Omaha Supernovas Sweep Orlando Valkyries in Playoff Push

Supernovas dominate in three sets to gain crucial win in tight postseason race

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:55am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a volleyball match, with sharp planes of bright orange, teal, and royal blue overlapping to capture the dynamic action of the game.The Omaha Supernovas' dominant sweep of the Orlando Valkyries showcases the team's depth and talent as they make a push for the playoffs.Omaha Today

The Omaha Supernovas picked up a critical sweep over the Orlando Valkyries on Thursday night, winning in three sets to bolster their playoff positioning. The Supernovas controlled the match from start to finish, led by standout performances from Brooke Nuneviller, Sarah Parsons, and Merritt Beason.

Why it matters

This sweep is a big boost for the Supernovas, who are in the midst of a tight playoff race in their conference. The dominant victory over the Valkyries gives Omaha valuable momentum and positioning as they make their push for the postseason.

The details

The Supernovas won the opening set 25-13, hitting an impressive .542 as a team. Brooke Nuneviller led the way with 9 kills. Omaha then took the second set 25-23, with Sarah Parsons also tallying 9 kills. The Supernovas completed the sweep with a 25-22 win in the third set, led by Merritt Beason's 9 kills, 6 digs, and 3 blocks.

  • The match took place on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
  • The Supernovas' next game is on Sunday, April 19, 2026 against the Atlanta Vibe.

The players

Brooke Nuneviller

A standout player for the Omaha Supernovas, Nuneviller finished with 9 kills in the sweep over Orlando.

Sarah Parsons

Also a key contributor for the Supernovas, Parsons recorded 9 kills in the victory.

Merritt Beason

Named player of the match, Beason had 9 kills, 6 digs, and 3 blocks to lead Omaha to the sweep.

Omaha Supernovas

The professional volleyball team from Omaha, Nebraska that picked up the crucial sweep over Orlando.

Orlando Valkyries

The opposing team from Orlando, Florida that was swept by the Supernovas in this key matchup.

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What they’re saying

“Just a little spring cleaning 🧹”

— Omaha Supernovas

“Sauce bringing the HEAT 😮‍💨”

— Omaha Supernovas

What’s next

The Omaha Supernovas will look to build on this sweep when they take on the Atlanta Vibe on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2 p.m.

The takeaway

This dominant victory over a conference rival gives the Omaha Supernovas crucial momentum and positioning in the tight playoff race. The team's ability to control the match from start to finish showcases their depth and talent as they make their push for the postseason.