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Final Four notes: Huskers dig deep with seniors' careers on the line

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MINNEAPOLIS — Yes, this Nebraska attempt to come back from down two sets to none felt a little different from others in Kenzie Maloney’s historic career as a Husker.

This time, trailing Illinois in the national semifinals, Nebraska needed to win set 3, set 4 — and set 5 — just to extend her career.

“It felt a little bit different, because it could have been my very last game,” said Maloney, who came up with 20 digs and added assists leading to 10 out-of-system kills in Nebraska’s come-from-behind win.

Maloney, who along with senior co-captain Mikaela Foecke improved to 21-1 in NCAA Tournament matches, said the Huskers turned the match around physically and mentally.