Husker and Bluejay fans packed Set the Bar in Benson to watch the first round of the NCAA volleyball tournament, celebrating what many see as a pivotal moment for women's sports.

Laura Baker and Sarah Anderson, who played for Creighton's inaugural women's volleyball teams, arrived at the bar wearing matching sweatshirts before heading downtown to watch the game.

"We were at the program when we had one row of bleachers in the main student center and nobody came to watch us, so it's been such a delight to see how much the program's grown and now we're on the fan side so it's a treat to be able to cheer for them on the fan side," Anderson said.

Owner Molly Huyke said the bar was prepared for a packed house, emphasizing the importance of supporting women's athletics.

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