Indiana University Athletics
Wednesday, November 11
Minneapolis, Minn.
8 p.m.
Indiana University
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#19 Minnesota
11/9/2026 3:30:00 PM | Women's Volleyball
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – For the final time this year, the Indiana volleyball team (14-9, 7-7 Big Ten) will get ready for a regular season road match against a Big Ten foe. The Hoosiers already have four road victories against conference opponents and can pick up a fifth on Wednesday (Nov. 11) evening in Minneapolis. If IU can win that contest, it would be the first time in program history that it has picked up five-or-more Big Ten wins in consecutive years.
IU clinched a spot in this year's Big Ten Tournament last weekend and will now be playing for seeding over the next week. After playing Minnesota, the Hoosiers will host Northwestern (Nov. 15) and Purdue (Nov. 17) at Wilkinson Hall before heading up to Fishers. IU needs just one more regular season win to secure back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in over 20 years.
Second-year outside hitter Jaidyn Jager will need to be at her best over the next month as IU readies for another postseason journey. She's coming off a 17-kill match against Illinois, the 15th contest of her career with at least 15 kills. Jager is averaging 4.21 points per set and 3.62 kills per set, each a top 10 mark in the Big Ten this year.
The Hoosiers have become a potent blocking team this year, led by fifth-year middle blocker Kiki Granberry. She's averaging 1.28 blocks per set and is closing in on 100 total rejections this year. Five different players have had a hand in at least 40 blocks this year.
Wednesday's contest in Minneapolis is set for an 8 p.m. ET first serve on B1G+. IU will return home on Sunday (Nov. 15) afternoon against Northwestern. Senior Day is set for next Tuesday against Purdue at Wilkinson Hall. The Big Ten Volleyball Tournament begins on November 20th.
Gameday Details
#22 Indiana (14-9, 7-7 Big Ten) at #19 Minnesota (15-7, 9-5 Big Ten)
Wednesday, November 11th | 8 p.m. ET | Maturi Pavillion (Minneapolis, Minn.)
TV: B1G+
Live Video | Live Stats
A Win Would
Minnesota:
- Give Steve Aird the most ranked wins by a coach in program history
- Be the fourth ranked win of the year and third on the road
- Be the first win over Minnesota since 2014
- Be the first win in Minneapolis since 1995
Stats and Trends
• IU will play its eighth and final Big Ten road match of the year on Wednesday at Minnesota.
• The Hoosiers are looking to snap a 15-match losing streak to Minnesota, dating back to 2014.
• It has been since 1999 that IU last won a set in Minneapolis and 1995 since it won a full match on the road.
What's at Stake?
• IU has already booked a spot in this year's Big Ten Tournament.
• Entering the week, IU would be the nine seed with the tiebreaker over Michigan State and UCLA.
• One more win would ensure back-to-back winning seasons for the first time since 1999-2000.
• The Hoosiers are 27th in the latest RPI with three wins over current top-25 programs.
• IU is looking for back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances for the first time since 1998-1999.
Notable
TALLYING WINS: Since the 2022 campaign (four-plus years), Indiana has racked up 91 wins under head coach Steve Aird. That includes at least 15 wins in each full season during that stretch. IU can reach that mark for the fifth-straight year in 2026 with one more win in the regular season.
WINNING BIG: On the same note, one more win in the regular season would ensure the Hoosiers back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in over 20 years. IU has had just eight seasons above .500 since the turn of the century but hasn't done it in back-to-back campaigns since 1999-2000.
STEADY AS IT COMES: Second-year outside hitter Jaidyn Jager came up with 17 kills in IU's loss to Illinois on Sunday. It's her most kills in a three-set Big Ten match during her college career. She is 9th in the Big Ten in kills per set (3.62) and one of six players in the conference with over 300 total kills this year.
BIG BLOCKS: IU has been one of the best blocking teams in the conference this season. In Big Ten only games, IU is second in blocks per set (2.76) and first in total blocks (149.0). The Hoosiers have had double-digit blocks in eight of 14 conference matches, led by a brilliant 16-block effort at top-15 Oregon (Oct. 16).
ENDING STREAKS: Minneapolis has not been a kind place to IU over the years. It's been since 1999 that the Hoosiers have even one a set on the road at Minnesota. It's been even longer (1995) since IU last beat the Golden Gophers on the road. IU is 6-4 on the road this year with top-25 wins over Washington and Michigan State.
SETTLING IN: Since taking back the libero jersey, second-year libero Audrey Jackson has averaged 3.00 digs per set. She has had two matches with 16 digs (at Michigan State, vs. Illinois), something she didn't accomplish all of last year. Jackson is also passing a 2.32 on over 340 attempts this year.
SERVING TOUGH: IU is fourth in the Big Ten this year in aces per set (1.65). It will face Minnesota, the top team (1.91), on Wednesday evening. 12 different Hoosiers have had an ace this year of the 15 players that have served at least one ball. Second-year setter Teodora Krickovic leads the team with 35.
BEAT THE BEST: Head coach Steve Aird can set a program record with his 13th ranked victory with a win over Minnesota on Wednesday. He's guided the Hoosiers to seven victories against teams in the AVCA poll since 2025, the most in a two-year span in program history.
Scouting the Opponent
Minnesota (15-7, 9-5 Big Ten)
• The Golden Gophers have been one of the most consistent programs in the country over the last 25 years. Nothing is different in 2026 as head coach Keegan Cook has Minnesota primed for another NCAA Tournament appearance. Outside hitter McKenna Wucherer has returned from a season-ending injury last year to the tune of 4.34 kills per set. She's hitting .296 on the year and also has 190 digs, 54 blocks and 41 aces.
• Setter Stella Swenson has anchored Minnesota's offense. The Golden Gophers are hitting .280 as a team with big contributions from middle blocker Elena Hoecke (.330 hitting percentage) and Wucherer (.296). Swenson is producing 10.53 assists per set and 2.06 digs per set.
• A big blocking performance has been a catalyst in this year's success. Middle blocker Lucie Blazkova is averaging 1.32 blocks per set. Hoecke and middle blocker Jordan Taylor each have over a block per set. Minnesota's 1.91 aces per set are tops in the Big Ten.
Inside the Series
Minnesota
• The Golden Gophers have been a staple of college volleyball over the last 30 years and have dominated the all-time series in that stretch. Minnesota has won 15-straight matches against IU and has won in a sweep in 12 of those.
• It's been even more dominant in Minneapolis where Minnesota hasn't dropped a set to IU at home since 1999. The Golden Gophers haven't lost at home to IU since 1995.
IU clinched a spot in this year's Big Ten Tournament last weekend and will now be playing for seeding over the next week. After playing Minnesota, the Hoosiers will host Northwestern (Nov. 15) and Purdue (Nov. 17) at Wilkinson Hall before heading up to Fishers. IU needs just one more regular season win to secure back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in over 20 years.
Second-year outside hitter Jaidyn Jager will need to be at her best over the next month as IU readies for another postseason journey. She's coming off a 17-kill match against Illinois, the 15th contest of her career with at least 15 kills. Jager is averaging 4.21 points per set and 3.62 kills per set, each a top 10 mark in the Big Ten this year.
The Hoosiers have become a potent blocking team this year, led by fifth-year middle blocker Kiki Granberry. She's averaging 1.28 blocks per set and is closing in on 100 total rejections this year. Five different players have had a hand in at least 40 blocks this year.
Wednesday's contest in Minneapolis is set for an 8 p.m. ET first serve on B1G+. IU will return home on Sunday (Nov. 15) afternoon against Northwestern. Senior Day is set for next Tuesday against Purdue at Wilkinson Hall. The Big Ten Volleyball Tournament begins on November 20th.
Gameday Details
#22 Indiana (14-9, 7-7 Big Ten) at #19 Minnesota (15-7, 9-5 Big Ten)
Wednesday, November 11th | 8 p.m. ET | Maturi Pavillion (Minneapolis, Minn.)
TV: B1G+
Live Video | Live Stats
A Win Would
Minnesota:
- Give Steve Aird the most ranked wins by a coach in program history
- Be the fourth ranked win of the year and third on the road
- Be the first win over Minnesota since 2014
- Be the first win in Minneapolis since 1995
Stats and Trends
• IU will play its eighth and final Big Ten road match of the year on Wednesday at Minnesota.
• The Hoosiers are looking to snap a 15-match losing streak to Minnesota, dating back to 2014.
• It has been since 1999 that IU last won a set in Minneapolis and 1995 since it won a full match on the road.
What's at Stake?
• IU has already booked a spot in this year's Big Ten Tournament.
• Entering the week, IU would be the nine seed with the tiebreaker over Michigan State and UCLA.
• One more win would ensure back-to-back winning seasons for the first time since 1999-2000.
• The Hoosiers are 27th in the latest RPI with three wins over current top-25 programs.
• IU is looking for back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances for the first time since 1998-1999.
Notable
TALLYING WINS: Since the 2022 campaign (four-plus years), Indiana has racked up 91 wins under head coach Steve Aird. That includes at least 15 wins in each full season during that stretch. IU can reach that mark for the fifth-straight year in 2026 with one more win in the regular season.
WINNING BIG: On the same note, one more win in the regular season would ensure the Hoosiers back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in over 20 years. IU has had just eight seasons above .500 since the turn of the century but hasn't done it in back-to-back campaigns since 1999-2000.
STEADY AS IT COMES: Second-year outside hitter Jaidyn Jager came up with 17 kills in IU's loss to Illinois on Sunday. It's her most kills in a three-set Big Ten match during her college career. She is 9th in the Big Ten in kills per set (3.62) and one of six players in the conference with over 300 total kills this year.
BIG BLOCKS: IU has been one of the best blocking teams in the conference this season. In Big Ten only games, IU is second in blocks per set (2.76) and first in total blocks (149.0). The Hoosiers have had double-digit blocks in eight of 14 conference matches, led by a brilliant 16-block effort at top-15 Oregon (Oct. 16).
ENDING STREAKS: Minneapolis has not been a kind place to IU over the years. It's been since 1999 that the Hoosiers have even one a set on the road at Minnesota. It's been even longer (1995) since IU last beat the Golden Gophers on the road. IU is 6-4 on the road this year with top-25 wins over Washington and Michigan State.
SETTLING IN: Since taking back the libero jersey, second-year libero Audrey Jackson has averaged 3.00 digs per set. She has had two matches with 16 digs (at Michigan State, vs. Illinois), something she didn't accomplish all of last year. Jackson is also passing a 2.32 on over 340 attempts this year.
SERVING TOUGH: IU is fourth in the Big Ten this year in aces per set (1.65). It will face Minnesota, the top team (1.91), on Wednesday evening. 12 different Hoosiers have had an ace this year of the 15 players that have served at least one ball. Second-year setter Teodora Krickovic leads the team with 35.
BEAT THE BEST: Head coach Steve Aird can set a program record with his 13th ranked victory with a win over Minnesota on Wednesday. He's guided the Hoosiers to seven victories against teams in the AVCA poll since 2025, the most in a two-year span in program history.
Scouting the Opponent
Minnesota (15-7, 9-5 Big Ten)
• The Golden Gophers have been one of the most consistent programs in the country over the last 25 years. Nothing is different in 2026 as head coach Keegan Cook has Minnesota primed for another NCAA Tournament appearance. Outside hitter McKenna Wucherer has returned from a season-ending injury last year to the tune of 4.34 kills per set. She's hitting .296 on the year and also has 190 digs, 54 blocks and 41 aces.
• Setter Stella Swenson has anchored Minnesota's offense. The Golden Gophers are hitting .280 as a team with big contributions from middle blocker Elena Hoecke (.330 hitting percentage) and Wucherer (.296). Swenson is producing 10.53 assists per set and 2.06 digs per set.
• A big blocking performance has been a catalyst in this year's success. Middle blocker Lucie Blazkova is averaging 1.32 blocks per set. Hoecke and middle blocker Jordan Taylor each have over a block per set. Minnesota's 1.91 aces per set are tops in the Big Ten.
Inside the Series
Minnesota
• The Golden Gophers have been a staple of college volleyball over the last 30 years and have dominated the all-time series in that stretch. Minnesota has won 15-straight matches against IU and has won in a sweep in 12 of those.
• It's been even more dominant in Minneapolis where Minnesota hasn't dropped a set to IU at home since 1999. The Golden Gophers haven't lost at home to IU since 1995.
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