The Nebraska Huskers have been hammering the ball on the other side of the court throughout the season. However, their opponents find themselves at a loss to do so because of Nebraska’s impeccable defense, headed by libero Lexi Rodriguez. 

The Nebraska Huskers captain has dived and dug at almost every loose cannon the entire season, earning the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Award. Interestingly, as she continues her incredible spree on the court, Rodriguez has added another feather to her cap as she became an All-American player. 

Lexi Rodriguez becomes an All-American for the third time

Nebraska Volleyball proudly tweeted about the latest milestone achieved by the defensive star on its official X account. The tweet carried the caption, “The captain is 3 for 3. For the third time in her career, @Alexis14Rod is an All-American!” This is also the second national honor received by Lexi Rodriguez for her performance and consistency.

In June 2023, Lexi Rodriguez was named to the USA Volleyball’s Women’s National Collegiate team. The Nebraska Huskers junior already has a resume jam-packed with awards and honors from previous years as well. Interestingly, she is only getting better, as the defense expert posted her season high in the national quarterfinals against Arkansas on 9 December, with 20 digs. 

With a three-time All-American on their side, the Nebraska Huskers will look forward to winning the semifinals against the Pittsburgh Panthers. In fact, it is one of the most-anticipated clashes this year as both teams will enter the game with a lot at stake.

Nebraska Huskers to end their six-year title drought?

The clash between the Nebraska Huskers and the Pittsburgh Panthers will see the collision of a defensive powerhouse with an offensive team. While the Panthers have stunned many with their offense, the Nebraska Huskers have won several matches with clean sweeps, dismantling the attack of the opposition. 

The 27-match winning streak of the Nebraska Huskers is still in everyone’s mind. The Panthers, however, have also made their way to the semifinals for the third consecutive time. While they are yet to win an NCAA championship, they can also surprise everyone like Wisconsin Badgers did in 2021.

While Pittsburgh will not want to go home empty-handed, the same equation applies to the 2023 Big Ten Champions. The Nebraska Huskers last won the NCAA titles back in 2017 and had to settle as runner-ups in 2021. Will Nebraska advance to the finals and get closer to ending their six-year-title drought?

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