The latest two NCAA volleyball national champions, Wisconsin and Texas, meet in the semifinals for the chance at another title. And both are playing like national contenders.
The Badgers faced a tough Oregon squad in the regional finals but made it look easy anyway The Longhorns, on the other hand, became the only team to upset a No. 1 seed when they went into Stanford and never looked back in a 3-1 win.
Wisconsin has been consistent all season, ranking second in the nation in hitting percentage (.313) and first in blocks per set (3.09). It's easy to see why by looking at the roster. The Badgers' front-row lineup includes a 6-9 Anna Smrek, 6-7 Carter Booth, 6-4 Sarah Franklin and 6-3 CC Crawford.
Texas has gotten better throughout the tournament, though, improving its blocking and averaging 2.94 blocks per set. Big 12 Player of the Year Madi Skinner has been on fire, recording 50 kills through her latest two matches.
MORE: Watch Wisconsin vs. Texas volleyball live with Fubo (free trial)
It'll be a marathon of a game decided at the net. Here's how to watch it:
What channel is Wisconsin vs. Texas volleyball on today?
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN App, Fubo
ESPN will broadcast Wisconsin vs. Texas in the semifinal game.
Streaming is available on the ESPN app or Fubo, which offers a free trial.
Wisconsin vs. Texas volleyball start time
- Date: Thursday, Dec. 14
- Time: Approx. 9:30 p.m. ET (8:30 p.m. CT)
The Badgers take on the Longhorns on Thursday, Dec. 14, from Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. First serve will be at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET, or 30 minutes after the first semifinal match between Nebraska and Pitt concludes.
NCAA volleyball tournament schedule 2023
Below is the full schedule of NCAA volleyball national semifinal matches.
Thursday, Dec. 14
| Match | Time (ET) | TV/Stream |
| (1) Nebraska vs. (1) Pitt | 7 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
| (1) Wisconsin vs. (2) Texas | Approx. 9:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |