is arguably the most competitive in women's volleyball. The league boasts the highest winning percentage in the nation, with an astounding 78% over the past five years. Consistently,teams lead the country in key offensive and defensive categories. In the 2023 season, the conference produced the national leader in hitting percentage and blocks per set .
Oregon volleyball coach Matt Ulmer talks to his team during the match against Washington State in Eugene Sunday, Oct, 1, 2023. / Chris Pietsch/The Register-Guard / USA's volleyball program was founded in 1975 and is one of the most decorated in women's volleyball. The Cornhuskers have more wins than any other program and have won five national championships.
Aug 30, 2023; Lincoln, NE, USA; Fans hold up cell phone lights before the third set between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Omaha Mavericks at Memorial Stadium. / Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports, not all of these new regular-season opponents are unfamiliar. Under head coach Matt Ulmer, the Ducks have already played seven current members of the Big Ten, including three in the past three
Oregon setter Hannah Pukis sets the ball as Oregon volleyball takes on Portland State in an exhibition match Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene. / Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USAwon their most recent matchup against the Huskers in 2022. In a nail-biting game that went to five sets, theOregon's upcoming game against Nebraska, as well as its other regular-season competitions, will be a true test for coach Ulmer and his.