Volleyball Star Shayla Rautenberg Commits to Nebraska Heritage

Nebraska volleyball has made a significant addition to its Class of 2028. Shayla Rautenberg, a highly touted middle blocker from Milford High School, has committed to the Huskers. This announcement comes as no surprise, given Rautenberg's strong connection to the program and her impressive skills on the court.

At just 15 years old, Rautenberg has already achieved incredible success in her volleyball career. She led her team to a Class C1 State Title in both volleyball and girls' basketball during the 2025-26 school year. Rautenberg's impressive stats include 5.6 kills per set, a hitting percentage of .366, and 534 kills as a sophomore. She also boasts 1.1 blocks per set, 108 total blocks, 2.0 digs per set, and 0.5 aces per set.

Rautenberg's commitment to Nebraska is a testament to her dedication to the sport and her desire to stay close to home. With her mother, Lisa Reitsma, being an All-American outside hitter at Nebraska from 1995-1998, Rautenberg has a deep connection to the program and its legacy. Husker head coach Dani Busboom Kelly and associate head coach Jaylen Reyes have closely watched Rautenberg's growth and development, attending several of her games, including state tournament games in Lincoln.

As a versatile athlete, Rautenberg has experience attacking and blocking from the left pin and passing. She has also shown her ability to dunk a volleyball, demonstrating her impressive vertical jump. Rautenberg's addition to the Nebraska Class of 2028 is a significant one, and she is expected to contribute greatly to the team's success in the years to come.

With her commitment to Nebraska, Rautenberg has solidified her Husker legacy and set the stage for an exciting future in college volleyball.