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2011 Schedule/Roster

08/20   Scrimmage Red 3 White 1
08/26   New Mexico State*# W 3-2
08/27   New Mexico*# W 3-0
09/02   Colorado State*! L 3-2
09/03   Albany*! W 3-0
09/08   Creighton** W 3-0
09/09   St. Mary's** W 3-2
09/10   Weber State** W 3-0
09/17   Iowa State^ W 3-0
09/21   Penn State W 3-2
09/24   Ohio State W 3-1
09/30   @Michigan State W 3-2
10/01   @Michigan W 3-0
10/07   Purdue W 3-1
10/08   Indiana W 3-0
10/14   @Wisconsin W 3-0
10/15   @Minnesota W 3-2
10/19   Iowa W 3-0
10/22   Illinois W 3-1
10/28   @Ohio State W 3-1
10/29   @Penn State L 1-3
11/04   Michigan W 3-1
11/05   Michigan State W 3-0
11/11   @Indiana W 3-0
11/12   @Purdue L 0-3
11/16   Minnesota W 3-1
11/19   Wisconsin W 3-1
11/22   @Iowa W 3-0
11/26   @Northwestern L 1-3
   NCAA Tournament
12/01   Jackson State W 3-0 tv (1K)
12/02   Kansas State L 2-3 tv (1K)
 
* MCM Elegante Lobo Classic
** Ameritas Players Challenge
# @ Albuquerque, N.M.
! @ Fort Collins, Colo.
^ @ Devaney Center | All times Central
N E W S    A R C H I V E    2 0 1 1


JUL

It's one last go-around this season for the Coliseum.
Jordan Larson and the U.S. team win their opener at the Olympics.
Four-year starter Dani Busboom returns as a full-time assistant.
Last season's early exit* serves as motivation for this year's Huskers.
Former Husker Jordan Larson is selected for the U.S. Olympic team, and Nancy Metcalf is an alternate. | Cook thrilled

JUN

Middle blocker Meghan Haggerty* is joining the Huskers after getting a release from her Wisconsin letter of intent.
Freshman setter Lauren Sieckmann* is transferring to Wayne State.
Waverly outside hitter Olivia Boender commits to the Huskers.*

May

NU recruits on U.S. junior volleyball training team.
Abbott Sports Complex and former Husker Maggie Griffin are teaming up.
Creighton series* in doubt.
The 2012 schedule includes 11 NCAA tourney qualifiers from last season.
NU lands a major Chicago-area recruit, Maddie Haggerty,* for 2014.

APR

Faith and Huskers find Love*.
2012 spring season finished with an undefeated record.
The Huskers earn a 3-1 exhibition win over Wichita State.* | Box | Photos
Old scoring format returns for spring match.
Hubl has earned a scholarship*, starting job?
Flowers, trees and volleyball players bloom in the spring.
The Huskers sweep North Dakota State in an exhibition in Norfolk.*
Paige Hubl says walking on at NU has shaped her as a person.

MAR

Werth jumping off cliffs for team.
Hawaii has caused some bonding for Huskers.
The Huskers roll in their exhibition match* against Hawaii.
Here's the complete spring schedule.
John Cook confirms transfer plans* of Taylor Simpson, Shelby Winkelmann.
Strange, Fien and Sieckmann earn national honors.*
Spring match tickets on sale.

FEB

A substantial student section* will be part of the Devaney Center makeover.
Huskers will play* spring match in Hawaii.

JAN

Mancuso honored* by Volleyball magazine.
2012 Volleyball Camp information.
Taylor Simpson is leaving the program, may be going to KSU.*
How the Devaney Center will transform into a Husker castle.*

DEC

Huskers finish in 12th place* in final poll.
UCLA beats Illinois in 3-1 championship game.
Fellow Big Ten team Illinois will play UCLA in NCAA final. NU won 3-1.
A move to Devaney may be sooner then thought.
Mancuso, Werth, Broekhuis & Cook earn All-America honors. | OWH,* LJS
The Daily Nebraskan names Werth Female Athlete of the Semester.
Lauren with other Huskers help 16 year old's dream day come true.
The roster will hold up in 2012 despite graduates.
Cook motivated to prevent future seasons from ending early.
New conference, off-court distractions wore on NU.
Huskers do not like a possible change to spring volleyball.
Mancuso, Broekhuis, Cook & Werth are AVCA all-region.
Whalen: Parity in college athletics has finally reached volleyball.
Inconsistent final month ends with early exit.
Serving and passing errors are the downfall.
Kansas State ends Huskers' season.
Cook takes a shot at the NCAA selection committee. Other coaches agree with Cook.
Dickson: Has NU regained its mojo?
NU rolls past Jackson State in NCAA tournament play. Kansas State is up next.

NOV

Huskers ready for first round.
Seniors have different roles, defense is what defines Huskers.
The lessons from this year have taught NU's teacher.
Some info on Jackson State.
5 Huskers earn Big Ten honors.
Mancuso's play rises as starter.
Jackson State is eager for 'crazy' setting in Lincoln.
The Huskers are the No. 2 national seed and will open the NCAA tourney in Lincoln against Jackson State. | Tough regional | Printable brackets
Huskers end regular season with stunning loss to Northwestern.
Huskers win Big Ten crown in sweep over Iowa.
Iowa is up next.
A conference title is in the back of the Huskers’ minds.
Werth named Big Ten Player of the Week.
Huskers move to #2 after more upsets.
Huskers looking for quicker starts.
Four-set victory over Wisconsin clinches a share of the Big Ten crown.
Senior night Wisconsin game crucial to Big Ten title.
Huskers come back from slow start to beat Gophers in 4.
Gophers will be a test for NU, controls own destiny.
Cook: Team needs to be great this week.
There were warning signs prior to Purdue loss, new #1.
Purdue sweeps Huskers by narrow margin.
The Huskers' sweep of Indiana leaves John Cook unsatisfied.
Purdue promises difficult test. Huskers hope to block.
Huskers sign three players for 2012.
Cook accepted into pretrial diversion might play.
Felony charges are filed against Lauren. 911 call audio.
Huskers near lock for Big Ten title.
Huskers take down MSU in 3. Coach praises Root.
After slow start Huskers with Root take down Michigan.
Huskers prepare for MSU, MU games without Cook.
For Root chance to lead the team is a dream come true.
Team pulling together around Root.
Sorority girls not happy with Cook comment.
Huskers are ready for Michigan and Michigan State.
Lauren Cook will miss games until legal issues resolved.
Shatel: Coach can handle situation, Witness: Cook knew she had hit people.

OCT

Lauren Cook arrested after Sunday morning accident. John Cook: Lauren tried to do the right thing. | Police report.
Penn State wins 2nd match of the season. (Game page) First game. My photos
Huskers start slow but take care of OSU in 4.
Tough road tests at PSU and OSU, with the right ingredients team has matured.
Alexa Strange commits late.
The early bonding has paid dividends.
Huskers take over #1 spot in AVCA poll. (poll here)
Mancuso is the Big Ten Player of the Week.
Huskers take down #1 Illinois 3-1. BBS
Thramer is the latest small-town product at NU.
The David and Carol Alloy Strength Complex caters to volleyball.
Iowa is next then No. 1 Illinois.
Werth named Big Ten Player of the Week.
Cook: Spring Volleyball Would Be a Boon
A Nebraska rally at Minnesota keeps NU unbeaten in Big Ten play.
The Huskers sweep Wisconsin in Madison.
No Memory lane for Cook, Madison trip feels like next step in gauntlet.
Defense is looking good again, team readies for Wisconsin and Minnesota.
The Big Ten road is intense but you can still have a little fun.
Hoosiers are swept in Lincoln.
The Huskers subdue No. 11 Purdue in four sets at the Coliseum.
Cook says Purdue will be toughest match yet.
Purdue and Indiana will be at the Coliseum this weekend.
Illinois matchup biggest Big Ten game of the year.
Cook discusses Purdue matchup.

SEPT

Nebraska sweeps Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Nebraska rallies for a five-set win at Michigan State.
Huskers travel to Michigan and Michigan State for first Big Ten road test.
Cook press conference.
Mancuso named Big Ten co-offensive player of week.
Huskers take down Ohio State 3-1.
Cook does not like football conflict.
Metcalf's jersey to be retired this weekend.
OSU the next big test.
Dickson: Cook not trying to be perfect, but 5th set was special.
The Huskers take down No. 5 Penn State in five sets. | Game page
Watch, listen and live stats info can be found here for the Penn State match.
The Nittany Lions are on a roll as they welcome Nebraska to the Big Ten.
Broekhuis utilizes height and talent.
Cook discusses Penn State vid (1K) while trying to remain calm in first Big Ten match.
Broekhuis is a stabilizing force.
The Huskers sweep No. 12 Iowa State in Lincoln.
Cook wants a Saturday night red-out at the Devaney Center.
It's back into the Top 10.
Huskers sweep past Weber State to win Ameritas Players Challenge.
A disappointing 5 set win.
Dickson: Nebraska a volleyball hotbed, but you knew that, right?
An erratic sweep of pesky Bluejays shows room for improvement.
Huskers, Jays both hoping to rebound at the 150th consecutive sellout.
There is some "behind the scenes" leadership.
Huskers glad to be home.
Lessons still being learned from CSU defeat. Cook: loss devastating.1video (1K)
Huskers bounce back, sweeps Albany.
The Huskers start strong but then fade in a loss at Colorado State.
Colorado State will be a tough test.
Cook continues sorting out freshmen's roles.

AUG

An extensive slate of televised and webcast matches is unveiled.
Consistent and accurate offensive play is the goal.
McNeal to miss season.
Korth: A shaky opening weekend draws unfounded worries.
Broekhuis will be used as a setter in certain situations.
Cook discusses team's progress.
Huskers in high gear from start with sweep of Lobos.
It takes 5 sets in a comeback to beat New Mexico State.
Lauren Cook is comfortable returning to the one-setter system.
Huskers start season at Lobo Classic.
Mancuso starting to emerge.
The middle blocker position is competitive.
Freshmen face steep learning curve.
Red win's Red-White Scrimmage, coach praises. Check out the new court.
Delano, Werth, Cook named to All-Big Ten Team. Picked to tie for 2nd in Big Ten.
Dykstra gunning for starting role.
Brigette Root's efforts rewarded heading into season.

JUL

Seven Husker matches will be televised by BTN or ESPN2.

MAY

The Coliseum's concession stands have not been inspected since 2008.
Pendergast to transfer.
Sieckmann to transfer to allow for early NU arrival.

APR

Spring play ends on a high note as NU beats Tianjin Bridgestone.
Not ready but not a work in progress in Iowa State win.
136 days until Big Ten play starts.
Huskers take down Shockers in spring match. 1camera (1K)
Huskers replace the loss of seniors with chemistry and experience.
Lara Dykstra heats up the competition for libero spot.
Huskers will play pro Chinese team to finish up the spring.

MAR

Huskers go undefeated in the Great Lakes Collegiate Challenge.
Thramer working out two years of rust following surgery.
Huskers eager for'new beginning', will play Shockers April 9th.
Kelly Hunter picks NU over Penn State.
The Big Ten slate will start with Penn State. Wednesday matches stay.
Recruits Dykstra and Simpson are on Volleyball Magazine's Fab 50 list.

FEB

NU-ISU exhibition on April 16.
Sullivan is heading down to Texas for assistant job. Discuss on the bbs.

JAN

Regents hold the ticket for move to Devaney Center.
John Cook names Dan Meske assistant coach. Maggie Griffin takes Meske's spot. Discuss on the BBS