Nebraska Omaha Toppled North Dakota State in Four Sets
Head coach Matt Buttermore achieved his 300th career victory during the conference match.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Volleyball
The University of Nebraska Omaha secured a four-set victory over North Dakota State University on September 26. The match saw the Mavericks claim sets with scores of 25-19, 25-23, and 25-23, while dropping the second set 14-25.
Why it matters
The win marks a significant career milestone for head coach Matt Buttermore as he secures his 300th career victory. It also bolsters the team standing within conference play as they look toward future matches this season.
Lara Marić led the offensive effort with 13 kills during the match. The team triumphed over North Dakota State across four sets with final scores of 25-19, 14-25, 25-23, and 25-23.
The players
Matt Buttermore
He is the head coach of the University of Nebraska Omaha volleyball team who reached his 300th career coaching win.
Lara Marić
She is a key contributor for the University of Nebraska Omaha who recorded 13 kills in the win against North Dakota State.
The details
The University of Nebraska Omaha navigated a competitive conference matchup to secure the win at home. Despite a second-set loss, the team rallied to take the final two sets by identical 25-23 scores.
Timeline
The match against North Dakota State took place on September 26, 2026.
The Mavericks are scheduled to face South Dakota State on October 1, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This win provides the Mavericks with essential momentum as they navigate the remainder of their conference schedule. The result directly influences the team standing in the league rankings and builds confidence heading into the next series of matchups.
The victory secures a positive result for the Mavericks in their conference standings. Fans and observers can track the team progression as they prepare to defend their home court at Baxter Arena against South Dakota State.
The takeaway
Reaching a 300-win milestone underscores the sustained success of the coaching program at the University of Nebraska Omaha. Continued focus on consistent play across all four sets remains the primary objective for the team in upcoming conference action.
What happens next
The University of Nebraska Omaha is set to host South Dakota State at Baxter Arena on October 1, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Further reading
For more information on team results, visit the Volleyball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KETV.
