Tia Traudt earns first career start for UNLV against Nebraska
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Tia Traudt made her first career start for UNLV on August 30, 2026, during a match against No. 1 Nebraska at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The Grand Island native received a warm welcome from the heavy Nebraska crowd. Traudt finished the match with one kill, two digs, and one block. The opportunity to start arose due to an injury to teammate Jaida Harris. UNLV's coach Malia Shoji praised Traudt's work ethic and humility, remarking on her impressive contributions in practice leading up to the game.
- •Tia Traudt started against her home state team, Nebraska.
- •She recorded one kill, two digs, and one block.
- •Her start was due to an injury to Jaida Harris.
- •The match featured significant Nebraska fan support.
- •Tom Brady attended and interacted with players before the match.
- 6:56 AMYahoo Sports — Vegas Notes: Traudt Earns First Career Start in Front of Home State Huskers
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