Badgers fans on Twitter over the moon after Wisconsin volleyball wins NCAA title over rival Nebraska
Columnist Jim Polzin asked Badgers fans on Twitter what they thought of the University of Wisconsin volleyball team defeating the Big Ten rival Nebraska Cornhuskers in a five-set battle for the NCAA championship on Saturday night at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.
Here's what fans were saying after the volleyball team won the first title in the program's history:
All for one
Congratulations to such a deserving team! Their opponents were formidable but they would not be denied. You can feel the team culture. Wish I would have been able to watch them more often this year.
— Chris Davis (@cdavis20000) December 19, 2021
As good as they get
One of the most captivating college sporting events I’ve ever seen between two teams coached by guys who have brought years of excellence to @BadgerVBall and athletes on both teams who brought their very best. This one writes itself, Jimmy! 😜😂🍺🍻🥂
— Rob Hernandez (@RobHernandezGLF) December 19, 2021
Patience pays off
I’m still crying! 🥲 I remember the 2000 near miss (and the near misses since) and this feels so good. It was 100% worth the wait to have this night.
— Laura in the 608, Anna Smrek stan (@hemming_hawing) December 19, 2021
Wisconsin: Volleyball School.
They've only just begun
We fought. We overcame poor serve receive & hitting early on. This team has been a joy to watch all year, these seniors have made Wisco volleyball a top spot for the top recruits. First of what I pray is many titles #badgers
— Cassie Bonde (@CoachBonde) December 19, 2021
Laying it all on the line
The definition of heart, persistence, and a can-do spirit. They gave it their all when the odds were against them and came up huge! Congrats to these amazing athletes!
— BethAnn Meier (@BAMeier) December 19, 2021
More than just a game
Phenomenal group of young ladies both on and off the court. They definitely earned it, and are deserving Of being the national champions! It has been an absolute joy to watch the Badgers volleyball teams through the past years!
— Kirk Eastenson (@Eastyfor3) December 19, 2021
Coming full circle
How sweet it is! We have the best coach in the country, the best player in the country and now the best team. It was a grind as it should be to make it even more special. What a great team victory, but it was fitting the final point would be Hilley to Rettke one last time.
— Dennis Semrau (@DennisSemrau) December 19, 2021
Making treasured memories
Being there with my whole family to see them win an Elite Eight match the year they won the program’s first national title is something I’ll remember for the rest of my life. #OnWisconsin! @BadgerVB
— Jason Adrians (@adrians_jason) December 19, 2021
It takes a village
Congratulations to everybody. Congratulations to Kelly and the coaching staff, the team that faced every challenge and succeeded, and to Badger Volleyball fans that fill up the field house. And don’t forget Lauren Carlini and some that came & set the table!
— Mark Massey (@mfmass) December 19, 2021
Along for the ride
We lived through the the stress of the ups and downs of this match, almost as much as the @BadgerVB team did. In the end it was Senior Leadership and experience with playoffs that earned them the Title of NCAA Division 1 Champions. #GoBadgers
— JMW123 (@jmw1235) December 19, 2021
Not the end of the line
A long time coming. So happy for the seniors who came but they will still be elite next year.
— Stephanie Olson (@StephO1821) December 19, 2021
Mission accomplished
I'm just so happy for Dana Rettke and this senior class. They came back on a mission to win a national championship and they did just that! Hell of a match by Nebraska, but WISCONSIN ARE THE 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!!! #OnWisconsin
— Patrick Mott (@thepmott) December 19, 2021
There's nothing like it
Emotionally drained after over 3 hours of relentless stress. Watched a lot of different sports through the years. Can’t think of any that have you hanging off the edge the entire time. Staggered out of the gates. Blocking kept them in the match early. Superlative efforts from all
— Tony (@TStrobe78) December 19, 2021
Join the club
I'm feeling the same.
— FearTheDeerFal (@RFal613) December 19, 2021
Good to the last drop
Very impressive Final Four. Great all-around volleyball. Happy for the #Badgers that came back and got their National Championship. #Badgers
— Teri Shannon (@77rocket) December 19, 2021
Seeing it through to the end
Well deserved! The Super Seniors accomplish their goal! #Congratulations Badgers
— Bob Lewis (@AppletonTech) December 19, 2021
Nothing easy about it
Obviously well deserved, in retrospect more satisfying in having beaten worthy opponents in @B1GVolleyball, especially @Huskervball, and @UofLVolleyball in the tourney. @BadgerVB, no doubt. 🏐🥇🏆
— Leonard Go (@LeonardGo) December 19, 2021
Simply stunning
Wow….just….……....WOW.
— Jon Bosworth (@BosworthJB) December 19, 2021
What an epic match.
24 blocks!!!
Go #Badgers
Getting the job done
This staff came to Madison 9 years ago with a dual mission…compete for a national championship and do it the right way. Not only are they successful on the court, they are successful off the court in the classroom and in the community. Missions accomplished.
— Tracy Chynoweth (@tchynoweth) December 19, 2021
Breathe with us now
I’m so glad it’s over so my blood pressure can return to a normal level. pic.twitter.com/H9mIOFG6CO
— Andrew Zimdars (@andrew_zimdars) December 19, 2021
Beaming with pride
Wow. Just…WOW. Best of the best grinding it out right down to the last challenge, the last kill (yay for Dana!) So happy for Coach Kelly, the Seniors, entire team and staff. Badger Nation is very proud tonight. Happy for team’s “Lil Sis” Izzy Eaton, too!
— Connie Von Der Heide (@connie_heide) December 19, 2021
Hard to argue with that
Probably the most competitive and enjoyable sporting event in the year.
— Nate T (@ntw853) December 19, 2021
They earned it against a strong competitor.
Going out on top
Talk about heart!! This team has it in abundance. Looking forward to next year but will really miss these seniors. It was their time. Congrats!! 🎉
— Mary Korn Erickson (@sixtiesfan) December 19, 2021
Grinding it out
Grit Factory. Great adjustments. Proud of this team. #OnWisconsin
— Jeff (@bluehighway15) December 19, 2021
Enough said
Amazing match, congratulations ladies, thank you for taking us on this ride. My daughter got to see her first national championship today!! #OnWisconsin pic.twitter.com/sHa4frJXuK
— Jeremy Wojtecki (@jwojPAC) December 19, 2021
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