Get ready to trade your peanuts and Cracker Jack for some high-flying spikes and digs. For the first time in its 112-year history, the iconic Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field is swapping the baseball diamond for the volleyball court, and the Cats will be a part of it.
On Sunday, September 6, the Chicago Cubs’ historic ballpark will host the grand finale of the inaugural Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge.
Here is everything you need to know about this monumental weekend for college sports:
This isn’t just an exhibition-style fun game. This is a clash of titans featuring programs that have claimed two of the last five national championships. The doubleheader brings together the nation’s premier conferences to showcase the explosive growth of women’s collegiate volleyball.
- Nebraska vs. Missouri
- Penn State vs. Kentucky
Nebraska and Missouri kick things off at 6:00 p.m. C.T., followed by Kentucky and Penn State in another blockbuster matchup at 8:00 p.m. C.T. If you can’t make it to Chicago, both matches will be broadcast live nationally on FOX.
The Kentucky Wildcats take center stage
Kentucky will face off against an eight-time national champion in Penn State in one of their 11 nationally televised games this year. But playing outdoors on the grass of one of Major League Baseball’s most legendary venues in front of the ivy is such a cool thing. From the wind coming off Lake Michigan to the roaring crowd in the historic bleachers, this should be unlike any volleyball experience most of you have ever had.
How to get tickets
Whether you’re a die-hard Wildcats fan or want to witness a piece of sports history, you can secure your spot in the stands right now.
- Prices: Tickets range from $47 to $800, offering options from the upper decks all the way down to premium seating near the court/baselines. A single ticket includes admission to both matches, giving you a full evening of elite volleyball.