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Nebraska Seeks 18th Final Four as Texas A&M Looks to Extend Breakthrough Run
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- Nebraska Seeks 18th Final Four as Texas A&M Looks to Extend Breakthrough Run
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Top-ranked Nebraska aims to keep its undefeated season alive on Sunday as the Huskers face Texas A&M in an NCAA regional final in Lincoln— a matchup between two of the nation’s most balanced teams and one that carries decades of history.
The programs have met 39 times, most recently in 2010, with Nebraska holding a dominant 32–7 series lead. A win would send the Huskers to their 18th Final Four.
Nebraska enters at 33–0, coming off a commanding sweep of Kansas in the regional semifinals. The Huskers hit .450 in that match while holding the Jayhawks to .029 and never trailed.
“They’re a really good volleyball team, but we’ve talked the entire season about making people uncomfortable,” Texas A&M head coach Jamie Morrison said. “We’re going to continue to do that.”
Statistically, few teams in the sport have matched Nebraska’s production. The Huskers own the nation’s top offense and defense, ranking first in both ...
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- Kansas Prepares for Challenge as Unbeaten No. 1 Nebraska Awaits in Regional Semifinal
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- No. 1 Nebraska returns to the NCAA regional stage this week, hosting No. 16 Kansas in what will be the Huskers’ 14th consecutive regional appearance and the program’s 41st overall trip.
Nebraska enters the match 32–0, completing the regular season unbeaten for the third time in school history. The Huskers have dropped only seven sets all season, including just one in Big Ten play. Nebraska advanced with a 3–0 sweep of Kansas State in the second round.
“The Kansas team has gotten better throughout the year, and they adjust really quickly,” Nebraska's Big Ten Coach of the Year Dani Busboom Kelly said. “If they’re down in a game or coming off a loss, they typically play much better and improve at a fast rate.”
Nebraska holds an 88-0-1 record all-time against Kansas. The programs last met in a spring scrimmage on April 26 at the Devaney Center, where the Huskers won all four sets.
“I think both teams are much different...
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- Louisville, Texas A&M Set for NCAA Volleyball Regional Semifinal Clash in Lincoln
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Inside the Devaney Center on Thursday, Texas A&M and Louisville took the podium ahead of their regional semifinal matchup, each team preparing for what they expect to be one of the most competitive nights of the NCAA volleyball tournament.
No. 9 Louisville enters the weekend at 26-6 overall and 16-4 in the ACC, led by head coach Dan Meske, a familiar face to many Nebraskans. Meske served as an assistant on Nebraska’s staff in the early 2010s before taking over the Cardinals program last season, succeeding Dani Busboom Kelly.
“It was fun when I was an assistant,” Meske said. “It’s not more or less fun as a head coach because we have excellent players who are really fun to be around. My role has shifted, my title has shifted, but the way I want to serve and the way I feel so fortunate to be a part of this group — that hasn’t really changed.”
Louisville middle blocker Cara Cresse said the transition to Meske at the helm has been smoot...
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- Nebraska Presser for NCAA Tourney Volleyball Regional Semifinals vs. Kansas
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- 11:58
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska Presser for NCAA Tourney Volleyball Regional Semifinals vs. Kansas
#Kansas #kansasvb #NebraskaVolleyball #kansasjayhawks
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- Nebraska Begins Bowl Prep as Rhule Announces Staff Changes, Praises New D-Coordinator & O-Line Coach
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- As Nebraska gears up for its New Year’s Eve bowl matchup against No. 15 Utah in Las Vegas, head coach Matt Rhule addressed a series of major staff changes and provided updates on key players during his Monday press conference.
Rhule formally introduced two new hires: defensive coordinator Rob Aurich from San Diego State and offensive line coach Geep Wade from Georgia Tech. He also shared the dismissal of defensive line coach Terry Bradden after one season.
Rhule said Aurich’s track record and coaching style immediately stood out.
“When I watch the tape, it’s the play style that I want,” Rhule said. “You see people flying around, you see people playing at a really high level — and it was in his first year as coordinator. It wasn’t like it would take two or three years. It was right off the bat.”
Aurich spent one season leading San Diego State’s defense, which improved from allowing 30 points per game to just 12.6 po...
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- Fred Hoiberg Speaks on Being Nationally Ranked and Previews Wisconsin Game
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- 15:39
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Fred Hoiberg Speaks on Being Nationally Ranked and Previews Wisconsin Game
#cornhuskers #huskers #huskersmbb #nebraska #nebraskabasketball #fredhoiberg
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- Matt Rhule on Signing New DC, O-Line Coach, Letting 3 Coaches Go, & Las Vegas Bowl
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- 33:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule covered recruiting, staff changes and bowl preparation Wednesday during his National Signing Day press conference, emphasizing the Huskers’ need for long-term roster development and a refreshed identity on defense.
Rhule said the staff focused heavily on high school recruiting this cycle, targeting positions that are “hard to get in the portal,” particularly offensive linemen and difference-makers on the perimeter. Nebraska signed several defensive prospects as well, continuing what Rhule called a balanced long-term roster build.
One of the biggest updates came on the coaching front. Rhule confirmed the departure of defensive coordinator John Butler, saying Butler is a “great coach and person,” but ultimately “not the right fit” for the play style he wants moving forward.
“It’s probably more me than anything else,” Rhule said. “We’ll find the right fit for us. I want player development and eff...
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- Huskers Stay Unbeaten with Blow Out Win Over Creighton
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- 2:55
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska used a blistering start and stifling defense to stay unbeaten Sunday afternoon, powering past Creighton 71–50 in front of a sellout crowd at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
The Huskers (8-0) opened the game on a 13-0 run, seizing a double-digit lead in the first eight minutes and never looking back. The victory marked Nebraska’s third win over Creighton in the past four years and gave the program consecutive victories in the series for the first time since the mid-1990s. It also extended NU’s winning streak to 13 games dating back to last season — the longest active streak in the nation.
Rienk Mast led Nebraska with 20 points, while Sam Hoiberg added 15 points and five assists. Pryce Sandfort contributed 13 points and seven rebounds. The fast start, which included five early points from Jamarques Lawrence, helped Nebraska build a 15-2 lead and ignite the home crowd.
Creighton (5-4) trimmed the deficit to 20-14 late in the first half, but bac...
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- Nebraska to Meet Utah in Las Vegas Bowl on New Years Eve
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Press release courtesy of Nebraska Athletics:
The Nebraska football team has been selected to play in the 2025 SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl, marking the Huskers’ second consecutive postseason trip. Nebraska will meet Utah in the game, which is set for Wednesday, Dec. 31 at Allegiant Stadium. The game will kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT (12:30 p.m. PT) with ESPN providing the television coverage.
This marks Nebraska’s first-ever appearance in the Las Vegas Bowl and the Huskers’ 55th bowl game in school history. Nebraska will enter the contest with a 7-5 record, marking the fourth straight year the Huskers have improved their regular-season win total.
This will be the fifth meeting in school history with Utah, but the first since 1992. Nebraska holds a 4-0 advantage in the series with all four matchups played at Memorial Stadium between 1968 and 1992.
“The Las Vegas Bowl gives our football team the opportunity to visit a great city...
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- Nebraska Sweeps Kansas State to Reach 14th Straight NCAA Regional
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Top-ranked Nebraska moved one step closer to its championship aspirations Saturday night, sweeping Kansas State to advance to its 14th consecutive NCAA regional.
Nebraska (32-0) wasn’t at its sharpest, but the Huskers controlled the match, sweeping the Wildcats (18-10) 25-17, 25-21, 25-16 in front of a crowd of 8,601 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. Big Red outhit the Wildcats .253 to .118. It marked the seventh straight match in which Nebraska held at least a .100 hitting percentage advantage over its opponent.
“Really good match — Kansas State played great,” Nebraska coach Dani Busboom Kelly said. “They challenged us in a lot of areas. We kept our composure, stayed steady and finished the match playing our best volleyball of the night. I was proud of us, even when it didn’t feel super clean. We were still playing Nebraska volleyball.”
The Huskers posted a 43–27 edge in kills and a 48–32 advantage in digs, t...
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- Nebraska Sweeps Long Island While Kansas State Wins 5- Sets vs. USD to Advance in NCAA Tourney
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska enters the NCAA Volleyball Tournament as the nation’s No. 1 overall seed, opening its push for a sixth national championship at home this weekend.
Fresh off being named Big Ten Coach of the Year, first-year head coach Dani Busboom Kelly said nothing about the team’s approach will change now that the postseason has arrived. After going 30-0 in the regular season and 20-0 in the Big Ten, Busboom Kelly said the Huskers will rely on the same formula that carried them through an undefeated year.
“The stress is heightened, your emotions are heightened, but it’s still just volleyball,” Busboom Kelly said. “What’s gotten us to this point is what will continue our success. We don’t want to stray away from any of that.”
A major part of that success has been junior setter Bergen Reilly, who was named the Big Ten Player of the Year and Big Ten Setter of the Year. Reilly directs an offense hitting over .400 in seven matches this seas...
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- Consumers warned about look-alike retail websites amid rise in online scam reports
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- 2:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- As the holiday shopping season intensifies, consumers are being urged to exercise caution when making online purchases.
Josh Plano from the Better Business Bureau highlighted a growing trend of shoppers buying from unfamiliar companies found on social media or through internet searches or social media. Planos warned of look-alike websites designed to impersonate popular retailers like Amazon, Target and Dick's Sporting Goods.
"Scammers are really good at creating things that look exactly almost identical to the real thing, but with subtle spelling errors in the URL or subtle errors in the photos that are used or subtle errors on the about us page. If any of that looks suspect, it's usually best practice to at least take a step back and do a little bit more research before you provide any personal or payment information to that company," said Planos, vice president of marketing, communications & public relations.
He advised consumers to verify the ...
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- Nebraska Begins NCAA Tournament Run at Home as Top Overall Seed
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska enters the NCAA Volleyball Tournament as the nation’s No. 1 overall seed, opening its push for a sixth national championship at home this weekend.
Fresh off being named Big Ten Coach of the Year, first-year head coach Dani Busboom Kelly said nothing about the team’s approach will change now that the postseason has arrived. After going 30-0 in the regular season and 20-0 in the Big Ten, Busboom Kelly said the Huskers will rely on the same formula that carried them through an undefeated year.
“The stress is heightened, your emotions are heightened, but it’s still just volleyball,” Busboom Kelly said. “What’s gotten us to this point is what will continue our success. We don’t want to stray away from any of that.”
A major part of that success has been junior setter Bergen Reilly, who was named the Big Ten Player of the Year and Big Ten Setter of the Year. Reilly directs an offense hitting over .400 in seven matches this seas...
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- Coach Dani Busboom Kelly Previews First Weekend of NCAA Tourney & Winning Big Ten Coach of the Year
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- 7:21
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska head coach Dani Busboom Kelly met with the media before the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament to discuss the Huskers’ mindset, preparation, and the awards earned by her team.
DBK praised Bergen Reilly for earning Big Ten Setter of the Year, calling her consistency and impact on winning “massive.” She said nothing changes for the team entering the postseason—Nebraska will keep the same habits and approach that carried them through the regular season. Monday’s off-day gave players their first back-to-back break of the year, a much-needed reset heading into tournament play.
On winning Big Ten Coach of the Year, DBK said the honor felt like a team and community award, crediting John Cook for the foundation he left and the staff around her for their support. She said the team has stayed emotionally steady all season, avoiding extended lows and quickly responding when things went wrong.
Busboom Kelly emphasized that players feel mo...
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- Bergen Reilly & Rebekah Allick Preview First Weekend of NCAA Tournament and Regular Season Awards
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- 12:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska stars Bergen Reilly and Rebekah Allick sat down ahead of the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament to talk mindset, pressure, coaching, and what makes this team tick.
Bergen discussed how setters are finally getting the recognition they deserve, crediting her hitters and passers for making every award a team accomplishment. She said outside noise creates more pressure than anything internal, and that the team is locked in on its real goal—six matches to win a national championship. She also talked about leaning on coaches, family, and teammates to stay grounded, and even shared how a day off and team pedicures helped everyone recharge.
Rebekah opened up about confidence, expectations, and how the team recovers from tough stretches faster than ever. As a senior, she reflected on learning to celebrate small wins, balancing emotions, and the gratitude she felt on senior night with her family watching her in Devaney for the first time. She talked about...
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- Nebraska Women’s Basketball Highlights After Beating Bradley to Improve to 8-0
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska Women's Basketball improves to 8-0 after beating Bradley!
1. Britt Prince: game high 17 PTS, 5 AST
2. Jessica Petrie 15 PTS, 10 REB
3. Huskers outscore the Braves 56-26 in the paint
Next: Big Red vs. Penn State to start B1G play.
#cornhuskers #huskers #huskerswbb #nebraska #nebraskabasketball #ncaawbb
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- NTV's Athlete of the Week is St. Mary's Cardinals Gage Hedstrom Historic 8-Man Football Season
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- St. Mary’s Cardinals senior quarterback and outside linebacker Gage Hedstrom has been named the 2025 NebPreps Class D2 Football Player of the Year after one of the most dominant seasons in Nebraska eight-man football history.
Hedstrom led the Cardinals to a 12-1 record and a berth in the D2 state championship game, doing everything for St. Mary’s on both sides of the ball. He threw for 2,311 yards while completing 66 percent of his passes, finishing with 46 touchdowns and just four interceptions.
He was equally effective on the ground. Hedstrom rushed for 1,855 yards and 38 touchdowns, averaging nearly 200 rushing yards per game. In the state title game against Wynot, he delivered one of the top performances of the season with 347 passing yards and six touchdowns, plus 59 rushing yards and three more scores.
One of the year’s signature moments came when Hedstrom connected with receiver James Ebby for a one-handed touchdown grab that earned N...
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- Nebraska Football Sign 10 High Schoolers on Football Signing Day While Rhule Speaks on New DC Search
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- At Memorial Stadium on Wednesday, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule opened signing day not with recruits, but with news of a major staff change. Defensive coordinator John Butler was dismissed Monday, ending his two-year tenure with the Huskers (one year as defensive backs coach and one year as defensive coordinator).
“I love John Butler. John’s an amazing coach, an amazing person,” Rhule said. “It just wasn’t exactly the right fit for me and the way I am. So it’s probably more me than anything else.”
Rhule said the search for a new defensive coordinator is already underway, and he plans to lead it personally. He emphasized that the hire will be defined by mentality and identity, not scheme.
“I want player development. I want physicality. I want effort way more than scheme,” Rhule said. “There’s a play style we want I want a coordinator who gets 11 guys to play as one.”
For Nebraska’s bowl game, veteran assistan...
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- Matt Rhule Recaps Signing Day, Staff Changes and Bowl Prep
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- 35:02
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule covered recruiting, staff changes and bowl preparation Wednesday during his National Signing Day press conference, emphasizing the Huskers’ need for long-term roster development and a refreshed identity on defense.
Rhule said the staff focused heavily on high school recruiting this cycle, targeting positions that are “hard to get in the portal,” particularly offensive linemen and difference-makers on the perimeter. Nebraska signed several defensive prospects as well, continuing what Rhule called a balanced long-term roster build.
One of the biggest updates came on the coaching front. Rhule confirmed the departure of defensive coordinator John Butler, saying Butler is a “great coach and person,” but ultimately “not the right fit” for the play style he wants moving forward.
“It’s probably more me than anything else,” Rhule said. “We’ll find the right fit for us. I want player development and eff...
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- Cannabis commission board being in manufactures to monthly meeting.
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- 2:06:04
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Cannabis commission board being in manufactures to monthly meeting.
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- Cannabis commission board being in manufactures to monthly meeting.
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Cannabis commission board being in manufactures to monthly meeting.
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- YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot Interview with YMCA Associate Executive Director
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Light snow flurries didn’t deter hundreds of runners from taking part in a Thanksgiving tradition: the 17th annual YMCA Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust on Thursday morning in Lincoln’s Railyard entertainment district.
Participants of all ages lined up ahead of Thanksgiving celebrations, with many squeezing in a 5K run before an afternoon of football and holiday meals.
This year marked the third time the event has been held in the downtown area. Organisers said the tradition has grown into a family-focused kickoff to the holiday.
“It’s just a fun family run that we do every year to celebrate the holidays and be together as a family,” YMCA Associate Executive Director of Health & Wellness Karla Hudson said. “We have a tot trot for kids five and under, a one-mile fun run or walk for all ages, and a competitive 5K race as well.”
Runners said the cold weather added to the experience.
“It is a blast ...
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- YMCA of Lincoln Holds Its 17th Annual Turkey Trot in Downtown Lincoln
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Light snow flurries didn’t deter hundreds of runners from taking part in a Thanksgiving tradition: the 17th annual YMCA Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust on Thursday morning in Lincoln’s Railyard entertainment district.
Participants of all ages lined up ahead of Thanksgiving celebrations, with many squeezing in a 5K run before an afternoon of football and holiday meals.
This year marked the third time the event has been held in the downtown area. Organisers said the tradition has grown into a family-focused kickoff to the holiday.
“It’s just a fun family run that we do every year to celebrate the holidays and be together as a family,” YMCA Associate Executive Director of Health & Wellness Karla Hudson said. “We have a tot trot for kids five and under, a one-mile fun run or walk for all ages, and a competitive 5K race as well.”
Runners said the cold weather added to the experience.
“It is a blast ...
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- Precision agriculture conference highlights tech innovations for producers.
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- 2:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- The annual UNL Extension Precision Ag conference focused on going back to the basics, drawing attention from both producers and government officials. Dirk Charlson of UNL Extension emphasized that while technology evolves, the fundamentals remain constant. "People always say things are changing, but really the fundamentals are the same," Charlson said. "Whenever we have a new technology, it just becomes part of that toolkit. And so really it's not change as much as innovation."
Charlson described precision agriculture as a management philosophy that leverages technology to maximize profits and development while benefiting the environment. This year, the conference attracted a surprising number of government representatives, including those from the USDA and natural resource districts, which Charlson found "pretty interesting and pretty exciting."
The conference featured discussions on virtual reality, artificial intelligence harvest technology and more. Jesse ...
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- Sandy Creek Wins Second Straight NSAA D1 Football Title
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- 3:14
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Sandy Creek completed a dominant run to its second straight Class D1 state football championship on Monday, rolling past its opponent 66-26 at Memorial Stadium.
The Cougars, who returned to the state final after winning a tight two-point game last season, wasted no time seizing control. Quarterback Cam Sealy powered the opening drive with 12 carries, including a 12-yard run that set up his short touchdown to put Sandy Creek ahead 6-0. The Cougars converted the two-point attempt for an 8-0 lead before many fans had settled into their seats.
The second drive was just as explosive. Sealy connected with Logan Tompkins for a 44-yard strike, setting up a nine-yard touchdown run by West Billtoft on a well-executed trick play. Another successful conversion stretched the lead to 16-0.
Sandy Creek’s fourth drive ended with another Sealy rushing score, pushing the margin to 24-8. Sealy also made an impact on defense, grabbing an interception and then scori...
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- Wynot Beats St. Mary's in Thriller to Win First Football State Championship
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- 2:51
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Wynot won its first football state championship Monday, outlasting St. Mary’s 71-60 in a record-setting Class D2 title game at Memorial Stadium.
The matchup between two Siouxland programs produced the highest-scoring 8-man championship game in Nebraska history, with 131 combined points.
Wynot jumped out to a 20-8 lead late in the first quarter after capitalizing on a St. Mary’s fumble on the opening kickoff. The Cardinals answered quickly, cutting the deficit to 20-16 heading into the second.
St. Mary’s surged in the second quarter behind quarterback Gage Hedstrom, scoring four touchdowns to take a 42-34 halftime lead. The back-and-forth continued in the third, with Wynot reclaiming a 50-48 edge entering the fourth.
The teams traded touchdowns throughout the final quarter, but Wynot held firm. Senior quarterback Devin Brummer threw his seventh touchdown pass of the night — tying a Class D2 state record — to help the Blue Dev...
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- UNL faculty senate votes no confidence in chancellor.
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- For the first time in decades, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's faculty senate has cast a no-confidence vote against Chancellor Rodney Bennett, with a decisive 60-14 outcome. Bennett, who assumed his role on July 1, 2023, has finalized a $27.5 million budget cut, prompting significant concern among faculty members. L.J. McElravy expressed that the budget process alone was enough to erode confidence in Bennett. "Specifically, we’ve known about this budget crisis for an extended period of time, and yet we still had a very short timeline, one that the ADC criticized. There was a lack of collaboration even though we knew that this budget deficit was moving for years, and the ADC noted it lacked the opportunity for creativity and collective intelligence," McElravy said.
The budget cuts are expected to result in dozens of faculty job losses and numerous program reductions. Faculty members have also voiced skepticism about Bennett's overall leadership. Elizabeth Lewis, who ...
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- UNK Volleyball Wins the 2025 MIAA Tourney, Will Host NCAA Regionals in December
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Press release courtesy of UNK Athletics:
The third-ranked Nebraska Kearney volleyball team served up a season-high 11 aces and hit .316 to sweep seventh-ranked Washburn (-14, -22, -15) Saturday night in the MIAA Tournament finals in St. Joseph, Mo.
The top-seeded Lopers (29-3) earn the MIAA's automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament and will host the Central Regional December 4-6 at the Health & Sports Center. That'll be made official on Monday at 6:30 p.m. (ncaa.com).
To secure the program's sixth MIAA tourney title and first since 2019, UNK rolled from the beginning. They scored the first six points and never looked back while trailing only three times all night.
"The losses to Emporia and Washburn on back-to-back nights were a turning point in the season. We just continued to get better, found another gear, and had a great tournament. Played clean and confident this weekend," said UNK head coach Rick Squiers on the KRVN Radio Post-Game...
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- Omaha Tribe of Nebraska's Cannabis Commission meets.
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- 1:08:58
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Omaha Tribe of Nebraska's Cannabis Commission meets.
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- Huskers Volleyball Rolls Into LA Trip With Three Big Ten Weekly Honors
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Unbeaten and unanimously ranked No. 1, the Nebraska volleyball team continues to roll. The Huskers sit at 24-0 as they prepare for a West Coast road trip to UCLA and No. 17 USC this weekend.
Nebraska swept the Big Ten’s weekly awards after another dominant stretch. Libero Laney Choboy was named Defensive Player of the Week, setter Bergen Reilly earned Setter of the Week for the second straight week, and middle blocker Andi Jackson was selected Co-Player of the Week.
Jackson posted an NCAA-leading .733 hitting percentage across sweeps of Illinois and No. 22 Minnesota, including a perfect 9-for-9 performance against the Illini. Reilly averaged 12.33 assists per set and helped guide the Huskers to hitting percentages of .488 and .434, extending their streak of matches over .300 to 15. Choboy averaged 5.83 digs per set and recorded a career-high 20 digs against Illinois.
Head coach Dani Busboom Kelly said the growth of Nebraska’s setters and middl...
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- Dani Busboom Kelly Pre-Trip Breakdown: Nebraska Readies for USC and UCLA, Speaks on Hitting Success
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- 8:58
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Dani Busboom Kelly previews Nebraska’s road trip to Los Angeles, detailing the challenges USC and UCLA present and why both teams are trending upward. She discusses the decision to leave early, adjusting to California conditions, and squeezing in time to enjoy LA.
DBK also dives into the Huskers’ growth: improved confidence from the middle blockers, Bergen Reilly’s consistency in setting, digging, and blocking, and how Campbell’s risk-taking has pushed Bergen forward. She highlights Andi’s steady mindset, Laney’s competitiveness, and the impact of out-of-system reps with Virginia.
She closes with a nod to her high school winning a state title.
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#HuskerVB #GBR #NebraskaVolleyball #bergenreilly #rebekahallick #HuskerSports #danibussboomkelly
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- Harper Murray & Taylor Landfair on Big Ten Dominance, California Tests, and Bergen Reilly’s Growth
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- 12:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Nebraska’s Harper Murray and Taylor Landfair break down the Huskers’ undefeated run in Big Ten play and what awaits them on the road against USC and UCLA.
Harper talks about California’s unique style of play, adjusting to long rallies, and the confidence Dani Busboom Kelly gives the outsides to stay aggressive. She also touches on watching Norris, future Husker Mal, and the excitement of signing day.
Taylor shares how Bergen Reilly has evolved as a setter, how player feedback builds trust, and why versatility, footwork, and creativity at the pin are elevating the offense. Both highlight Andi’s impact in the gym and the improving connection with the middles.
A candid look at mindset, growth, and what’s driving the Huskers forward.
#HuskerVB #GBR #NebraskaVolleyball #DaniBussboomKelly #HuskerSports
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- Nebraska Enters Bye Week Riding Momentum Behind Big Ten Honorees QB TJ Lateef and RB Emmett Johnson
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Nebraska heads into its final bye week of the season on an upswing after securing its seventh win with a UCLA victory, matching last year’s total.
During his weekly press conference, head coach Matt Rhule praised two standout performers: true freshman quarterback T.J. Lateef and junior running back Emmett Johnson, whom he labeled a Heisman Trophy candidate.
Lateef, just the fifth true freshman to start at quarterback for Nebraska, impressed in his first career start. The Los Angeles native completed 13 of 15 passes for three touchdowns and opened the game with 11 straight completions at the Rose Bowl. Rhule called the performance “masterful,” adding that the team fed off Lateef’s energy and composure. He also credited Nebraska fans for the strong showing on the road, calling their support “spectacular.”
Johnson delivered one of the most historic outings ever by a Nebraska running back. He finished with 129 rushing yards and 103 receivi...
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- Matt Rhule Press Conference: Emmett for Heisman? TJ Shines, Huskers Hit Bye Week, Recruiting Update
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- 33:02
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule met with the media after the Huskers’ road win over UCLA and the start of the bye week. Rhule praised the fan turnout at the Rose Bowl, highlighted multiple No. 1 Husker programs across campus, and reflected on a milestone victory — Nebraska’s first time with three road wins since 2014 and a chance for four for the first time since 2010.
Rhule spoke at length about true freshman quarterback TJ, calling his performance “masterful” and noting how ready he’s been since arriving in the spring. He also continued to campaign for Emmett Johnson, saying he deserves more national attention, has dominated in the toughest moments, and should be in the Heisman conversation. Rhule emphasized the importance of blocking from wide receivers and the development of the offensive line despite turnover and injuries.
He discussed the team’s consistency on defense, including the fact Nebraska still hasn’t allowed 400 yards in a game th...
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- Governor Pillen and attorney general Hilgers join forces to sign executive order.
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- 31:55
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Governor Pillen and attorney general Hilgers join forces to sign executive order.
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- Hastings St. Cecilia Wins First Softball State Title
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Hastings St. Cecilia captured its first state softball championship in school history, walking off No. 6 seed Central City in the bottom of the seventh to win the NSAA Class C title.
The top-seeded Bluehawks led most of the game before the Bison rallied in the top of the seventh to take a brief lead. But St. Cecilia stayed composed, setting the stage for Maddison Bauer, who delivered the game-winning hit.
“I can’t lie, I was a little nervous, but I knew we were going to pull through,” Bauer said. “I knew I had to hit it because I didn’t want to let down my team. I love everyone so much, and they’ve always been there for me.”
The championship marked a milestone for the program and the school.
“We made history,” senior pitcher Audrey Rossow, who earned the win, said. “We’ve never had a state championship for softball, so we’ll always be up there. It means so much right now.”
Head coach Matt Rossow ...
- Title
- Unbeaten Huskers Volleyball Stay Grounded as Big Ten Grind Continues
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska is deep into the dog days of the season, and middle blocker Andi Jackson says the grind is real. But despite the schedule, the Huskers remain perfect. Nebraska sits at 22-0 overall and 12-0 in Big Ten play, the lone unbeaten team left in Division I volleyball and a unanimous No. 1 in this week’s national polls.
Head coach Dani Busboom Kelly said she isn’t letting her team get comfortable.
“We’ve been focused on getting better here and there, competing with each other,” Busboom Kelly said. “Our players understand how thin the line is this year. There are players all over the country who can take over matches and get hot, and you can find yourself in a tough situation really quick in our sport.”
Nebraska survived close opening sets at a ranked Wisconsin and at home against Oregon before pulling away. Jackson said the team knew their first-set defense wasn’t up to standard but responded the right way.
“Everyone...
- Title
- Nebraska Volleyball: Dani Busboom Kelly Breaks Down Passing, Offense, and Illinois/Minnesota Prep
- Runtime
- 9:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska head coach Dani Busboom Kelly meets with the media to discuss the Huskers’ upcoming matches and where the team is trending. She says she isn’t concerned about passing, noting the team is putting up strong numbers and that the criticism is mostly nitpicking. She highlights Bergen’s strong play, the historic offensive numbers the team is producing, and the mindset of taking things point by point instead of overanalyzing individual moments.
Dani talks about the consistency of hitting .300 as a team and how impressive it is to do it night after night with a balanced offense. She credits Bergen for blocking well, sticking to game plans, and making adjustments even when those plans change from match to match. She also expands on her coaching philosophy and how the team continues to grow with clean play and high-level execution.
Looking ahead, Dani says Illinois is off to a great start and points out their setter, who she played against in her Louisvil...
- Title
- Andi Jackson & Virginia Adriano Break Down Huskers Adjustments, Atmospheres, and Big Ten Play
- Runtime
- 14:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska volleyball players Andi Jackson and Virginia Adriano talk with the media ahead of matchups with Illinois and Minnesota. Andi explains how the season feels long with so many upsets and how the level of play keeps rising. She says the team made strong adjustments after a slow first-set defensive start and felt connected on the court. Andi also talks about how Dani Busboom Kelly keeps the team grounded by celebrating daily wins while still focusing on long-term goals. She adds that having women’s volleyball featured on major platforms is huge for the sport.
Virginia discusses how the Big Ten season feels more intense than Italy, but the two-match-per-week rhythm helps keep things smooth. She shares what it was like playing at Wisconsin, how she handled a slow start there, and how getting to know her teammates has helped build trust on the court. She also talks about international players becoming more common in college volleyball and how unique it is to experience ...
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- Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission.
- Runtime
- 2:05:45
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission meets on Nov. 3, 2025 to discuss next steps in selecting cultivators.
- Title
- Bergen Reilly and Rebekah Allick Collect Big Ten Weekly Honors
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Lincoln, NEB — Press Release from Nebraska Athletics-
Nebraska volleyball's Bergen Reilly and Rebekah Allick earned Big Ten weekly conference awards on Monday. Reilly was named Big Ten Co-Setter of the Week, while Allick was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.
Reilly earned her 12th career Big Ten Setter of the Week accolade and third of the season. Allick was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week for the fourth time in her career and second time this season.
Reilly set the Huskers to another outstanding weekend of offensive performances. The Huskers hit a combined .372 in sweeps at No. 11 Wisconsin and vs. Oregon with Reilly averaging 10.67 assists per set and 2.17 digs per set. She also recorded five kills and five blocks.
At Wisconsin, Reilly had 38 assists, eight digs, four blocks and three kills as the Huskers hit .349 against the second-best defensive team in the Big Ten. It was the highest hitting percentage allo...
- Title
- Nebraska Men's and Women's Basketball Win Their First Games of the Regular Season
- Runtime
- 2:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- See the Huskers ' Men's and Women's team play their first games, plus hear from the coaches on their thoughts.
#cornhuskers #huskers #huskerswbb #nebraska #nebraskabasketball #ncaawbb
- Title
- Huskers Turn to True Freshman QB TJ Lateef after Dylan Raiola Injury Ahead of UCLA Matchup
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska will have to find a way to avoid back-to-back losses without its starting quarterback.
Head coach Matt Rhule confirmed Monday that sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola is out for the season with a broken fibula. Raiola, who started 22 straight games in his Nebraska career, will undergo surgery this week.
“It’s not like it’s a ‘battle your way through it’ type deal,” Rhule said. “He’s going to have a chance for once to sit there and watch and learn. I know he’ll be involved in game planning and ideas, and he’ll rally around TJ.”
Raiola finishes the season with 2,000 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and six interceptions through nine games.
True freshman TJ Lateef will step in as Nebraska’s new starting quarterback. Lateef saw limited action in blowout wins earlier this season against Akron and Houston Christian.
“He’s really smart, always on time, knows the progressions, knows the checks —...
- Title
- Coach Rhule Speaking on QB Dylan Raiola's Season Ending Injury
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule confirmed Monday that sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola will miss the remainder of the 2025 season with a broken right fibula.
Raiola suffered the injury during the third quarter of Saturday's loss to USC 21-17.
The sophomore quarterback completed 72.4% of his passes, throwing for 2,000 yards and 18 touchdowns.
#nebraskafootball #cornhuskers #huskers #gobigred #dylanraiola #mattrhule
- Title
- Huskers Playoff Hopes go Dark with Loss to USC on Blackout Night
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- On a blackout night at Memorial Stadium, the 409th consecutive sellout in Lincoln, Nebraska’s College Football Playoff hopes went dark. The Huskers’ chances are basically 0% now after losing their third game of the year, a 21-17 loss to No. 23 USC. Nebraska is now 0-29 against AP Top 25 teams since 2016.
“This is a very bitter pill for us to swallow,” head coach Matt Rhule said. “We had a lot of opportunities to win the football game. I don’t think anyone’s held them to 21 points very often. They’re explosive and we had some really good, valiant moments, but we lost the game, so we’ll have to get better.”
The Huskers led 14-6 at halftime, but their offense went quiet after quarterback Dylan Raiola left with a right ankle injury early in the second half. He didn’t return, and Nebraska scored just three points the rest of the way.
“I don’t think you can put a guy out there who can’t defend and protect himself,” Rhule sa...
- Title
- Nebraska Volleyball Sweeps Oregon to Stay Only Undefeated Team in D1 NCAAVB
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska Volleyball Sweeps Oregon to Stay Only Undefeated Team in D1 NCAAVB Lincoln, NEB — Press Release Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics-
The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team fought past Oregon for a 25-21, 25-20, 25-12 victory on Sunday in front of a crowd of 8,495 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.
Nebraska hit .405 and held Oregon to .162, as the Huskers improved to 22-0 (12-0 Big Ten). The Huskers have won 40 sets in a row and have swept 13 matches in a row.
Taylor Landfair led all players with 10 kills and hit .400. Harper Murray added nine kills (.391) and nine digs, and Virginia Adriano had eight kills (.500) and three blocks. Rebekah Allick and Andi Jackson each had five kills with five and three blocks, respectively.
Bergen Reilly dished out 26 assists with five digs. Laney Choboy had five digs and six assists, and Olivia Mauch had five digs and three assists. Teraya Sigler also had five digs.
Ne...
- Title
- Nebraska Loses to No.23 USC in One Score Game as QB Dylan Raiola Leaves with Injury
- Runtime
- 5:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Nebraska loses to No. 23 USC. Press release from Nebraska Athletics.
Emmett Johnson carried 29 times for 165 yards and a touchdown on his way to crossing the 1,000-yard mark for the season and the 2,000-yard plateau for his career, but it was not enough to prevent Nebraska from suffering a 21-17 setback to No. 23 USC on Saturday night at Memorial Stadium.
Nebraska slipped to 6-3 overall and 3-3 in the Big Ten, while USC improved to 6-2 and 4-1 in the conference, despite the Blackshirts holding the nation's No. 1 overall offense and No. 1 passing offense nearly 200 yards under their season averages.
The Huskers played a strong first half in all phases, as the Blackshirts kept the high-power Trojan offense out of the end zone, while Johnson and quarterback Dylan Raiola helped the Big Red offense to a pair of touchdown drives.
Nebraska closed the first half with momentum, taking a 14-6 lead to halftime after a 10-yard Johnson touchdown r...
- Title
- NTV Sports Extra: NSAA Football Playoffs Oct 31st
- Runtime
- 8:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
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- Nebraska Prepares for Prime-time Showdown with No. 23 USC as Rhule Signs Contract Extension
- Runtime
- 2:17
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The biggest news in college football on Thursday came out of Lincoln, where Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule signed a contract extension to remain with the Cornhuskers through 2032.
After finalizing the deal, Rhule quickly shifted focus to Saturday’s showdown against No. 23 USC at Memorial Stadium. The Huskers are looking to end a lengthy drought — they’re 0–28 against AP Top 25 teams since 2016.
“We’re playing a team this week coming off a bye, so you know you’re a little banged up, they’re fresh,” Rhule said. “You better be dialed in — and they’ve been dialed in all week.”
Rhule’s extension, which he called a move about “stability,” sends a clear message of commitment to fans, players, and recruits.
“I want to give this team everything I have and not be distracted with anything else,” Rhule said. “When they were able to get it done, we were able to get it done.”
Nebraska enters the ...
- Title
- Nebraska Football Head Coach Matt Rhule Signs Contract Extension
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Stability is the theme in Lincoln as Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule has signed a contract extension that keeps him with the Cornhuskers through 2032.
Rhule, who originally signed a deal through 2030, said earlier this year that he wanted to stay in Lincoln — and made good on that statement by putting pen to paper.
“I’m very, very grateful to Troy Dannen, to UNL President Gold, to the board for their confidence in me and our staff,” Rhule said. “Very grateful to my wife and kids who allowed me to do this job and moved here. I’m very grateful to the fan base, the city of Lincoln, and the state of Nebraska. This has become our home.”
Rhule added that the new deal is about stability and long-term success, not just for himself but for the program.
“Hopefully it sends a message to recruits and players that this is the place to be — and we want to be here,” Rhule said. “I love this team and I love where we’re headed....
