Nebraska defeats Georgia Tech in four sets after dropping the opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 9:17 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Nebraska recovered from a first-set loss to defeat Georgia Tech in four sets at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. After falling 24-26 in the opening frame, the Cornhuskers held the Yellow Jackets to a.112 hitting percentage for the remainder of the match. Substitutions provided a boost for Nebraska, with Keri Leimbach and Skyler Pierce contributing significant playing time to turn the momentum. Mania Ogbechie led the team with 12 kills and 5 blocks, while Bergan Reilly recorded a double-double with 41 assists and 13 digs. The Huskers closed out the final three sets with scores of 25-17, 25-18, and 25-12. Nebraska prepares for its next contest against Creighton, scheduled for September 16th at 6 p.m.
- •Nebraska lost the first set 24-26 before winning the next three sets.
- •Mania Ogbechie paced the offense with 12 kills and a.526 hitting percentage.
- •Bergan Reilly tallied 41 assists and 13 digs in the four-set victory.
- •Laney Choboy contributed a 9-0 scoring run during the fourth set.
- •Nebraska hosts Creighton on September 16th at 6 p.m.
- 9:17 PMYahoo Sports — #1 Nebraska Comes Back After a First Set Loss to Defeat Georgia Tech in Four
"The Huskers went to the bench to help spark the win.
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