Nebraska Releases 26-Match 2026 Volleyball Schedule With ESPN+, NBC Broadcasts

Nebraska’s 2026 women’s volleyball schedule was released on Thursday, revealing 26 matches from January 7 to March 18, with home games at Bob Devaney Sports Center and 12 away trips across the Big Ten and beyond. All home games will air on ESPN+ and local NBC affiliates, while away games will be streamed on FloVolleyball or the Big Ten Network. The first home match, a January 13 opener against Texas Tech, starts at 7:00 p.m. and is a live ESPN+ broadcast, while the season’s final home game on March 18 versus Iowa will be on NBC Sports Network.

The release comes amid a surge in college volleyball viewership, with the program averaging 10,000 in‑stadium fans last season and 1.2 million TV viewers. The new schedule aligns with the NCAA’s expanded playoff format and the Big Ten’s partnership with ESPN to broaden access. Fans have long campaigned for more live coverage, and the university’s marketing team said the schedule is designed to maximize exposure and revenue. The athletic department also announced a