After securing the first point of the match, it seemed as though the Michigan volleyball team would stay competitive with No. 1 Nebraska. As the Cornhuskers attempted to pull away on their home court, the Wolverines remained within striking distance through the first set, going on a seven-point run in the back half of the set.

Despite the run, Michigan needed to force Nebraska to attempt a second set point. Graduate outside hitter Allison Jacobs stepped up to the end line poised to deliver a kill. Instead of pushing the set on though, Jacobs’ serve flew into the net and the Cornhuskers secured the sideout, the first set and momentum that would carry them through the remainder of the competition.

The Wolverines entered the match hot off of decisive weekend victories over Notre Dame wh

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