After four years as a Cornhusker, Lexi Rodriguez is ready to tackle a new chapter in her volleyball career. She's moving to Omaha to play for LOVB Omaha in the inaugural season of League One Volleyball. This isn't just a new team; it’s a new life. She’ll be upgrading her cooking skills, too.

Lexi’s time at Nebraska was impressive. She set a new program record with 1, 897 career digs. But now, she’s preparing for a bigger challenge. Omaha is her new home, and cooking is her new adventure. She shared a picture of her groceries on Instagram, hoping her cooking goes well. Being a pro athlete means new skills, like cooking your own meals.

LOVB has been in the works since 2020. They took their time to ensure the league would be of high quality, attracting top stars like Lexi Rodriguez. She’ll face familiar faces from college, as the league features stars from Texas, Penn State, and Wisconsin. The season runs for 14 weeks, with each of the six teams playing every week.

The president of LOVB Pro, Rosie Spaulding, said the league aims to give the best players a chance to play at home instead of overseas. Fans and communities can continue supporting these women in their professional careers. Lexi, meanwhile, is still in the running for the 2025 Honda Sport Award.

This fresh start might just be what Lexi needs to kick off her new pro career with a bang. But for now, she’s learning how to cook. How exciting is that?

Lexi Rodriguez: From NCAA Star to Pro Volleyball and Life in Omaha

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