Then Open Three-Match Road Swing at Grand Rapids

Omaha looks to build on momentum from pivotal road win as they return home, then hit the road for three-match swing

Jan. 29, 2026 at 7:07pm

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The Omaha Supernovas, the world's leading professional volleyball franchise, look to build on momentum from a pivotal road win last weekend as they return to Kiewit Court at the CHI Health Center on Friday, Jan. 30, to host the San Diego Mojo on National Girls and Women in Sports Night. Following the matchup, Omaha will begin its longest road trip of the season, opening a three-match swing Sunday, Feb. 1, against the Grand Rapids Rise at Van Andel Arena.

Why it matters

The Supernovas are looking to capitalize on their recent road win and continue their strong start to the season, while also celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Night. The upcoming three-match road swing will be a test for the team as they look to maintain their position in the league standings.

The details

The match against the Mojo will be broadcast statewide on Nebraska Public Media and out-of-state viewers can stream the match on the MLV YouTube channel. Friday will also be the debut of a brand-new Supernovas alternate jersey. Sunday's match against the Grand Rapids Rise will be nationally televised on CBS Sports Network, marking Omaha's second appearance on national TV this season.

  • The match against the Mojo will be on Friday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. CST.
  • The match against the Grand Rapids Rise will be on Sunday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m. CST.

The players

Omaha Supernovas

The world's leading professional volleyball franchise, competing in Major League Volleyball (MLV).

San Diego Mojo

A professional volleyball team competing in MLV, led by first-year head coach Alisha Childress.

Grand Rapids Rise

A professional volleyball team competing in MLV, led by head coach Cathy George.

Brooke Nuneviller

An outside hitter for the Omaha Supernovas who has had a dominant start to the 2026 season.

Reagan Cooper

An outside hitter for the Omaha Supernovas who had a standout performance in her first start of the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Supernovas will look to continue their strong start to the season as they take on the San Diego Mojo and then embark on a three-match road swing against the Grand Rapids Rise.

The takeaway

The Omaha Supernovas are off to a strong start in the 2026 season, and their upcoming matchups against the San Diego Mojo and Grand Rapids Rise will be crucial as they look to maintain their position in the league standings and build momentum heading into the second half of the season.