After Ally Batenhorst Drafting, Reigning PVF Champions Omaha Supernovas Share Another Major 2025 Announcement
Ally Batenhorst is bidding farewell to the Trojans after a year-long journey with them, following her transfer from Nebraska. But now, she’s ready for a long-awaited homecoming. The Omaha Supernovas, the inaugural PVF champions, made an exciting announcement on November 25, unveiling their latest recruit. The social media post proudly declared, “With the 15th pick in the 2024 #PVFDraft, the #OmahaSupernovas select OH @allybatenhorstt from the University of Southern California!”
It’s clear—Ally Batenhorst is coming back to her roots, and she couldn’t be more thrilled, sharing, “I’m so excited and just ready to get back to Omaha, back to Nebraska.” As Ally makes her grand return to the Supernovas, fans are already buzzing with excitement. And just when you think this announcement couldn’t get any bigger, the reigning PVF champions have more surprises in store for 2025.
The Omaha Supernovas made a major splash on X on December 2, unveiling some exciting news that will take their presence to new heights. “The Supernovas are excited to announce Walnut Media USA as its flagship radio partner, with multiple @NewsChannelNE radio stations joining as affiliates for the Supernovas Radio Network in 2025!” the post read. Walnut Media’s team, led by Omaha native Grant Hansen (@HansenNotHanson), will handle the play-by-play, while Nebraska Volleyball National Champion and Omaha Skutt Volleyball head coach Renee Saunders (@Coach__Saunders) returns for her second season behind the mic. And with this massive expansion, the Supernovas’ radio coverage will now span across five states!
The extensive network coverage includes a variety of stations, ensuring fans from near and far can tune in. Here’s the breakdown of the stations joining the Supernovas Radio Network: KCRO Supernovas Radio | 660 AM, KXCB Bluffs Country | 106.5 FM, 1420 AM, KOBM Boomer Radio | 106.7 FM, ESPN Tri-Cities | 1460 AM, 1550 AM, 92.1 FM, 92.7 FM, KNCY | 105.5 FM, 1600 AM, KGMT | 1310 AM, and KSID | 1340 AM. With this powerful partnership, Omaha Supernovas fans can stay connected and experience every thrilling moment of the 2025 season like never before!
The reigning PVF champions, in a dazzling 2024 season, capped off their regular home schedule with a sweep over the Columbus Fury (8-15), winning 27-25, 25-23, 25-21 in front of a roaring 8,009 fans at the CHI Health Center. This victory marked the fourth straight win for the Supernovas, setting a fresh franchise record. With a 3-1 season series win over the Fury, Omaha’s dominance was clear, with only the Atlanta Vibe and San Diego Mojo managing to snag multiple wins against them.
And now, with Ally Batenhorst returning, it’s not just about her homecoming—it’s about the magic of reunions. Not only is she coming back to where it all began, but she’s also reuniting with someone incredibly special.
Ally Batenhorst’s homecoming!
Yes, you heard that right! Ally Batenhorst is not only making a grand return to her roots, but she’s also reuniting with one of her former Nebraska Huskers teammates. This time, she’ll be teaming up with Lindsay Krause, a fellow Outside Hitter who was selected just behind her in the 2024 PVF Draft, taken as the 19th pick in round three. The two will join forces again on the Omaha Supernovas roster, bringing back the chemistry and competitive spirit they once shared in the collegiate scene. It’s going to be a thrilling partnership!
Krause is one of three former Nebraska players now stepping into the professional circuit, alongside Merritt Beason and Leyla Blackwell. Even though Ally and Lindsay spent an entire season battling each other on the court, their bond as teammates runs deep, and it’s clear that their friendship remains unshaken. Returning to the Bob Devaney Center for a matchup against Nebraska was an emotional rollercoaster for Batenhorst, but despite the fierce competition, she was met with nothing but love from the fans and her old team.
Huskers even put up signs that read, “Welcome Home Ally.” Huskers head coach John Cook shared a heartfelt sentiment about Batenhorst, saying, “She’s a Husker… There’s an emotional connection there… She’s part of our family.” So, it’s no surprise that Ally and her family were thrilled when the Omaha Supernovas picked her up. USC coach Brad Keller couldn’t have said it better: “The addition of Ally Batenhorst is a game changer for our program.” His words ring true, and now the volleyball world is eager to see what heights Batenhorst will soar to as a professional.
