Wrigley Field Is Hosting Its 1st-Ever Volleyball Games, Featuring Women's College Powerhouses
Block Club Chicago • • sports
Key Points:
- Wrigley Field will host its first-ever women's college volleyball doubleheader on September 6, featuring Nebraska vs. Missouri and Penn State vs. Kentucky as part of the Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge Week.
- The matches will be played at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., with tickets going on sale April 9 and live broadcasts on FOX.
- This event marks the debut of volleyball at the historic ballpark, which has previously hosted concerts, football, and hockey, with a volleyball court set up in shallow center field.
- The initiative highlights the growing popularity and investment in women's volleyball and athletics, aiming to showcase top collegiate competition in a unique venue.
- Both Big Ten and SEC commissioners emphasized the event's role in elevating women's sports and celebrating the achievements of student-athletes.
