The Nebraska Huskers are on fire, cruising into the NCAA semifinals with their eyes locked on the championship prize. But while the team gears up for that all-important game, senior libero Lexi Rodriguez is out here stealing the spotlight in her own dazzling way! The buzz isn’t just about her digs and defense; it’s about the historic waves she’s making off the court too. On December 17, Lincoln Arneal, the Nebraska volleyball guru from Huskers Illustrated, hopped onto X to share some thrilling news, amplifying NCAA Women’s Volleyball’s post. His caption read: “Nebraska libero Lexi Rodriguez is one of four finalists for the AVCA National Player of the Year. She is joined by opposite Olivia Babcock of Pitt, outside hitter Brooklyn DeLeye of Kentucky, and outside hitter Sarah Franklin of Wisconsin. The winner will be announced on Friday.”
This nomination alone is a massive deal, but here’s the kicker—if Lexi clinches this award, she’ll become the first-ever libero to snag the coveted Player of the Year title! That’s right, this defensive wizard could rewrite history books with her impeccable skills and unshakable composure. And honestly, is anyone surprised?
Nebraska libero Lexi Rodriguez is one of four finalists for the AVCA National Player of the Year.
She is joined by opposite Olivia Babcock of Pitt, outside hitter Brooklyn DeLeye of Kentucky and outside hitter Sarah Franklin of Wisconsin.
The winner will be announced on Friday. https://t.co/aNp6LQLPMe
— Lincoln Arneal (@Lincoln_VB) December 17, 2024
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