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SUMMARY:AVCA First Serve
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the 2025 NCAA women’s volleyball season with three action-packed days of elite matchups at the AVCA First Serve, hosted at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, from August 22–24, 2025.This premiere volleyball showcase features 10 of the nation’s top Division I teams, including five 2024 NCAA Championship final-eight programs, three national semifinalists, and the defending champion Penn State Nittany Lions.Weekend Schedule – Lincoln, NESession 1 – Friday, August 22, 2025Pittsburgh vs. Nebraska — 6PM Central Time (FOX)Florida vs. Stanford — 8PM Central Time (FOX)Session 2 – Saturday, August 23, 2025Kansas vs. Vanderbilt — 2PM Central Time (FS1)Creighton vs. Penn State — 4PM Central Time (FS1)Session 3 – Sunday, August 24, 2025Florida vs. Pittsburgh — 12PM Central Time (ESPN)Stanford vs. Nebraska — 2:30PM Central Time (ESPN)📍 Teams and match times are subject to change.What to ExpectFirst-ever college volleyball matches at Pinnacle Bank ArenaVanderbilt’s program relaunch – first NCAA match since program reinstatementDebuts for new head coaches: Dani Busboom-Kelly (Nebraska), Ryan Theis (Florida), Matt Ulmer (Kansas)Electric matchups featuring historic programs and rising powerhouses in the sportThis event sets the tone for the 2025 women’s volleyball season and brings next-level action to volleyball fans across the Midwest.AVCA First Serve Block PartyThe American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), in conjunction with Visit Lincoln, is bringing the excitement beyond the court this summer with the AVCA First Serve Block Party, a free three-day celebration in Lincoln’s Railyard outside Pinnacle Bank Arena, August 22–24, 2025. Fans can look forward to live entertainment, interactive activities, special guest appearances, and a festival-like atmosphere leading up to and during the nation’s premier collegiate volleyball showcase.The AVCA First Serve Block Party transforms the Railyard into volleyball central with attractions for fans of all ages, including:Photo Trailer – Snap Instagram-worthy shots with friends and teammates.Human Foosball – Take part in the oversized, action-packed version of the classic game.Face Painting & Poster Decorating – Perfect for younger fans and team spirit displays.Fitness & Yoga Sessions – Hosted by Good Life Fitness for an energizing start to the day.Vertical Jump Test – See how high you can soar.Meet & Greets – With USA Volleyball, Athletes Unlimited, LOVB, and the Omaha Supernovas.Food Trucks – Serving up local flavors all weekend.Main Stage Programming – Featuring live music, DJs, contests, interviews with current and former players and coaches, volleyball trivia, and ticket giveaways.Daily Highlights:Friday, Aug. 22 – Pep Rally & Red Carpet Walk at 3:45 p.m., live music from HoneyTown, and evening celebrations running until midnight.Saturday, Aug. 23 – Fitness Bootcamp, live music from the No•Motive, and a full afternoon of fan activities from noon to 3 p.m.Sunday, Aug. 24 – Yoga session, more main stage entertainment, and closing celebrations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Volleyball fans won’t want to miss the Rally Towels Giveaway for the first 200 fans each day, and ticket giveaways at every watch party located at the stage.For more information on AVCA First Serve and the Block Party schedule, visit avca.org or download the full AVCA Block Party Fan Guide PDF.
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