#1 Nebraska sweeps #18 Washington, claims share of Big Ten title

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

#1 Nebraska sweeps #18 Washington, claims share of Big Ten title
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The Nebraska Cornhuskers secured a decisive 3-0 victory over the Washington Huskies in Seattle on November 8, 2026. This win marks Nebraska's first-ever match with a hitting percentage of.477 in the rally-scoring era. Harper Murray contributed significantly with 13 kills and three service aces. Nebraska started strong, winning the first set 25-20, then dominating the second set 25-13. The third set saw a closer battle, but Nebraska ultimately clinched it 25-22. This victory gives the Huskers at least a share of the Big Ten title, with a chance to win it outright in their next match against Illinois on November 12.

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  • •Nebraska hit a program-best.477 in a single match.
  • •Harper Murray led Nebraska with 13 kills and three aces.
  • •Sets were won by scores of 25-20, 25-13, and 25-22.
  • •Nebraska can secure the Big Ten title outright with one more win.
  • •Next match is against Illinois on November 12.
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This win gave the Huskers at least a share of the Big Ten title.

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