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Get ready for some Husker fever as Jayden Robinson is bringing elite-level excitement to Lincoln! The Class of 2026 commit just capped her club season with a stunning victory. The athlete helped Houston Skyline 17 Royal claim the USA Volleyball Open National Championship in Dallas last week.

Nebraska’s Jayden Robinson Steals the Spotlight

Standing tall at 6-foot-3, Jayden Robinson already had Nebraska’s fans buzzing since her commitment last summer. But in Dallas, she made her on-court debut as a national game-changer. 

In the final, with the score tight and the tension high, she delivered a solo block that shifted the momentum forever. The energy went through the roof as Skyline teammates celebrated, and Jayden secured her place on the All-Tournament team. The athlete took to her X page to share the news on the next day.

Before this tournament, Robinson had already earned Skyline’s dual-threat crown, excelling as both a right-side and outside hitter. She began turning heads in 2023 at the U-19 USA National Team. That’s where she helped them finish third at the FIVB Girls U19 World Championship. 

Playing internationally sharpened her skills and her nerve. That same year, she claimed Skyline’s “15 Royal Breakout Player” award. At Ridge Point High School in Texas in 2023-24, she posted 371 kills with an impressive .318 hitting efficiency, all while maintaining a 3.85 GPA.

What Comes Next for Robinson and Husker Volleyball?

Now, it’s pretty much safe to say that the 17 Open National Championship is the gold standard at the youth club level, and Jayden grabbed it with authority.

So what does Jayden’s arrival mean for the Cornhuskers? First, it adds an instant spark to an already elite program. Nebraska has a legacy of turning All-American recruits into national championship contenders, and Robinson seems built for that spotlight. 

Count on her impressive height, athleticism, national championship, and competitive experience to become a game-changer in Lincoln.

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This article first appeared on Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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