Dani Busboom Kelly wanted to organize an alumni match during her time as Louisville volleyball’s head coach. While that match never materialized, it’s only fitting that the former Huskers setter and libero got her chance at Nebraska. “You can’t count out Olympians,” DBK said ahead of the Alumni match. The Huskers overcame the alumni squad in a 4-set, 3-1 victory, but it wasn’t easy.
The Huskers alumni gave the active squad a run for their money despite not having a single planned full practice session. The Olympians and volleyball pros like Ally Batenhorst, Lindsay Krause, Jordan Larson, and the team took big leads in three of the four sets. However, the Huskers battled back to win those sets, impressing everyone and putting DBK in a serious dilemma.
One of Dani Busboom Kelly’s goals heading into the alumni match was to pick her starters. Yet, she didn’t think that the entire squad, including veterans and newcomers, would go off in this game. “That’s a tough question,” said Coach Kelly while discussing starters. “You know, with the way Manaia played tonight, you’d think those middles got, you know, they’re clear, but she’s really good,” added the head coach.
However, the 40-year-old believes she’ll have the toughest time choosing among the outside hitters. “I would say outside, you know? I think all four of them have a different skill set and have different strengths and weaknesses. I honestly think we’re going to need them all at different times of the season, depending on who we’re playing and what time of year it is,” DBK said during the post-match presser.
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