September 25, 2026 - Emporia State volleyball fell in three sets against #7 Nebraska-Kearney on the road Friday night.
HOW IT HAPPENED
The early part of set one was back and forth, but the host Lopers eventually gained control, leading 13-8 midway through the opening frame. Nebraska-Kearney continued to grow their lead throughout, eventually taking the first 25-18. Emporia State hit just .022 in the first while the Lopers sat .219.
In the second, Emporia State's attack improved slightly from the first, but the Hornets were unable to contain seventh-ranked UNK's offense. The Lopers put together a .519 hitting mark in frame two as they controlled the set on their way to a 25-14 win over Emporia State.
Emporia State started strongly in set three, moving ahead 6-3 of the Lopers. However, the Hornets allowed eight of ten points to the Lopers as the hosts moved ahead 11-8 and forced the Hornets to call timeout. The momentum carried on for Nebraska-Kearney throughout the third, as the Hornets fell 25-17 which sealed the match in straight sets.
A LOOK AT THE STATS
The Hornets hit just .127 in the match, including just .050 in the first two sets, while Nebraska-Kearney hit .429 on the evening. Lavra Krizanic led the Hornets with ten kills.
UP NEXT
Emporia State will head to Hays for a road matchup with Fort Hays State on Saturday, September 26. First serve between the Hornets and Tigers is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.
