Okay, here’s a breakdown of teh details about the Nebraska volleyball team’s recent recruiting activity, based on the provided text:
Key takeaways:
Strong Recruiting Focus on Back Row Players: Nebraska is known for its excellent back row play, and they are continuing to prioritize this area in recruiting.
Two Libero Commitments in the 2027 Class: They have secured commitments from two highly-regarded liberos in the 2027 class:
Pulelehua “Hua” Laikona: Considered a top libero prospect.
Mallory Johnson: Ranked #31 overall by Prep Dig. She visited Nebraska to get to know the new coach, Dani Busboom Kelly (DBK). She chose Nebraska over Penn State.
One Pin Hitter Commitment: they have also secured a commitment from a highly-rated pin hitter:
Shaye Witherspoon: A 6’3″ outside hitter from the St. Louis area, ranked #10 overall by Prep Dig. She comes from an athletic family.
Quotes highlighted:
Jeff on Laikona: “If Nebraska is recruiting you as a libero, I don’t care what your prep dig ranking is; you’re realy, really good. You’re one of the best in your class in the country.”
Lincoln on Johnson: “She was actually in Nebraska a couple of weeks ago for just one of their regular camps too, because she wanted to get to know DBK… she’s excited about the competition.”
Lincoln on the need for good passing: “We’ve seen the last few years too; You need to have great passing to win at a high elite level.”
Jeff on Witherspoon: “Another highly rated pin hitter – the only pin hitter in Nebraska’s class to this point.”
Nebraska is building a strong 2027 recruiting class wiht a particular emphasis on defensive specialists and one highly-rated outside hitter.
