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NCAA Adopts New Eligibility Model That Changes the Landscape of College Sports!
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- NCAA Adopts New Eligibility Model That Changes the Landscape of College Sports!
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- 1:21
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- 2 months ago
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- Press Release Courtesy of NCAA- The Division I Cabinet on Tuesday unanimously approved a sweeping overhaul of eligibility rules for student-athletes, permitting Division I student-athletes up to five years of eligibility if they enroll in college no later than the academic year after their 19th birthday. The new rule streamlines a significant portion of the Division I rule book by eliminating season-of-competition limits, sport-specific eligibility and redshirt rules, and eligibility extension waivers.
The changes are not final until the Cabinet meeting concludes Wednesday.
"With these changes, the Cabinet has taken decisive action for the benefit of student-athletes and the system of NCAA Division I athletics," said Josh Whitman, athletics director at Illinois and chair of the Cabinet. "For many student-athletes who enroll in college immediately after high school, these changes will result in the opportunity to potentially compete for an additional season in...
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- The Stories That Defined the 2026 Men's College World Series
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- 2:44
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- 2 months ago
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- Press Release Courtesy of the NCAA- It’s Boomer Sooner time in Omaha. Oklahoma has won the 2026 Men’s College World Series, steamrolling through North Carolina in the winner-take-all Game 3, 13-2, capturing its first national title in over 30 years and third overall. The Sooners are the seventh straight SEC team to win the national championship.
It was an all-around masterclass for OU, jumping out to a 3-1 lead by the end of the third and never looking back. They put at least one run across the plate in four of the final six innings, including three in the fourth and four in the eighth.
The fourth was where Oklahoma’s upper hand became clear. Walker McDuffie’s three consecutive one-out walks loaded the bases, and UNC turned to star freshman Caden Glauber. The Tar Heels were previously 29-0 with whenever he pitched, but he was pulled after a walk and Jaxon Willits’ two-RBI single.
LJ Mercurius was outstanding on the mound, entering for st...
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- Sinclair Cares: Summer Hunger Relief and the Food Bank of Lincoln
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- 5:08
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- 2 months ago
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- NTV's Christian Wagner speaks with Food Bank of Lincoln President and CEO Michaella Kumke about what they need to help others.
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- Oklahoma Wins 2026 Men's College World Series
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Press Release Courtesy of the NCAA- It’s Boomer Sooner time in Omaha. Oklahoma has won the 2026 Men’s College World Series, steamrolling through North Carolina in the winner-take-all Game 3, 13-2, capturing its first national title in over 30 years and third overall. The Sooners are the seventh straight SEC team to win the national championship.
It was an all-around masterclass for OU, jumping out to a 3-1 lead by the end of the third and never looking back. They put at least one run across the plate in four of the final six innings, including three in the fourth and four in the eighth.
The fourth was where Oklahoma’s upper hand became clear. Walker McDuffie’s three consecutive one-out walks loaded the bases, and UNC turned to star freshman Caden Glauber. The Tar Heels were previously 29-0 with whenever he pitched, but he was pulled after a walk and Jaxon Willits’ two-RBI single.
LJ Mercurius was outstanding on the mound, entering for st...
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- Oklahoma's Dayton LeChance overcomes language barrier to reach College World Series
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- 3:26
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- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — Oklahoma catcher Dayton LeChance has become one of the Sooners' most important players during their run to the College World Series.
The journey to Omaha, however, was anything but easy.
LeChance grew up in Montreal, where French is the primary language for much of the population. When he arrived in Oklahoma to pursue college baseball, he found himself more than 2,000 miles from home while trying to navigate classes and daily life in a language he was still learning.
"There were definitely some difficult moments," LeChance said. "But I did everything I was able to do to bring me to this moment right here."
The adjustment nearly pushed him away from the game.
Away from family and facing academic challenges because of the language barrier, LeChance considered walking away from baseball altogether.
Instead, he persevered.
Now, the 6-foot-4 catcher is one of Oklahoma's leaders and one...
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- Brothers Face Off at the College World Series for the First Time Ever
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — The Men's College World Series is filled with unique storylines every year.
Few are as personal as the one involving the Branch family.
For the first time in College World Series history, brothers are competing for opposing teams in Omaha. Older brother Colby Branch plays for Georgia, while younger brother Kyle Branch suits up for Oklahoma.
The two grew up in Allen, Texas, spending countless hours on baseball fields together before eventually taking different paths to college baseball's biggest stage.
Their father, Rusty Branch, has enjoyed watching the moment unfold.
"We went out and played putt-putt this morning," Rusty said. "Got to see the two younger brothers as well. It's just a great deal with your family and a great moment to recognize what a cool accomplishment this is."
The brothers' personalities differ.
Rusty describes Colby as more reserved and internal, while Kyle ...
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- Nebraska Men's Basketball to Have Season Ticket Reseat After 2026-2027 Season
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska Athletics has announced that following the 2026-27 season, the Huskers Athletic Fund will conduct a full reseat of Nebraska Men's Basketball season tickets. All season ticket holders will select a new season ticket location through an online seat selection process for the 2027-28 season.
The reseating process provides a clear pathway and equitable process for new and existing Nebraska Men's Basketball supporters to gain access to seats or improve their seat locations.
More information can be found at the Huskers' website:
https://app.huskers.com/LP=183.
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- Nebraska Volleyball Lands Class of 2028's Top Opposite Hitter Megan Hodges
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska volleyball added another elite prospect to its future roster as Megan Hodges announced her commitment to the Huskers on Wednesday.
Hodges, a 6-foot-5 standout from San Juan Hills High School in California, becomes Nebraska’s third commitment in the 2028 recruiting class.
Regarded as the top opposite hitter in the Class of 2028, Hodges is ranked No. 3 overall by PrepVolleyball and No. 6 by PrepDig. She has the versatility to play both opposite hitter and middle blocker but is expected to slot into the right-side position for the Huskers.
Last season, Hodges led San Juan Hills with 381 kills while adding 73 blocks and 38 aces. She also helped Team USA capture a gold medal at the 2025 NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup and competes for Tstreet Volleyball Club.
Hodges joins an impressive 2028 class that already includes 2 players who most regard are the top at their position
South Dakota setter Josalyn Samuels and Nebra...
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- Nebraska Athletes Prepare Special Olympics USA Games
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Two Lincoln athletes are getting ready to represent Nebraska on one of the biggest stages in amateur sports.
Haley Waggoner and Garrett Stipke are headed to Minneapolis this week to compete in tennis at the Special Olympics USA Games.
Before heading to Minneapolis, the Lincoln based athletes made one final stop — a sponsored shopping spree at Target to stock up on travel essentials, clothing and supplies for the week ahead.
For Waggoner, this trip represents years of dedication.
She's been involved with Special Olympics for more than 20 years and will be competing at the USA Games for the fifth time.
Stipke is making his USA Games debut, but he's no stranger to competition.
The multi-sport athlete has spent 14 years competing in Special Olympics, participating in softball, flag football, soccer, basketball and tennis.
The doubles partners will be part of a Team Nebraska del...
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- Nebraska Volleyball Lands Class of 2028's Top Setter Josalyn Samuels
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska volleyball is still chasing its first national championship since 2017, but the program's future appears to be in good hands.
As Dani Busboom Kelly prepares for her second season as head coach, the Huskers continue to stockpile talent through recruiting, assembling two classes loaded with nationally recognized prospects.
The newest additions come from Nebraska's 2028 recruiting class, which already features two of the nation's top young players.
Milford standout Shayla Rautenberg announced her commitment earlier this week, giving Nebraska one of the most accomplished athletes in the state. The 6-foot-3 middle blocker helped lead Milford to state championships in both volleyball and basketball during the past school year.
On the volleyball court, Rautenberg averaged 5.6 kills per set while hitting .366 and recording 108 blocks. She also helped Team USA win gold at the 2025 NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup.
The daughte...
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- Nebraska Softball Adds Former Ohio State Pitcher Lorin Boutte Through Transfer Portal
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska softball continued its offseason rebuild Tuesday by adding another experienced arm to its pitching staff.
Former Ohio State pitcher Lorin Boutte announced her transfer to Nebraska, becoming the Huskers' second major portal addition in the circle following the commitment of former New Mexico State standout Faith Aragon.
Boutte arrives in Lincoln with two seasons of collegiate experience and an impressive freshman campaign on her résumé.
The St. Charles, Missouri, native earned Big Ten All-Freshman Team honors in 2025 after posting a 21-9 record for the Buckeyes. Her 21 victories ranked fourth in the Big Ten and 24th nationally. Boutte logged 152.1 innings across 37 appearances while striking out 127 batters.
She also earned Freshman All-America honors from both Softball America and D1 Softball and was named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week during the season.
Injuries limited Boutte during the 2026 c...
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- Georgia's "Sour Power" Tradition Sweetens Bulldogs' College World Series Run
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — Every successful team seems to have a unique tradition.
For Georgia baseball, that tradition comes in the form of a sour candy.
The Bulldogs have embraced a dugout ritual known as "Sour Power," a team tradition that began during a road trip to Mississippi State and has followed them all the way to the Men's College World Series.
The idea started with Georgia player Bryce Callaway during a stop at Buc-ee's while traveling to Starkville earlier this season.
Callaway bought a bag of Sour Power candy, and teammates began handing it out after hits, runs and other positive moments during games.
The Bulldogs proceeded to sweep Mississippi State on the road.
The tradition stuck.
"We went on to sweep Mississippi State, and we were rolling ever since then," Georgia outfielder Scott Newman said. "So it's stuck."
As Georgia's season continued, Sour Power became more than a snac...
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- Nebraska Basketball Fans Celebrate Historic Season at Documentary Premiere of Watch and Dream
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska men's basketball fans gathered Sunday at the historic Rococo Theatre to relive one of the most memorable seasons in program history.
The event centered around the premiere of "Watch and Dream," a season-long documentary chronicling the Huskers' 2025-26 campaign. The film gave fans an inside look at the team's journey while highlighting key moments, behind-the-scenes footage and the emotions that defined the season.
The event sold out, underscoring the excitement surrounding the program and the continued connection between the team and its fan base.
Before the screening, fans had the opportunity to meet players and collect autographs on a limited-edition movie-themed poster. The atmosphere felt more like a celebration than a traditional film premiere, as supporters shared memories from a season that captured the attention of basketball fans across the state.
Following the documentary, longtime Husker broadcaster Kent Pavelka h...
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- How 'Country Roads' Became the Soundtrack of West Virginia Baseball
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- 4:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — Oklahoma catcher Dayton LeChance has become one of the Sooners' most important players during their run to the College World Series.
The journey to Omaha, however, was anything but easy.
LeChance grew up in Montreal, where French is the primary language for much of the population. When he arrived in Oklahoma to pursue college baseball, he found himself more than 2,000 miles from home while trying to navigate classes and daily life in a language he was still learning.
"There were definitely some difficult moments," LeChance said. "But I did everything I was able to do to bring me to this moment right here."
The adjustment nearly pushed him away from the game.
Away from family and facing academic challenges because of the language barrier, LeChance considered walking away from baseball altogether.
Instead, he persevered.
Now, the 6-foot-4 catcher is one of Oklahoma's leaders and one...
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- Savannah Bananas Leave Lasting Impression in Nebraska Debut
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Savannah Bananas' first trip to Nebraska was everything fans hoped it would be and more.
More than 90,000 fans attended the Bananas' two-game stop in Lincoln, with a sold-out crowd at Haymarket Park on Thursday followed by more than 80,000 fans at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
The visit transformed Nebraska's capital city into one of the hottest stops on the Banana Ball tour and one of the biggest sports entertainment destinations of the summer.
For a few days, baseball took a back seat to the show.
The Bananas brought their trademark combination of trick plays, dancing, music and fan interaction to Nebraska, creating an atmosphere unlike a traditional baseball game.
From the moment fans arrived at the pregame block parties, the energy was evident.
The Bananas turned both Haymarket Park and Memorial Stadium into stages for a nonstop entertainment experience that has helped make the organization one of the...
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- Nebraska Track and Field Teams Finish in Top 10 at NCAA Championships
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Nebraska track and field team concluded the NCAA Outdoor Championships on Saturday evening in Eugene, Oreg.
Both teams finished in the top 10.
The women’s team claimed a tie for eighth with 27 points, improving on last year’s 26th-place finish where they scored 10 points. The men’s team finished in ninth with 28 points, their best team-finish since 2003.
The highlight for the women’s team is Olympian Axelina Johansson earning another national championship.
The Husker star won the NCAA women's shot put title with a meet-record throw of 19.92 meters, securing her fourth career national championship and eighth All-America honor.
On the men’s side, Sophomore Dyson Wicker won his first national title. He set a school record in route to his pole vault championship, clearing 5.85 meters. Big Ten Javelin champion Keyshawn Strachan finished 2nd at Nationals.Overall, an outstanding team performance by the Huskers Tr...
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- Nebraska Softball Signs 2-Way Player for First Signing of Transfer Portal
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska softball announced its first signing of the transfer portal on Saturday.
You can't truly replace a player like multiple time national player of the year Jordy Frahm, but Coach Rhonda Revelle may have found one of the nation's top two-way talents to help soften the loss.
Former New Mexico State standout Faith Aragon is joining Big Red. Last year, she won 21 games, struck out a school-record 244 batters and hit .369 with seven home runs.
"Faith is a fierce competitor that is ready to step into this program and make an immediate impact," head coach Rhonda Revelle said.
Aragon joins Big Ten Freshman of the Year Alexis Jensen, giving Nebraska a pitching duo that combined for 46 wins and 467 strikeouts last season.
So far the only two transferring out are Catcher Olivia DiNardo and Pitcher Kylee Magee who both didn’t see much playing time last year. How is the roster shaping up? 11 players are graduating including Hannah C...
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- Savannah Bananas Founder Jesse Cole Reflects on Historic Nebraska Debut
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- 3:26
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- When the Savannah Bananas arrived in Nebraska for the first time this week, founder Jesse Cole knew expectations would be high.
After all, more than 8,000 fans packed Haymarket Park on Thursday before more than 80,000 were expected at Memorial Stadium on Saturday for Banana Ball's debut in the Cornhusker State.
For Cole, the reception validated years of planning and a growing connection between the Bananas and Nebraska fans.
"The energy and excitement here in Lincoln for our first visit to Nebraska is special," Cole said. "We've got a lot of expectations and a lot of responsibility to put on a great show."
The Nebraska stop represented both a look toward the future and a reminder of the organization's past.
While Memorial Stadium marked one of the largest venues on the Bananas' tour, Cole said Haymarket Park's crowd reminded him of the early days of Banana Ball.
"When we first started our world tour in 2021, ...
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- Nebraska Baseball Replenishes Pitching and Power Hitting in Latest Transfer Portal Signings
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Nebraska baseball's offseason makeover is well underway following a 43-win season and the program's first NCAA Regional host since 2008.
The Huskers must replace 10 graduating seniors, including Brooks Wallace Award winner Dylan Carey, who was recognized as the nation's top shortstop.
Nebraska has also seen six players enter the transfer portal, highlighted by Lincoln native Max Buettenback and starting pitcher Cooper Katskee. Katskee went 6-2 this season while striking out 65 batters in 69.1 innings of work.
But Will Bolt and his staff have been aggressive in adding talent.
So far, Nebraska has landed four transfer commitments: Illinois left-hander Zach Bates, South Carolina infielder and outfielder Caleb Hoover, Iowa right-hander Cole Moore and former Iowa and South Carolina catcher Reese Moore.
The Huskers also return 25 players from last year's roster, including Freshman All-American and Big Ten Freshman of the Year Drew Gre...
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- Team USA Leads Group D in World Cup After Round 1
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- On Saturday Night, the other two teams in their group played. Australia handled Turkey 2-0. This means for the US’s group D, they are tied with the Aussies at the top after 1 game with 3 points.
The US atop of the standings though as they have a better goal differential after beating Paraguay 4-3 behind Florian Balagan’s first half brace on Friday.
There was one concern that Captain America Christian Pulisic was taken off at half time. Head Coach Mauricio Pottichanio and Pulisic himself said after the game it was precautionary as he was kicked in the calf a couple times that resulted in dead leg feeling.
They expect him to be good to go on Friday when The US play Australia in Seattle at 2 PM CT. The winner of that massive game could automatically qualify to the knock out rounds based on the result of Turkey and Paraguay later in the day. NTV will continue to have daily coverage for you on the World Cup
#USMNT #USA #WorldCup #Par...
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- Nebraska Mourns the Loss of Long-Time Football Assistant Coach George Darlington
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- 1:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics- The Nebraska football program and Husker Athletics mourns the loss of legendary football assistant coach George Darlington. The long-time Husker assistant who was part of three national championship teams passed away in Lincoln on Sunday morning at the age of 87.
Darlington was a Nebraska assistant coach for 30 seasons from 1973 to 2002, serving as an assistant longer than any coach in the history of Cornhusker football. During his 30-year tenure, Nebraska posted a 304-65-3 record, leading the nation in wins and winning percentage during that span. Darlington helped the Huskers to three national championship, 14 conference titles and 21 years where Nebraska finished with a top 10 national ranking. The Huskers also played in a bowl game in each of Darlington’s 30 seasons on staff.
Born in West Virginia, Darlington played college football at Rutgers in the 1950s before earning two degrees at Stanford. He began h...
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- Savannah Bananas Draw More than 80,000 Fans to Memorial Stadium
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Memorial Stadium is known for hosting some of the largest crowds in college football.
On Saturday, it welcomed something entirely different.
More than 80,000 fans packed the home of the Huskers as the Savannah Bananas brought Banana Ball to Lincoln for the first time, turning one of college sports' most iconic venues into a stage for baseball, entertainment and fan interaction.
The event capped a two-game stop in Nebraska for the Bananas, who first played Thursday at Haymarket Park before taking their sold-out tour to Memorial Stadium.
Hours before first pitch, thousands of fans filled the stadium's plaza area, taking part in games, activities, autograph sessions and meet-and-greets while anticipation continued to build.
The Bananas have become one of the fastest-growing brands in sports by transforming baseball into a family-friendly entertainment experience filled with dancing, trick plays, music and fan participation.<...
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- Memorial Stadium Ready to Go Bananas as Eighty Thousand Gather for Historic Event
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- LINCOLN, Neb. — Memorial Stadium is known for hosting some of the largest crowds in college football.
On Saturday, it welcomed something entirely different.
More than 80,000 fans are expected to fill the stadium as the Savannah Bananas brought Banana Ball to Lincoln for the first time, turning the home of the Huskers into one of the biggest stops on the team's nationwide tour.
Hours before first pitch, thousands of fans packed the stadium's plaza area, taking part in games, activities and meet-and-greets while waiting for the action to begin.
The Bananas have become one of the fastest-growing brands in sports by transforming baseball into a family-friendly entertainment experience filled with dancing, trick plays, music and fan interaction.
"It's my first game," one young fan said. "It's super cool and lots of fun."
The excitement stretched across generations, with families traveling from arou...
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- USA Opens World Cup with dominant win over Paraguay
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Team USA could not have asked for a much better start to its home World Cup.
The Americans opened tournament play Friday with a convincing 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sending fans across the country into celebration and immediately boosting hopes for a deep run in the competition.
In Lincoln, supporters packed the Railyard for a World Cup watch party that began hours before kickoff. With each goal, the crowd's energy grew as Team USA controlled the match from the opening whistle.
The United States struck first in the seventh minute when Paraguay accidentally redirected the ball into its own net, giving the Americans an early 1-0 advantage.
The Americans continued to apply pressure throughout the first half.
Striker Folarin Balogun, appearing in his first World Cup, added his first goal of the tournament in the 31st minute after finding space in the penalty area and finishing a cross.
Balogun was not finished.<...
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- Grand Island's Tyler Fay living College World Series dream with Alabama
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- 3:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — Tyler Fay grew up attending games at the College World Series, hoping one day he might have the chance to play on college baseball's biggest stage.
This week, the Grand Island native is doing exactly that.
Fay and Alabama arrived in Omaha as one of the final eight teams remaining in college baseball, with the Crimson Tide set to begin their College World Series run against Oklahoma.
"It's never too big for us," Fay said. "I think we're always steady and bounce back from adversity. We know what we're capable of, and I think that's going to help us a lot on the big stage."
The Alabama pitcher has quickly become one of Nebraska's biggest local storylines at the College World Series. With family, friends and supporters from across central Nebraska making the trip to Omaha, Fay expects a large cheering section when he takes the field.
"I honestly have no idea how many people are coming," Fay said. "It's going t...
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- Lincoln Fans Gather at Railyard to Cheer on Team USA at World Cup Watch Party
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Team USA opened World Cup play against Paraguay, and soccer fans gathered at Lincoln's Railyard to cheer on the Americans. Hosted in partnership with Nebraska Soccer, the watch party featured games, prizes, food, drinks and plenty of optimism about the United States' chances in the tournament.
NTV Sports caught up with fans to hear their predictions for how far Team USA can go in the World Cup.
#TeamUSA #WorldCup #USMNT #LincolnNE #Nebraska
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- Savannah Bananas Bring Banana Ball Spectacle to Nebraska
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- LINCOLN, Neb. — The Savannah Bananas made their long-awaited Nebraska debut Thursday, bringing their unique blend of baseball and entertainment to a sold-out Haymarket Park crowd.
Fans packed the stadium hours before first pitch, taking part in a fan fest that featured player autographs, music, dancing and interactive activities as excitement built for the Bananas' first appearance in the Cornhusker State.
The visit marks the start of a two-game Nebraska stop for the viral baseball sensation. After Thursday's game at Haymarket Park, the Bananas will take center stage Saturday at Memorial Stadium, where more than 80,000 fans are expected to attend.
The Bananas have become one of the fastest-growing brands in sports by transforming baseball into a family-focused entertainment experience known as Banana Ball. The format features a faster-paced style of play, player interactions with fans and choreographed performances throughout the game.
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- College World Series Teams Get First Look at Schwab Field Ahead of Opening Pitch
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- OMAHA, Neb. — The eight teams competing in the 2026 Men's College World Series got their first opportunity to step onto Charles Schwab Field on Thursday, taking part in the annual open practice day ahead of the tournament's opening games.
In a baseball version of a marathon, teams rotated through one-hour practice sessions throughout the day, allowing players and coaches to familiarize themselves with the stadium while fans watched from the stands.
The workouts featured batting practice, defensive drills, baserunning and plenty of smiles as anticipation built for college baseball's biggest stage.
For every team, practice day serves as both preparation and a moment to appreciate the accomplishment of reaching Omaha.
"It's just one of those things where us as a team, coaches, staff and players know what we're capable of," one player said. "That's what we've been trying to achieve."
Among the eight teams, Texas arrives wit...
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- Savannah Bananas Bring Banana Ball Spectacle to Nebraska
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- LINCOLN, Neb. — The Savannah Bananas made their long-awaited Nebraska debut Thursday, bringing their unique blend of baseball and entertainment to a sold-out Haymarket Park crowd.
Fans packed the stadium hours before first pitch, taking part in a fan fest that featured player autographs, music, dancing and interactive activities as excitement built for the Bananas' first appearance in the Cornhusker State.
The visit marks the start of a two-game Nebraska stop for the viral baseball sensation. After Thursday's game at Haymarket Park, the Bananas will take center stage Saturday at Memorial Stadium, where more than 80,000 fans are expected to attend.
The Bananas have become one of the fastest-growing brands in sports by transforming baseball into a family-focused entertainment experience known as Banana Ball. The format features a faster-paced style of play, player interactions with fans and choreographed performances throughout the game.
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- Nebraska Women's Basketball Big Ten Schedule Revealed
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics-
The Big Ten announced its full listing of home and away opponents for the 2026-27 women's basketball conference season on Monday, June 8.
The announcement, which was made live on the Big Ten Network at 11 a.m. (CT), featured a renewal of the existing 18-game conference schedule for women's basketball. Big Ten teams will maintain the same double plays as the 2025-26 season, while playing the return games of their home and away schedules from a year ago.
Last season, a record 12 Big Ten teams won games in the NCAA Tournament and seven of those squads will be coming to Lincoln to face the Huskers in 2026-27.
Nebraska is coming off its third NCAA Tournament appearance in the past four seasons, and the Big Red won an NCAA Tournament game for the second consecutive year by running past Richmond, 75-56, in Durham, N.C. (March 18).
First-team All-Big Ten point guard Britt Prince along...
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- Nebraska Baseball's Drew Grego Named Freshman All-American
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics-
Nebraska’s Drew Grego was named a second-team freshman All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association on Monday afternoon.
Grego becomes the third freshman All-American under head coach Will Bolt, joining Leighton Banjoff (2020) and Max Anderson (2021).
The Papillion, Neb., native put together one of the top freshman seasons at Nebraska in recent history, earning Big Ten Freshman of the Year honors and becoming the sixth player in program history to be named conference freshman of the year.
Grego appeared in 53 games, including 47 starts, and batted .326 with 13 doubles, a triple, seven home runs, 44 RBI and 33 runs scored while posting a .948 OPS. The freshman tied a school record with three doubles in a win at Creighton and recorded 17 multi-hit games and 10 multi-RBI performances in 2026.
Grego’s 44 runs driven in are the third-most by an NU freshm...
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- Nebraska Softball Turns to Transfer Portal to Reload After Women's College World Series Run
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska softball is coming off its most successful season in more than a decade.
The Huskers reached the Women's College World Series for the first time since 2013 and won a game in Oklahoma City for the first time since 2002. They tied a program record with 52 wins, captured both the Big Ten regular-season and tournament championships and established themselves among the nation's elite.
Now comes the challenge of staying there.
Like many top programs in college softball, Nebraska enters the offseason facing significant roster turnover and will likely look to the transfer portal once again to help fill key needs.
The portal played a major role in building Nebraska's 2026 roster. Nearly half of the Huskers' roster featured transfer additions, including several players who became foundational pieces of the program's rise.
Among those departing are National Player of the Year Jordy Frahm, Hannah Coor, Ava Kuszak and twins H...
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- Nebraska Baseball Adds Transfer Portal Talent While Facing Key Departure
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska baseball continues to reshape its roster following a 43-17 season that included the program's first NCAA Regional hosting appearance since 2008.
The Huskers added another transfer portal commitment this week with South Carolina first baseman and outfielder Caleb Hoover announcing he will transfer to Nebraska.
Hoover appeared in eight games and made two starts during his lone season with the Gamecocks. Before arriving at South Carolina, he starred at Grayson College in Texas, where he hit .340 with 16 home runs and 49 RBIs.
The Hoover name may already sound familiar to college sports fans. Caleb is the younger brother of Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover, who transferred to the Hoosiers after spending four seasons at TCU and is considered one of the nation's top returning quarterbacks.
Hoover becomes the second reported transfer portal addition for Nebraska this offseason. Former Iowa right-handed pitcher Cole Moore also announc...
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- Nebraska Siege Start Inaugural Season 2-0 in The Arena League
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- In the Arena League, the Nebraska Siege went on the road for its first time this season and earned a big win against Monroe Greenheads.
The Siege was up 21-12 at half. They kept their pedal to the medal to come away with a 44-30 victory
Grand Island’s indoor football team is now 2-0, undefeated early into their inaugural year!
Next, they are back in GI on June 13th at 7:05 pm, hosting EAU Claire Axeman. Go to https://nebraskasiege.com/schedule for tickets.
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- Jordy Frahm Announced as Huskers Softball Assistant Coach
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics- Two-time NFCA Player of the Year and four-time First-Team All-American Jordy Frahm will join the Nebraska softball staff as an assistant coach, Head Coach Rhonda Revelle announced on Friday.
Frahm played for Nebraska from 2024-26, as she transferred back home after winning two national championships with Oklahoma. The Papillion native was a Big Ten Player of the Year, two-time Big Ten Pitcher of the Year and a Gold Glove Award winner at Nebraska. With her experience as a two-way player, Frahm will be involved with a variety of coaching roles.
“I am beyond excited to join the Nebraska softball coaching staff,” Frahm said. “Playing softball for the Huskers was an incredible blessing to me and the coaches had a huge impact on me as an athlete and as a person. I am ready to have that impact on others and continue to grow the game in my home state. I’m honored by the trust that Coach Revelle has in me, and I am ...
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- UNO Mavericks Introduce New Baseball Head Coach Rob Fournier
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- OMAHA, Neb. (NTV) — New Omaha baseball coach Rob Fournier is eager to begin building the next chapter of Maverick baseball, with a focus on recruiting local talent and creating a championship culture.
Fournier was formally introduced Monday as the seventh head coach in program history after spending the past four seasons as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Western Kentucky.
The veteran coach brings more than 1,100 career wins from his time at Wabash Valley College and helped guide Western Kentucky to a Conference USA championship and NCAA Tournament appearance in 2025.
Now, he is turning his attention to Omaha.
“I can’t wait to assemble a team. I can’t wait to meet the new players,” Fournier said. “This is a new journey for me that I’m taking full ownership in, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Fournier said his approach will center on constant improvement in every area of the program.
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- Survey: 68% of kids increase screen time in summer, raising brain health concerns.
- Runtime
- 3:13
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- LINCOLN, Neb. — As summer break begins, many families are seeing kids spend more time on phones, tablets and other devices — a shift that experts say can carry both risks and benefits depending on how screens are used.
A Lingokids survey found 68% of kids increase screen time significantly during the summer months. Linda Reddish with the University of Nebraska Early Childhood Center said the seasonal increase is known as the “summer dip.”
“The risk is the amount of tie that’s ticking up that children are onscreen; the average time now is 2.5 hours a day on screen use,” Reddish said. “Which means they are not engaged in learning activities or other kinds of things that are appropriate for their age. At the same time, there’s a risk of inappropriate things online. The benefit is, it can be something you and your child do together to learn how to navigate this new space.”
READ MORE: https://nebraska.tv/news/local/survey-68-of-kids...
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- Nash Malone Caps Decorated Career With Back-to-Back State Titles at Kearney Catholic
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Few golfers have left a mark on Kearney Catholic athletics quite like Nash Malone.
The senior capped his high school career this spring by winning his second consecutive NSAA boys golf state championship, becoming only the second golfer in school history to claim multiple individual state titles. Malone joins Phil Horanek as the only Stars golfers to accomplish the feat.
"It means a lot to win again for the second year in a row," Malone said. "But I'm just happy I got to do it with the guys I got to do it with this year."
While Malone's talent made him one of the state's top golfers, Kearney Catholic coach Dustin Bredthauer said his leadership and coachability were equally important to the program's success.
"He was committed from the jump," Bredthauer said. "His best quality is how coachable he is. You wouldn't always expect that from a player with his talent level."
After winning the state title in 2025, Malone entered ...
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- Coach Hoiberg Sees More Growth Ahead for Nebraska Guard Braden Frager
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska men’s basketball guard Braden Frager is coming off a breakout redshirt freshman season, and head coach Fred Hoiberg believes the Lincoln native still has another level to reach.
Frager averaged nearly 12 points per game while shooting 35% from 3-point range during a season that earned him Big Ten 6 Man of the Year honors. Now, Nebraska’s coaching staff is focused on helping the 6-foot-6 guard become a more complete player.
“I think the biggest growth for Braden is just going to be playmaking, defensively taking a step,” Hoiberg said. “I thought he made huge strides from his redshirt year to his first year of eligibility on the court, but there’s more room to grow with his physical tools and his body. He should be able to be a lockdown defender.”
Frager elevated his play during Nebraska’s NCAA Tournament run, scoring 13 points against Troy, 15 against Vanderbilt and 16 against Iowa.
While his offensive p...
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- Nebraska Baseball's Senior Lead Historic Season Ends in Lincoln Regional
- Runtime
- 3:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska baseball's 2026 season ended sooner than the Huskers hoped, but not before a senior-led group helped restore the program to heights not seen in nearly two decades.
Nebraska finished with 44 victories, its most wins since 2005, and hosted an NCAA Regional for the first time in 18 years. The Huskers' season began in Arizona in February and ended in May against Arizona State, but along the way Nebraska re-established itself as one of the nation's top programs.
The Huskers posted a .958 winning percentage at home, setting a new school record at Haymarket Park while losing only three games on their home field. Nebraska also hosted the program's 20th NCAA Regional and seventh regional overall.
"This team has set the standard," senior Dylan Carey said. "The standard is to host and be an Omaha team."
Nebraska's offense powered much of its success. The Huskers run-ruled opponents eight times and scored 10 or more runs in 18 games duri...
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- Nebraska Basketball's Coach Hoiberg Encouraged by New-Look Nebraska Roster Ahead of Summer Workouts
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska men's basketball coach Fred Hoiberg says he is optimistic about the Huskers' roster as the program prepares to begin summer workouts later this month.
Players are scheduled to arrive in Lincoln over the coming days before medical evaluations begin June 8. Nebraska's first official summer workout is set for June 11.
"I really am excited about what we've got," Hoiberg said. "You fully don't know until you get on the floor with your team."
The Huskers enter the offseason after a historic 2025 campaign that included the program's first NCAA Tournament victory under Hoiberg and a run to the Sweet 16. Nebraska must now replace several key contributors and veteran leaders from that team.
Hoiberg believes the coaching staff addressed several needs through the transfer portal.
Among the newcomers, point guard Trevon Linehart stands out as a player expected to take on a major role. Hoiberg praised Linehart's experience and...
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- UNK Football Running Back Isaiah Harris Granted Medical Waiver to Return to the Lopers
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Press release courtesy of UNK Athletics:
Nebraska Kearney head football coach Ryan Held announced today that running back Isaiah Harris will return to the program this fall.
The Millard South and UNK graduate recently was granted an NCAA waiver to play in 2026. The 2024 second-team All-MIAA pick suffered a season-ending injury in the third quarter at Washburn last fall. To that point, he had 89 carries for a league-best 698 yards (7.8 ypc; 139.6 ypg) and six touchdowns. He also had five receptions for 34 yards; he was injured catching a pass vs. the Ichabods.
"I'm probably more nervous than excited, but I'm also just ready to be back in that football-mindset of just going," said Harris. "Once I'm in that headspace, it's easier for me to shut everything out."
Harris was at Nebraska from the fall of 2020 to the fall of 2023. He then joined the Lopers in the spring of 2024 and ran for 825 yards and eight scores that fall. At Millard Sout...
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- Jordy Frahm Announces She is Pregnant, Day After Her Nebraska Softball Career Ends at WCWS
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Less than 24 hours after her Nebraska softball career came to an end at the Women's College World Series, Jordy Frahm shared life-changing news that put her final season into a new perspective.
The former Husker star announced Monday on Instagram that she and her husband, Trey, are expecting their first child.
"Our greatest blessing is on the way," Frahm wrote in a post accompanied by photos of the couple.
The announcement came one day after Nebraska's season ended with a loss to Texas in Oklahoma City, closing the book on one of the most decorated careers in program history.
Frahm capped her senior season by leading Nebraska to a record-breaking year. The Huskers finished 52-8, the best record in school history, while winning both the Big Ten regular-season and tournament championships before advancing to the Women's College World Series.
Individually, Frahm earned some of the sport's highest honors. She was named the US...
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- Nebraska Softball's Associate Head Coach Lori Sippel Retires After 37 Seasons with the Huskers
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Press Release and Photo Courtesy Nebraska Athletics- Nebraska softball associate head coach and pitching coach Lori Sippel announced her retirement on Tuesday. Sippel played four seasons at Nebraska from 1985 to 1988 before serving on the coaching staff for 37 seasons from 1990 to 2026, including the final 23 seasons as associate head coach.
In her 41 total seasons with the program as a player and coach, Sippel helped the Huskers to 1,449 wins, 18 conference titles, 26 NCAA Tournament appearances and six trips to the Women’s College World Series. Sippel is also responsible for every All-America pitching award in program history. She was a two-time All-America pitcher herself and coached six Husker pitchers to a total of eight All-America awards. Sippel was a five-time member of the NFCA Midwest Region Coaching Staff of the Year and was the 2002 National Assistant Coach of the Year.
“I am humbled to have had the privilege to be a member of this great athlet...
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- Fred Hoiberg Updates Nebraska Basketball Offseason, Transfer Portal Additions & Player Development
- Runtime
- 23:10
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg met with the media to discuss the Huskers' offseason progress, transfer portal additions, player development, injury updates, and preparations for the 2025-26 season.
Hoiberg praised Nebraska's transfer class, highlighting new additions while expressing confidence in the incoming freshmen. He emphasized the importance of replacing the leadership and production lost from departing veterans.
The Huskers will focus heavily on strength training, skill development, and fundamentals throughout June before shifting toward more competitive team activities in July. Hoiberg also provided positive injury updates on Connor Essegian and Pryce Sandfort, both of whom are progressing well in their recoveries and are expected to return without major restrictions.
Other topics included:
- Early impressions of Nebraska's transfer portal class
- Summer workout plans and team development
- Injury updates on Con...
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- Historic Nebraska Softball Season Ends, But Foundation for Future Success Is Set
- Runtime
- 3:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- OKLAHOMA CITY — Nebraska softball’s magical 2026 season ended just short of a national championship, but the Huskers leave Oklahoma City with one of the most accomplished seasons in program history.
Nebraska finished 52-8, tying the school record for victories, and returned to the Women’s College World Series for the first time since 2013.
The Huskers did more than simply make it back to college softball’s biggest stage. They created one of the most memorable moments of the tournament, defeating Arkansas in a 10-inning thriller for Nebraska’s first Women’s College World Series victory since 2002. Senior captain Ava Kuszak delivered the game-winning swing with a walk-off home run that instantly became one of the signature moments in program history.
The success stretched far beyond Oklahoma City.
Nebraska won both the Big Ten regular-season championship and conference tournament title, becoming the first Husker team to acco...
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- Nebraska Legend Jordy Frahm Closes Historic Softball Career
- Runtime
- 3:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska softball’s season ended Sunday at the Women’s College World Series, but the conversation afterward quickly shifted from the final score to the legacy of one of the greatest players the sport has ever seen.
The Huskers fell 3-1 to Texas in an elimination game at Devon Park, ending a historic 52-8 season that tied the school record for victories. The loss also marked the end of Jordy Frahm’s collegiate career.
Frahm, the 2026 USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year, left her mark one final time. She opened the game with a leadoff home run — her 20th of the season — and carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning before Texas rallied with a three-run homer to secure the victory.
The home run added another milestone to an already unprecedented career. Frahm became the first player in NCAA Division I softball history to record multiple seasons with at least 20 wins in the circle and 20 home runs at the plate.
Following ...
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- Nebraska's Softball Season Comes to an End Against Texas in the Women's College World Series
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics- The Nebraska softball team’s incredible 2026 season came to an end on Sunday afternoon with a 3-1 loss to Texas in an elimination game in the NCAA Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, Okla.
The Huskers finished the season with a record of 52-8 (.867). The 52 wins tie a program record for the most wins in a single season. NU made its eighth WCWS appearance in program history and won its 21st and 22nd conference titles.
Jordy Frahm took a no-hitter into the sixth inning, but Texas hit back-to-back singles and knocked a three-run shot to close out the win. Frahm (21-6) took the loss in the circle but struck out five batters.
Frahm accounted for the Huskers’ only run of the day, as she led off the game with a solo home run to center, her 20th bomb of the season. Hannah Coor hit a double and Kacie Hoffmann and Bella Bacon each added a hit.
Notes
Nebraska ended its seaso...
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- Nebraska Press Conference After Beating Arkansas in Instant Classic at WCWS
- Runtime
- 11:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics- The No. 1 Nebraska softball team suffered its first loss since March, a 5-1 defeat to the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday at the NCAA Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, Okla.
Nebraska fell to 52-7 on the season and the loss snapped a 27-game win streak, which was the longest in the country and in program history.
Hannah Camenzind was responsible for the Huskers’ only hit of the day, a solo shot to center field in the fourth inning.
Jordy Frahm (21-5) took the loss in the circle, as she allowed three runs on three hits in two innings. Alexis Jensen threw the final four innings for the Big Red, striking out six and allowing only two hits and two unearned runs.
Alabama knocked a three-run home run in the bottom of the first to open the scoring and take a 3-0 lead. The Crimson Tide added another run in the bottom of the third.
NU scored its first run of ...
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- Nebraska's Nation Leading 27 Game Winning Streak Ends Against Alabama at the WCWS
- Runtime
- 2:53
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics- The No. 1 Nebraska softball team suffered its first loss since March, a 5-1 defeat to the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday at the NCAA Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, Okla.
Nebraska fell to 52-7 on the season and the loss snapped a 27-game win streak, which was the longest in the country and in program history.
Hannah Camenzind was responsible for the Huskers’ only hit of the day, a solo shot to center field in the fourth inning.
Jordy Frahm (21-5) took the loss in the circle, as she allowed three runs on three hits in two innings. Alexis Jensen threw the final four innings for the Big Red, striking out six and allowing only two hits and two unearned runs.
Alabama knocked a three-run home run in the bottom of the first to open the scoring and take a 3-0 lead. The Crimson Tide added another run in the bottom of the third.
NU scored its first run of ...
