A new era is dawning for Nebraska Volleyball. The top-ranked Huskers are ready to dive into the 2025 season with Dani Busboom Kelly at the helm. New coach, same sky-high expectations. And where's the heat right now? The defensive specialist lineup.
The Boesiger Backbone
Maisie Boesiger is back for her senior year. Not just a walk-on from Norris anymore, she's Nebraska's secret weapon. In 90 sets across 50 matches, she’s racked up 36 digs, 6 aces, and 6 assists. Boesiger? She's the backbone.
But let's get real. The spotlight's on the battle between Olivia Mauch and Laney Choboy.
Mauch vs. Choboy: The Showdown
Last year, Olivia Mauch, the 2023 Nebraska Gatorade Player of the Year from Bennington, was a force. Every match, every point. She averaged 1.61 digs per set, totaling 21 service aces and 13 assists. Mauch was no joke.
And then there's Laney Choboy. Junior, quick, smart, and a defensive powerhouse. She's been in the mix for two seasons and knows how to keep the ball alive.
Busboom Kelly has made it clear: she likes a single libero. But who gets the nod? This offseason, it's been a dead heat. You could feel it coming.
The Busboom Kelly Factor
With the NCAA now allowing multiple liberos in a game, Busboom Kelly's preference for consistency adds a twist. The competition’s fierce. No easy choices here. But that's what makes Nebraska the powerhouse it is. The team has no weak links, just strong contenders battling it out.
Nebraska's defensive lineup is stacked. Keri Leimbach is a freshman to watch. And with Boesiger, Choboy, and Mauch in the mix, it's pure fire.
And from there… it was over.
The Huskers are ready. Defensive specialists are locked in. This isn’t just a position battle. This is Nebraska volleyball. And it’s about to get real.
Source: hurrdatsports.com
