The Texas Longhorns are on a roll, folks. 16-0 and they show no signs of slowing down. But here's the kicker: they're still sitting at No. 2 in the national polls. Nebraska holds the throne with an 18-0 record and 58 first-place votes. Texas? They've got 3 first-place votes and 1,467 points. Close, but not quite there.
Texas Keeps Winning
Last weekend, the Longhorns handled business. They swept Arkansas and then took down Oklahoma 3-1. Setter Ella Swindle was the unsung hero, dishing out 41 assists against the Sooners. Meanwhile, the three-headed monster of Torrey Stafford (17 kills), Abby Vander Wal (15 kills), and Cari Spears (13 kills) were straight-up dominant.
The Polls Tell the Story
Despite their undefeated streak, the Longhorns remain second to Nebraska in the American Volleyball Coaches Association poll. Nebraska's 18-0. Texas? 16-0. Both perfect records, but Nebraska's got the edge in the voting booth. Kentucky rounds out the top three with a 14-2 record. It's a tight race, but Texas is right in the mix.
What’s Next?
The Longhorns hit the road for a showdown against Ole Miss this Friday. You can feel it coming—a real test of their resolve. They’re not just playing for a win. They’re playing to make a statement.
And from there… it could be anyone's game.
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Source: statesman.com
