Nebraska Volleyball Freshman Sensation Arrested For DUI, Was Twice The Legal

Nebraska Cornhuskers volleyball outside hitter Harper Murray was arrested by local authorities this past weekend for driving under the influence of alcohol.

The Omaha World-Herald reported that Murray – a 19-year-old freshman – had a blood-alcohol content reading that was far above the legal limit in Nebraska. 

“According to (Lincoln Police Department) spokesperson Erika Thomas, Murray’s blood-alcohol content was .169, which is double the legal limit,” the outlet wrote. “Murray was also cited for reckless driving, obstruction of a peace officer, minor in possession and carrying a false ID. Murray was transported to a detox facility, and then she was cited and released.”

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – AUGUST 30: Harper Murray #27 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers reacts against the Omaha Mavericks at Memorial Stadium on August 30, 2023 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by C. Morgan Engel/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)

Authorities from the LPD said that they cited the Big 10 freshman of the year for multiple violations just before 1 a.m. on Friday morning. She was released after being hit with “first offense DUI, careless driving, minor in possession, possession of a fake ID and obstructing a peace officer.”

A spokesperson from the Cornhuskers’ athletic department said they were waiting for more information before commenting on the matter.

Murray had a fantastic freshman campaign for Nebraska. She recorded 3.23 kills per set, a .237 hitting percentage, 2.07 digs per set, and a team-high 36 service aces. In addition to being the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, she was named a member of the All-Big Ten First Team. 

Nebraska finished the 2023 campaign with a 33-2 record, and lost to the Texas Longhorns in the NCAA tournament final.