Volleyball
Dani Busboom-Kelly Welcome Celebration Photos | 2/6/2025
Husker Nation Welcomes Dani Busboom Kelly Home
“Thank you again, Husker nation. This has been a homecoming fit for a queen.” Those were Dani Busboom Kelly’s final words during her introductory speech at Nebraska’s welcome ceremony for its new head volleyball coach, and they were an apt description of Thursday’s...
John Cook Photos | 2/5/2025
What’s Next for John Cook and Nebraska
John Cook sent shockwaves through the volleyball world and beyond when he announced his retirement last week. The cowboy is riding off into the sunset — just not right now. He may be stepping down as Nebraska’s head volleyball coach, but Cook isn’t planning to retire...
Busboom Kelly ‘Absolute Right Person’ for Nebraska Volleyball
Over the years, whenever John Cook and Dani Busboom Kelly happened to be recruiting in the same place, they made it a habit to get dinner together. A few years ago, during one such meal, Busboom Kelly shared that she had negotiated a no-buyout clause for Nebraska into...
John Cook Delivers Emotional Final Address as Nebraska Volleyball Head Coach
John Cook stepped up to the podium for his final address as Nebraska’s head volleyball coach on Thursday, a little later than scheduled. Before addressing the media, he had to complete a speaking engagement with a group of landscapers at Nebraska’s Innovation Campus....
John Cook Retiring, Dani Busboom Kelly to Take over as Nebraska Volleyball Head Coach
Legendary Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook announced his retirement on Wednesday after two and a half decades at the helm in Lincoln, and the Huskers have already named his successor in former Husker player and coach Dani Busboom Kelly. “I’ve been here for 25...
Nebraska Volleyball Lands Commitment from Baylor Transfer Allie Sczech
After a mostly quiet offseason, Nebraska volleyball dipped into the transfer portal on Sunday with a commitment from former Baylor opposite hitter Allie Sczech. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Allie Sczech (@allie.sczech) The 6-foot-4...
Four Huskers Highlight Omaha Supernovas Roster Heading into Year Two of PVF
The second season of the Pro Volleyball Federation begins this week as the reigning champion Omaha Supernovas host the Atlanta Vibe on Friday. Fans who show up at CHI Health Center Omaha on Friday night may see some familiar faces on the court as four former Huskers...
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