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Former Nebraska All-American libero Lexi Rodriguez is one of 14 players on the U.S. Women's National Team roster for week two of the Volleyball Nations League this week.&nbsp;

Rodriguez is making her VNL debut, though she competed for the senior national team at the 2024 Pan American Cup.&nbsp;

The VNL brings together the world’s top 18 teams for three action-packed weeks of preliminary play, with each team competing in four matches per week. Only the top eight teams will earn a spot in the Final Round, where a VNL title will be on the line.

The U.S. went 1-3 in the first week of competition and sits in 13th place. They begin week two against Serbia on Wednesday at 1 p.m. (CT).&nbsp;

The U.S. Women are the reigning Olympic silver medalists and ranked No. 3 in the world. They have won the VNL three times (2018, 2019, 2021) since its inception in 2018. In 2024, they lost in the quarterfinals to eventual Olympic champion Italy.

U.S. Women’s Week Two Roster for 2025 VNL

No. Name (Pos., Ht., Hometown, College, USAV Region)6&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/morgan-hentz/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi1LYq6z1Q$">Morgan Hentz</a>&nbsp;(L, 5-9, Lakeside Park, Ky., Stanford Univ., Pioneer)

7&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/lexi-rodriguez/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3xWcSrFg$">Lexi Rodriguez</a>&nbsp;(L, 5-5, Sterling, Ill., Univ. of Nebraska, Great Lakes)

8&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/brionne-butler/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0zoWmMDA$">Brionne Butler</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-4, Kendleton, Texas, Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)

9&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://texassports.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/madisen-skinner/13357__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2LxtllWQ$">Madisen Skinner</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-2, Katy, Texas, Univ. of Kentucky and Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)

13&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lovb.com/athletes/amber-igiede__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2ThEOkGw$">Amber Igiede</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-3, Baton Rouge, La., Univ. of Hawaii, Delta)

16&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://uwbadgers.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/dana-rettke/9803__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi04MEwbQQ$">Dana Rettke</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-8, Riverside, Ill., Univ. of Wisconsin, Great Lakes)21&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/roni-jones-perry/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi1x5ipcAg$">Roni Jones-Perry</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-0, West Jordan, Utah, BYU, Intermountain)

22&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://uwbadgers.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/sarah-franklin/13117__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2XBlmN2Q$">Sarah Franklin</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-4, Lake Worth, Fla., Univ. of Wisconsin, Florida)

24&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/olivia-babcock/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0wFwGv2Q$">Olivia Babcock</a>&nbsp;(Opp, 6-4, Los Angeles, Calif., Pitt, Southern California)

27&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://gohuskies.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/ella-may-powell/14505__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi28py6KTw$">Ella Powell</a>&nbsp;(S, 6-0, Fayetteville, Ark., Univ. of Washington, Delta)

28&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/logan-lednicky/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3cjADTEw$">Logan Lednicky</a>&nbsp;(Opp, 6-3, Sugar Land, Texas, Univ. of Texas A&amp;M, Lone Star)

29&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/molly-mccage/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2Tk7U9Yw$">Molly McCage</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-3, Spring, Texas, Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)

32&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/saige-kaahaaina-torres/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3LNir4hA$">Saige Ka’aha’aina-Torres</a>&nbsp;(S, Honolulu, Hawaii, Univ. of Texas, Aloha)

33&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/logan-eggleston/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0Xms3c_w$">Logan Eggleston</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-2, Brentwood, Tenn., Univ. of Texas, Southern)

15&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/rachel-fairbanks/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi29RTXiBA$">Rachel Fairbanks</a>&nbsp;(S, 6-0, Tustin, Calif., Pitt, Southern California)

Second Assistant Coach: Brandon Taliaferro

Second Assistant Coach: Tayyiba Haneef-Park

Team Doctors:&nbsp; William Briner, James Suchy, Chris Lee, Andrew Gregory

Physical Trainers: Shawn Hueglin, Shannon Boone

Mental Performance Coach: Andrea Becker, Katy Stanfill

Week 2 Schedule: Belgrade, Serbia (all times CDT)

Matches will be shown on VBTV, Big Ten Network and/or CBS Sports Network. Please check listings for BTN and CBSN.

June 18 at 1 p.m. vs. SerbiaJune 19 at 9:30 a.m. vs. PolandJune 21 at 9:30 a.m. vs. NetherlandsJune 22 at 9:30 a.m. vs. France

Week 1 Results: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

June 4 Italy def. USA, 3-0 (25-13, 25-13, 30-28)

June 5 Brazil def. USA, 3-0 (25-18, 25-17, 25-19)

June 6 Czechia def. USA, 3-2 (23-25, 20-25, 25-17, 25-20, 27-25)

June 8 USA def Korea, 3-0 (25-13, 28-26, 25-17)

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationFormer Nebraska All-American libero Lexi Rodriguez is one of 14 players on the U.S. Women's National Team roster for week two of the Volleyball Nations League this week.&nbsp;Rodriguez is making her VNL debut, though she competed for the senior national team at the 2024 Pan American Cup.&nbsp;The VNL brings together the world’s top 18 teams for three action-packed weeks of preliminary play, with each team competing in four matches per week. Only the top eight teams will earn a spot in the Final Round, where a VNL title will be on the line.The U.S. went 1-3 in the first week of competition and sits in 13th place. They begin week two against Serbia on Wednesday at 1 p.m. (CT).&nbsp;The U.S. Women are the reigning Olympic silver medalists and ranked No. 3 in the world. They have won the VNL three times (2018, 2019, 2021) since its inception in 2018. In 2024, they lost in the quarterfinals to eventual Olympic champion Italy.U.S. Women’s Week Two Roster for 2025 VNLNo. Name (Pos., Ht., Hometown, College, USAV Region)6&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/morgan-hentz/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi1LYq6z1Q$">Morgan Hentz</a>&nbsp;(L, 5-9, Lakeside Park, Ky., Stanford Univ., Pioneer)7&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/lexi-rodriguez/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3xWcSrFg$">Lexi Rodriguez</a>&nbsp;(L, 5-5, Sterling, Ill., Univ. of Nebraska, Great Lakes)8&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/brionne-butler/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0zoWmMDA$">Brionne Butler</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-4, Kendleton, Texas, Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)9&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://texassports.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/madisen-skinner/13357__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2LxtllWQ$">Madisen Skinner</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-2, Katy, Texas, Univ. of Kentucky and Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)13&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lovb.com/athletes/amber-igiede__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2ThEOkGw$">Amber Igiede</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-3, Baton Rouge, La., Univ. of Hawaii, Delta)16&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://uwbadgers.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/dana-rettke/9803__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi04MEwbQQ$">Dana Rettke</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-8, Riverside, Ill., Univ. of Wisconsin, Great Lakes)21&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/roni-jones-perry/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi1x5ipcAg$">Roni Jones-Perry</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-0, West Jordan, Utah, BYU, Intermountain)22&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://uwbadgers.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/sarah-franklin/13117__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2XBlmN2Q$">Sarah Franklin</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-4, Lake Worth, Fla., Univ. of Wisconsin, Florida)24&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/olivia-babcock/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0wFwGv2Q$">Olivia Babcock</a>&nbsp;(Opp, 6-4, Los Angeles, Calif., Pitt, Southern California)27&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://gohuskies.com/sports/womens-volleyball/roster/ella-may-powell/14505__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi28py6KTw$">Ella Powell</a>&nbsp;(S, 6-0, Fayetteville, Ark., Univ. of Washington, Delta)28&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/logan-lednicky/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3cjADTEw$">Logan Lednicky</a>&nbsp;(Opp, 6-3, Sugar Land, Texas, Univ. of Texas A&amp;M, Lone Star)29&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/molly-mccage/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi2Tk7U9Yw$">Molly McCage</a>&nbsp;(MB, 6-3, Spring, Texas, Univ. of Texas, Lone Star)32&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/saige-kaahaaina-torres/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi3LNir4hA$">Saige Ka’aha’aina-Torres</a>&nbsp;(S, Honolulu, Hawaii, Univ. of Texas, Aloha)33&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/logan-eggleston/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi0Xms3c_w$">Logan Eggleston</a>&nbsp;(OH, 6-2, Brentwood, Tenn., Univ. of Texas, Southern)Reserve15&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://usavolleyball.org/athlete/rachel-fairbanks/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!FhxBo0vR9MDx8K7z3u72ynVxObolWC6NUSWGmnUedwoVADqxBBhcXIHhl2kVLr3bk9ODh4YwxaZsXDoYCTL-zi29RTXiBA$">Rachel Fairbanks</a>&nbsp;(S, 6-0, Tustin, Calif., Pitt, Southern California)CoachesHead Coach:&nbsp; Erik SullivanAssistant Coach: Mike WallSecond Assistant Coach: Brandon TaliaferroSecond Assistant Coach: Tayyiba Haneef-ParkSecond Assistant Coach: Joe TrinseyTeam Manager: Rob BrowningTeam Doctors:&nbsp; William Briner, James Suchy, Chris Lee, Andrew GregoryPhysiotherapist: Kara KessansPhysical Trainers: Shawn Hueglin, Shannon BooneMental Performance Coach: Andrea Becker, Katy StanfillPerformance Analyst:&nbsp;Virginia PhamWeek 2 Schedule: Belgrade, Serbia (all times CDT)Matches will be shown on VBTV, Big Ten Network and/or CBS Sports Network. Please check listings for BTN and CBSN.June 18 at 1 p.m. vs. SerbiaJune 19 at 9:30 a.m. vs. PolandJune 21 at 9:30 a.m. vs. NetherlandsJune 22 at 9:30 a.m. vs. FranceWeek 1 Results: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilJune 4 Italy def. USA, 3-0 (25-13, 25-13, 30-28)June 5 Brazil def. USA, 3-0 (25-18, 25-17, 25-19)June 6 Czechia def. USA, 3-2 (23-25, 20-25, 25-17, 25-20, 27-25)June 8 USA def Korea, 3-0 (25-13, 28-26, 25-17)

Rodriguez selected to U.S. National Team VNL roster

Story by NU Athletic Communications

The Nebraska softball team has added talented outfielder Hannah Coor to its roster for next season. Coor, who spent the previous four years at Oklahoma, will have one season of eligibility with the Cornhuskers.

A three-time national champion at Oklahoma, Coor played in 152 games with 25 starts in her Sooner career. She collected 31 hits in 111 at bats for a .279 career average with six doubles, three homers and 23 RBIs. Defensively, Coor was a standout outfielder with a 1.000 fielding percentage.

“We believe Hannah Coor is one of the best defenders in the country at her position. Offensively, she will add speed and power to our lineup,” head coach Rhonda Revelle said. “We are ecstatic that she said ‘yes’ to the Red Team. Her impact will be immediate and often, and we cannot wait to get this competitor in the scarlet and cream.”

Coor was primarily a pinch runner as a freshman in 2022. She scored 19 runs and had six stolen bases while drawing four walks in six plate appearances. In 2023, an injury limited Coor to just four games as she was awarded a medical hardship for the lost season. As a sophomore in 2024, Coor was one of four primary outfielders on an Oklahoma team that won its fourth straight national title. She started two games in 2024 and produced eight hits, including two doubles and one home run.

A native of Yorba Linda, California, Coor played in 45 games with 23 starts as a junior in 2025. She hit .329 with four doubles, two home runs and 15 RBIs. Coor made a big impact with her bat in Oklahoma’s three-game sweep of No. 15 Mississippi State, homering twice in the series. Defensively, Coor made numerous highlight plays throughout the season, including a momentum-shifting double play against Tennessee in the Women’s College World Series.

Coor is the second transfer to join Nebraska this summer along with former UNLV catcher Jesse Farrell. The Huskers lost only two starters from last season’s team which came within one victory of a trip to the Women’s College World Series and ended the year with a No. 13 national ranking.

Story by NU Athletic Communications<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750160205074.png" alt=" " />
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 </figure>The Nebraska softball team has added talented outfielder Hannah Coor to its roster for next season. Coor, who spent the previous four years at Oklahoma, will have one season of eligibility with the Cornhuskers.A three-time national champion at Oklahoma, Coor played in 152 games with 25 starts in her Sooner career. She collected 31 hits in 111 at bats for a .279 career average with six doubles, three homers and 23 RBIs. Defensively, Coor was a standout outfielder with a 1.000 fielding percentage.“We believe Hannah Coor is one of the best defenders in the country at her position. Offensively, she will add speed and power to our lineup,” head coach Rhonda Revelle said. “We are ecstatic that she said ‘yes’ to the Red Team. Her impact will be immediate and often, and we cannot wait to get this competitor in the scarlet and cream.”Coor was primarily a pinch runner as a freshman in 2022. She scored 19 runs and had six stolen bases while drawing four walks in six plate appearances. In 2023, an injury limited Coor to just four games as she was awarded a medical hardship for the lost season. As a sophomore in 2024, Coor was one of four primary outfielders on an Oklahoma team that won its fourth straight national title. She started two games in 2024 and produced eight hits, including two doubles and one home run.A native of Yorba Linda, California, Coor played in 45 games with 23 starts as a junior in 2025. She hit .329 with four doubles, two home runs and 15 RBIs. Coor made a big impact with her bat in Oklahoma’s three-game sweep of No. 15 Mississippi State, homering twice in the series. Defensively, Coor made numerous highlight plays throughout the season, including a momentum-shifting double play against Tennessee in the Women’s College World Series.Coor is the second transfer to join Nebraska this summer along with former UNLV catcher Jesse Farrell. The Huskers lost only two starters from last season’s team which came within one victory of a trip to the Women’s College World Series and ended the year with a No. 13 national ranking.

Hannah Coor joins Huskers for final season

American Legion Baseball - Chadron Vs. GPH Post 163

Registration is open for the annual St. Pat’s Irish Youth Football Camp. The camp will be held the mornings of July 9th and 10th at Knights of Columbus Field, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm both days. 

Students entering grades 1st through 6th from all area schools are welcome. Registration fee is $50 per camper, which includes a tee-shirt and lunch &amp; snacks on July 10th. 

This is an opportunity to learn football fundamentals from the Irish coaching staff and 2025 players. Deadline to register is June 30th. Registration forms are available at The Sports Shoppe, 1327 S. Cottonwood or online at: https://form.jotform.com/231343942823051

Story by NPCS Communications<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749748525477.png" alt=" " />
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 </figure>Registration is open for the annual St. Pat’s Irish Youth Football Camp. The camp will be held the mornings of July 9th and 10th at Knights of Columbus Field, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm both days. Students entering grades 1st through 6th from all area schools are welcome. Registration fee is $50 per camper, which includes a tee-shirt and lunch &amp; snacks on July 10th. This is an opportunity to learn football fundamentals from the Irish coaching staff and 2025 players. Deadline to register is June 30th. Registration forms are available at The Sports Shoppe, 1327 S. Cottonwood or online at: https://form.jotform.com/231343942823051

St. Pat’s Football program to host Youth Camp

The Nebraska softball team grabbed its first transfer portal addition on Monday, as former UNLV catcher Jesse Farrell joined the 2025-26 roster.&nbsp;

Farrell, a Henderson, Nev., native, played two years with the Rebels and was a NFCA All-West Region second-team selection as a freshman and a second-team All-Mountain West member as a sophomore. She was also one of 25 finalists for national freshman of the year in 2024.

Farrell played in 100 games and started 99 in her two seasons at UNLV. The catcher owns a .338 batting average in her career, including 26 doubles, three triples, 19 home runs, 72 runs scored and 74 RBIs on 100 hits. She has posted an OPS of 1.060 and has drawn 44 walks in two years. On the fielding side, Farrell has logged 221 putouts and 139 assists.&nbsp;

In 2025, Farrell amassed 39 runs, 48 hits and 28 RBIs on a .318 batting average. She added eight home runs, 14 doubles and two triples, along with 23 walks. As a catcher, she owns a .964 career fielding percentage and has thrown out 35 percent of base stealers.

Prior to UNLV, Farrell helped Liberty High School to the state tournament and played club ball for the Corona Angels.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe Nebraska softball team grabbed its first transfer portal addition on Monday, as former UNLV catcher Jesse Farrell joined the 2025-26 roster.&nbsp;Farrell, a Henderson, Nev., native, played two years with the Rebels and was a NFCA All-West Region second-team selection as a freshman and a second-team All-Mountain West member as a sophomore. She was also one of 25 finalists for national freshman of the year in 2024.Farrell played in 100 games and started 99 in her two seasons at UNLV. The catcher owns a .338 batting average in her career, including 26 doubles, three triples, 19 home runs, 72 runs scored and 74 RBIs on 100 hits. She has posted an OPS of 1.060 and has drawn 44 walks in two years. On the fielding side, Farrell has logged 221 putouts and 139 assists.&nbsp;In 2025, Farrell amassed 39 runs, 48 hits and 28 RBIs on a .318 batting average. She added eight home runs, 14 doubles and two triples, along with 23 walks. As a catcher, she owns a .964 career fielding percentage and has thrown out 35 percent of base stealers.Prior to UNLV, Farrell helped Liberty High School to the state tournament and played club ball for the Corona Angels.

Huskers ink Catcher Jesse Farrell

One of the top young golfers at Illinois State as a freshman in 2024-25, Jessica Jolly announced her decision to follow former Redbird Head Coach Breanne Hall to Nebraska on Monday, June 9.

"I am excited to welcome Jessica Jolly to the Husker Golf family," Hall said. "Jessica had an impressive freshman year and has proven herself as a dedicated, resilient and driven student-athlete. Her commitment to improvement and her love for the game make her an incredible addition to our program. I'm looking forward to watching her grow and thrive over the next three years at the University of Nebraska."

Jolly, a native of Rockford, Michigan, competed in all 33 team rounds for the Missouri Valley Conference champions at Illinois State a year ago. She earned four top-10 individual finishes on her way to a spot on the All-Missouri Valley Conference team. She finished with a 75.36 stroke average on the season, including a season-best 69 in the second round of the Sea Best Intercollegiate (Jan. 27). She added six rounds of 70 and a round of 71 during the season.

Jolly opened her collegiate career by tying for fourth individually at Illinois State's season-opening Redbird Invitational at the Weibring Golf Club in Normal, Ill. (Sept. 8-9). Jolly fired a 215 (-1) with rounds of 73, 70 and 72 on the 6,093-yard layout.

She added her second top-10 finish by tying for ninth with a career-best 210 (-6) in The Clash at Boulder Creek in Boulder City, Nev. (Oct. 20-22). Jolly posted three consecutive rounds of 70 (-2) on a 6,334-yard layout at the Boulder Creek Golf Club to lead the Redbirds.

Jolly opened the spring with a tie for ninth at 216 (-1) at the Sea Best Intercollegiate in Jacksonville, Fla. (Jan. 27-28). Her effort included a career-best 69 (-3) in the second round on a 6,084-yard layout at the San Jose Country Club.

She earned her third consecutive top-10 finish and fourth of the season with a tie for eighth with a 218 (+2) at the Columbia Classic in Viera, Fla. (Feb. 8-9). She carded rounds of 70 (-2) around a second-round 78 on a 6,293-yard layout at the Duran Golf Club.

Jolly produced her fifth top-20 finish of the year by tying for 17th with a 228 (+12) at the Missouri Valley Conference Championship at the Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo, Iowa (April 13-15). Her opening-round 72 counted toward Illinois State's title-winning team score to help the Redbirds advance to NCAA Regional play.

She capped her freshman campaign by tying for 62nd with a 237 (+21) at the NCAA Columbus Regional (May 5-7). Jolly's final-round 75 (+3) led the Redbirds on the final day of regional competition. She opened with a 77 (+5), before battling her way to an 85 in a rain-soaked second round at the Scarlet Course.

A four-time all-state selection during her four years at Rockford High School in Michigan, Jolly was also a first-team All-State Super Team member in 2022 and 2023. She tied a course record at the 2022 MHSAA Regionals with an eight-under 64. She also set a course record at Pigeon Creek with a six-under 29 over nine holes during a conference match.

Jolly made the cut and advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2023 Michigan Women's Amateur and was the 2023 Golf Association of Michigan Junior Kickoff Champion. During the summer, she qualified for the 2023 U.S. Girls Junior Championship. She tied for seventh during the stroke play portion of the 2023 Women's Western Junior, and advanced to the final 16 during the match-play portion of the event.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsOne of the top young golfers at Illinois State as a freshman in 2024-25, Jessica Jolly announced her decision to follow former Redbird Head Coach Breanne Hall to Nebraska on Monday, June 9."I am excited to welcome Jessica Jolly to the Husker Golf family," Hall said. "Jessica had an impressive freshman year and has proven herself as a dedicated, resilient and driven student-athlete. Her commitment to improvement and her love for the game make her an incredible addition to our program. I'm looking forward to watching her grow and thrive over the next three years at the University of Nebraska."Jolly, a native of Rockford, Michigan, competed in all 33 team rounds for the Missouri Valley Conference champions at Illinois State a year ago. She earned four top-10 individual finishes on her way to a spot on the All-Missouri Valley Conference team. She finished with a 75.36 stroke average on the season, including a season-best 69 in the second round of the Sea Best Intercollegiate (Jan. 27). She added six rounds of 70 and a round of 71 during the season.Jolly opened her collegiate career by tying for fourth individually at Illinois State's season-opening Redbird Invitational at the Weibring Golf Club in Normal, Ill. (Sept. 8-9). Jolly fired a 215 (-1) with rounds of 73, 70 and 72 on the 6,093-yard layout.She added her second top-10 finish by tying for ninth with a career-best 210 (-6) in The Clash at Boulder Creek in Boulder City, Nev. (Oct. 20-22). Jolly posted three consecutive rounds of 70 (-2) on a 6,334-yard layout at the Boulder Creek Golf Club to lead the Redbirds.Jolly opened the spring with a tie for ninth at 216 (-1) at the Sea Best Intercollegiate in Jacksonville, Fla. (Jan. 27-28). Her effort included a career-best 69 (-3) in the second round on a 6,084-yard layout at the San Jose Country Club.She earned her third consecutive top-10 finish and fourth of the season with a tie for eighth with a 218 (+2) at the Columbia Classic in Viera, Fla. (Feb. 8-9). She carded rounds of 70 (-2) around a second-round 78 on a 6,293-yard layout at the Duran Golf Club.Jolly produced her fifth top-20 finish of the year by tying for 17th with a 228 (+12) at the Missouri Valley Conference Championship at the Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo, Iowa (April 13-15). Her opening-round 72 counted toward Illinois State's title-winning team score to help the Redbirds advance to NCAA Regional play.She capped her freshman campaign by tying for 62nd with a 237 (+21) at the NCAA Columbus Regional (May 5-7). Jolly's final-round 75 (+3) led the Redbirds on the final day of regional competition. She opened with a 77 (+5), before battling her way to an 85 in a rain-soaked second round at the Scarlet Course.A four-time all-state selection during her four years at Rockford High School in Michigan, Jolly was also a first-team All-State Super Team member in 2022 and 2023. She tied a course record at the 2022 MHSAA Regionals with an eight-under 64. She also set a course record at Pigeon Creek with a six-under 29 over nine holes during a conference match.Jolly made the cut and advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2023 Michigan Women's Amateur and was the 2023 Golf Association of Michigan Junior Kickoff Champion. During the summer, she qualified for the 2023 U.S. Girls Junior Championship. She tied for seventh during the stroke play portion of the 2023 Women's Western Junior, and advanced to the final 16 during the match-play portion of the event.

Jolly joins Husker Women's Golf Program

Nebraska softball incoming freshman Alexis Jensen was tabbed the Nebraska Gatorade Player of the Year for the second consecutive year.&nbsp;

Jensen helped lead Gretna High School to an undefeated record and a 2024 Class A State Championship. Jensen was a member of the Nebraska All-State team in 2023 and 2024, along with being named a three-time Omaha World-Herald All-Nebraska selection and two-time captain. Jensen joined Peaches James, Molly Hill, Ashley Hagemann and Jordyn Bahl as the fifth Husker to be a two-time All-Nebraska captain. Over the course of her career, Jensen was part of Gretna’s 2024 state championship team and three district title teams.

In 2024, Jensen posted a 0.29 ERA and a 20-0 record, while striking out 234 batters and allowing only 10 walks. As a hitter, she owned a batting average of .549 and notched 10 home runs and 47 RBIs.&nbsp;

Jensen holds four program records at Gretna, with a career batting average of .445, 83 career wins, 959 strikeouts and a 1.30 ERA. She also amassed 28 home runs and 124 RBIs during her time with the Dragons.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska softball incoming freshman Alexis Jensen was tabbed the Nebraska Gatorade Player of the Year for the second consecutive year.&nbsp;Jensen helped lead Gretna High School to an undefeated record and a 2024 Class A State Championship. Jensen was a member of the Nebraska All-State team in 2023 and 2024, along with being named a three-time Omaha World-Herald All-Nebraska selection and two-time captain. Jensen joined Peaches James, Molly Hill, Ashley Hagemann and Jordyn Bahl as the fifth Husker to be a two-time All-Nebraska captain. Over the course of her career, Jensen was part of Gretna’s 2024 state championship team and three district title teams.In 2024, Jensen posted a 0.29 ERA and a 20-0 record, while striking out 234 batters and allowing only 10 walks. As a hitter, she owned a batting average of .549 and notched 10 home runs and 47 RBIs.&nbsp;Jensen holds four program records at Gretna, with a career batting average of .445, 83 career wins, 959 strikeouts and a 1.30 ERA. She also amassed 28 home runs and 124 RBIs during her time with the Dragons.

Jensen named Nebraska Gatorade Player of the Year

The Nebraska softball team revealed its 2026 Big Ten and tournament schedule on Tuesday, which includes four tournaments, four home conference series and four road conference series.

The Huskers open the season at the UTSA Invitational in San Antonio, Texas on Feb. 6-8 before traveling to Clearwater, Fla., for the ESPN Clearwater Invitational on Feb. 12-15. That tournament also features Texas Tech, Tennessee and UCLA, all of whom made the 2025 Women’s College World Series.&nbsp;

The Big Red will then take part in the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic from Feb. 19-22 and will host its home tournament at Bowlin Stadium on March 13-15.&nbsp;

NU has a week-one bye and will open the Big Ten season with a home series against Michigan the weekend of March 13. The Huskers will then travel to East Lansing, Mich., for a series at Michigan State the weekend of March 20.&nbsp;

The Big Red will host UCLA the weekend of March 27 before welcoming Rutgers for another home series the weekend of April 3.&nbsp;

Nebraska travels to Wisconsin and Minnesota for two straight road series the weekends of April 10 and April 17.

The Huskers host Iowa for their final home series the weekend of April 24 and will close out the regular season with a series at Penn State the weekend of May 1.&nbsp;

NU will look to continue the momentum from last season. In 2025, the Big Red went 43-15 (.741) for their best winning percentage since 2006 and reached the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time since 2014.&nbsp;

Feb. 12-15 - at ESPN Clearwater Invitational

Feb. 19-22 - at Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsThe Nebraska softball team revealed its 2026 Big Ten and tournament schedule on Tuesday, which includes four tournaments, four home conference series and four road conference series.The Huskers open the season at the UTSA Invitational in San Antonio, Texas on Feb. 6-8 before traveling to Clearwater, Fla., for the ESPN Clearwater Invitational on Feb. 12-15. That tournament also features Texas Tech, Tennessee and UCLA, all of whom made the 2025 Women’s College World Series.&nbsp;The Big Red will then take part in the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic from Feb. 19-22 and will host its home tournament at Bowlin Stadium on March 13-15.&nbsp;NU has a week-one bye and will open the Big Ten season with a home series against Michigan the weekend of March 13. The Huskers will then travel to East Lansing, Mich., for a series at Michigan State the weekend of March 20.&nbsp;The Big Red will host UCLA the weekend of March 27 before welcoming Rutgers for another home series the weekend of April 3.&nbsp;Nebraska travels to Wisconsin and Minnesota for two straight road series the weekends of April 10 and April 17.The Huskers host Iowa for their final home series the weekend of April 24 and will close out the regular season with a series at Penn State the weekend of May 1.&nbsp;NU will look to continue the momentum from last season. In 2025, the Big Red went 43-15 (.741) for their best winning percentage since 2006 and reached the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time since 2014.&nbsp;Nebraska Softball 2026 ScheduleFeb. 6-8 - at UTSA InvitationalFeb. 12-15 - at ESPN Clearwater InvitationalFeb. 19-22 - at Mary Nutter Collegiate ClassicFeb. 27-March 1 - TBDMarch 6-8 - Home TournamentMarch 13-15 - MichiganMarch 20-22 - at Michigan StateMarch 27-29 - UCLAApril 3-5 - RutgersApril 10-12 - at WisconsinApril 17-19 - at MinnesotaApril 24-26 - IowaMay 1-3 - at Penn State

Huskers unveil 2026 Tournament, Big Ten slate

Nebraska track and field opened the NCAA Outdoor Championships on Wednesday in Eugene, Ore., at Hayward Field with four athletes earning All-America honors.&nbsp;

Javelin school-record holder Keyshawn Strachan garnered his second-career first team honor tonight, placing fifth with a distance of 76.44m (250-9). Arthur Petersen joined him in the top eight of the javelin, throwing 75.50m (247-8), and claiming his second first-team recognition and fourth all-america honor overall. Dash Sirmon rounded out the group, finishing 14th (69.17m, 226-11) and becoming a three-time all-american.&nbsp;

In the shot put, Maxwell Otterdahl continued his impressive postseason performance, earning his sixth all-america honor overall and fourth in this event, throwing 18.55m (60-10 ½) for 19th.&nbsp;

Till Steinforth competed in the first round of the decathlon, sitting in 21st place with 3330 points. He placed third in the long jump (7.38m, 24-2 ½) and fifth in both the 100m (10.72) and the shot put (14.68m, 48-2).&nbsp;

The women are set to start competition tomorrow with Berlyn Schutz leading off Nebraska’s action in the 1500m at 6:21 p.m. (CT). Field events will be streamed on ESPN+ throughout the evening, while running events can be watched on ESPN.&nbsp;

NCAA Outdoor Championship Results Day One

19. Maxwell Otterdahl - 18.55m (60-10 ½)&nbsp;

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska track and field opened the NCAA Outdoor Championships on Wednesday in Eugene, Ore., at Hayward Field with four athletes earning All-America honors.&nbsp;Javelin school-record holder Keyshawn Strachan garnered his second-career first team honor tonight, placing fifth with a distance of 76.44m (250-9). Arthur Petersen joined him in the top eight of the javelin, throwing 75.50m (247-8), and claiming his second first-team recognition and fourth all-america honor overall. Dash Sirmon rounded out the group, finishing 14th (69.17m, 226-11) and becoming a three-time all-american.&nbsp;In the shot put, Maxwell Otterdahl continued his impressive postseason performance, earning his sixth all-america honor overall and fourth in this event, throwing 18.55m (60-10 ½) for 19th.&nbsp;Till Steinforth competed in the first round of the decathlon, sitting in 21st place with 3330 points. He placed third in the long jump (7.38m, 24-2 ½) and fifth in both the 100m (10.72) and the shot put (14.68m, 48-2).&nbsp;The women are set to start competition tomorrow with Berlyn Schutz leading off Nebraska’s action in the 1500m at 6:21 p.m. (CT). Field events will be streamed on ESPN+ throughout the evening, while running events can be watched on ESPN.&nbsp;NCAA Outdoor Championship Results Day OneDecathlon21. Till Steinforth - 3330 pts.&nbsp;5. 100m - 10.723. Long Jump - 7.38m (24-2 ½)5. Shot Put - 14.68m (48-2)13. High Jump - 1.92m (6-3 ½)DNF: 400m&nbsp;Men’s Javelin5. Keyshawn Strachan - 76.44m (250-9)7. Arthur Petersen - 75.50m (247-8)14. Dash Sirmon - 69.17m (226-11)Men’s Shot Put19. Maxwell Otterdahl - 18.55m (60-10 ½)&nbsp;

 Huskers collect Four All-America honors on Wednesday 

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The nationally ranked Nebraska track and field teams will have 14 entries at the NCAA Outdoor Championships this Wednesday-Saturday at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore.&nbsp;

Entering the competition, the men are sixth and the women are 23rd in the USTFCCCA week 10 polls. The women lead the way in the javelin event, while the men sit atop both the javelin and high jump rankings.&nbsp;

NCAA Outdoor Championships Meet Information&nbsp;

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Each event will have a live stream on ESPN+. Television coverage for track events will be 6 p.m. (CT) on ESPN on Wednesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. (CT) on ESPN2 on Friday and 8 p.m. (CT) on ESPN2 on Saturday.

Nebraska NCAA Qualifiers (Event, PR, Scheduled Time of Competition)

Maxwell Otterdahl - Discus; 59.61m (195-7); 6:40 p.m. Friday

Maxwell Otterdahl - Shot Put; 19.18m (62-11 ¼); 8:10 p.m. Wednesday

Arthur Petersen - Javelin; 79.90m (262-2); 7:15 p.m. Wednesday

Dash Sirmon - Javelin; 80.86m (265-3); 7:15 p.m. Wednesday

Till Steinforth - Decathlon; 8,265 pts.; 2 p.m. Wednesday

Keyshawn Strachan - Javelin; 84.27m (276-6); 7:15 p.m. Wednesday

Desire Tonye-Nyemeck - High Jump; 2.17m (7-1 ½); 6:30 p.m. Friday

Tyus Wilson - High Jump; 2.29m (7-6); 6:30 p.m. Friday

Maddie Harris - Javelin; 59.12m (193-11); 7:15 p.m. Thursday

Kellyn Kortemeyer - Shot Put; 16.89m (55-5); 8:10 p.m. Thursday

 Kalynn Meyer - Shot Put; 17.96m (58-11 ¼); 8:10 p.m. Thursday&nbsp; 

Jenna Rogers - High Jump; 1.91m (6-3 ¼); 7:30 p.m. Saturday 

Eniko Sara - Javelin; 55.78m (183-0); 7:15 p.m. Thursday

Berlyn Schutz - 1500m; 4:11.01; 6:21 p.m. Thursday&nbsp;

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationThe nationally ranked Nebraska track and field teams will have 14 entries at the NCAA Outdoor Championships this Wednesday-Saturday at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore.&nbsp;Entering the competition, the men are sixth and the women are 23rd in the USTFCCCA week 10 polls. The women lead the way in the javelin event, while the men sit atop both the javelin and high jump rankings.&nbsp;NCAA Outdoor Championships Meet Information&nbsp;Dates: June 11-14Location: Eugene, Ore. (Hayward Field)Meet Schedule: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.ncaa.com/championships/trackfield-outdoor/d1/events__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!AYGHoDM-YbkRGr1K3KcbfDpDcJHeiJorRA3p5zY2xaWrjJ5xuNNLQ8SnQzlDmrd4cq88hR_wd_TgcAsLOG5TR6GbXhJVJg$">Link</a>Watch: ESPN+Live Results: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rtspt.com/ncaa/d1outdoor25/__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB2p-tU!AYGHoDM-YbkRGr1K3KcbfDpDcJHeiJorRA3p5zY2xaWrjJ5xuNNLQ8SnQzlDmrd4cq88hR_wd_TgcAsLOG5TR6GP7XAGuw$">Link</a>Each event will have a live stream on ESPN+. Television coverage for track events will be 6 p.m. (CT) on ESPN on Wednesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. (CT) on ESPN2 on Friday and 8 p.m. (CT) on ESPN2 on Saturday.Nebraska NCAA Qualifiers (Event, PR, Scheduled Time of Competition)Maxwell Otterdahl - Discus; 59.61m (195-7); 6:40 p.m. FridayMaxwell Otterdahl - Shot Put; 19.18m (62-11 ¼); 8:10 p.m. WednesdayArthur Petersen - Javelin; 79.90m (262-2); 7:15 p.m. WednesdayDash Sirmon - Javelin; 80.86m (265-3); 7:15 p.m. WednesdayTill Steinforth - Decathlon; 8,265 pts.; 2 p.m. WednesdayKeyshawn Strachan - Javelin; 84.27m (276-6); 7:15 p.m. WednesdayDesire Tonye-Nyemeck - High Jump; 2.17m (7-1 ½); 6:30 p.m. FridayTyus Wilson - High Jump; 2.29m (7-6); 6:30 p.m. FridayMaddie Harris - Javelin; 59.12m (193-11); 7:15 p.m. ThursdayKellyn Kortemeyer - Shot Put; 16.89m (55-5); 8:10 p.m. Thursday Kalynn Meyer - Shot Put; 17.96m (58-11 ¼); 8:10 p.m. Thursday&nbsp; Jenna Rogers - High Jump; 1.91m (6-3 ¼); 7:30 p.m. Saturday Eniko Sara - Javelin; 55.78m (183-0); 7:15 p.m. ThursdayBerlyn Schutz - 1500m; 4:11.01; 6:21 p.m. Thursday&nbsp;

Ranked Huskers ready for NCAA Outdoor Championships 

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The North Platte Community College volleyball team will begin accepting pre-orders for Sweet Saloon cinnamon rolls June 11.

The Sweet Saloon is a fundraiser for Knights Volleyball. It's hosted every year at the McDaid Activities Center in conjunction with NEBRASKAland Days, the official state celebration.

"Sweet Saloon is always an exciting time for our program," said Alexa McCall, NPCC Knights head volleyball coach. "The players get a glimpse of how well our community supports our program and all that goes into making this a successful fundraiser."

The "melt-in-your-mouth" cinnamon rolls have been a staple of the NEBRASKAland Days celebration for years. Athletes, coaches and volunteers spend days preparing and baking the delightful treats, with the proceeds going toward scholarships for NPCC volleyball student-athletes.

"We are always thankful for the volunteers that help, McDaid Elementary for the use of their kitchen, the pickup locations&nbsp;and Hiland Dairy for donating product,” McCall stated.

The actual event is June 17-19, but it's recommended that orders be called in or placed online ahead of time to ensure rolls are available. Pre-orders can be made at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://commerce.cashnet.com/MPCCNPWVS">https://commerce.cashnet.com/MPCCNPWVS</a>&nbsp;and (308) 535-3696 until noon the day before rolls are needed.

The cost is $30 per dozen and half dozen orders will also be accepted.

The cinnamon rolls can be picked up at McDaid Elementary, the Do-It Center, Westfield Pharmacy, Sports Shoppe and the Welcome Center on NPCC's South Campus.

A delivery option is also available with a $5 fee for those who order a minimum of two dozen rolls.

Story by NPCC Athletic CommunicationsThe North Platte Community College volleyball team will begin accepting pre-orders for Sweet Saloon cinnamon rolls June 11.The Sweet Saloon is a fundraiser for Knights Volleyball. It's hosted every year at the McDaid Activities Center in conjunction with NEBRASKAland Days, the official state celebration."Sweet Saloon is always an exciting time for our program," said Alexa McCall, NPCC Knights head volleyball coach. "The players get a glimpse of how well our community supports our program and all that goes into making this a successful fundraiser."The "melt-in-your-mouth" cinnamon rolls have been a staple of the NEBRASKAland Days celebration for years. Athletes, coaches and volunteers spend days preparing and baking the delightful treats, with the proceeds going toward scholarships for NPCC volleyball student-athletes."We are always thankful for the volunteers that help, McDaid Elementary for the use of their kitchen, the pickup locations&nbsp;and Hiland Dairy for donating product,” McCall stated.The actual event is June 17-19, but it's recommended that orders be called in or placed online ahead of time to ensure rolls are available. Pre-orders can be made at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://commerce.cashnet.com/MPCCNPWVS">https://commerce.cashnet.com/MPCCNPWVS</a>&nbsp;and (308) 535-3696 until noon the day before rolls are needed.The cost is $30 per dozen and half dozen orders will also be accepted.The cinnamon rolls can be picked up at McDaid Elementary, the Do-It Center, Westfield Pharmacy, Sports Shoppe and the Welcome Center on NPCC's South Campus.A delivery option is also available with a $5 fee for those who order a minimum of two dozen rolls.

Sweet Saloon pre-orders begin June 11

Nebraska swimmer Gena Jorgenson capped a series of record-setting performances by taking fifth in the 1,500-meter freestyle at the 2025 Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Saturday.

Jorgenson, a two-time first-team All-American in the 1,650-yard freestyle at the 2024 and 2025 NCAA Championships, posted a Nebraska school-record and lifetime best 16:19.28 in Saturday's 1,500-meter event at the national championships.

World-record holder Katie Ledecky won gold in the event with a time of 15:36.76, which was more than 20 seconds in front of runner-up Claire Weinstein, but more than 16 seconds off her world-record time. Jillian Cox took third at 16:05.88, while Kate Hurst swam to fourth in 16:16.06, just ahead of Jorgenson.

Jorgenson's time represented her fourth school-record and lifetime best time in her four events at the USA Championships. It was the third top-eight finish for the Husker senior-to-be from Aberdeen, South Dakota at nationals, with Ledecky winning all three of the events.

Jorgenson at Toyota National Championships

5th - 1,500M Free - 16:19.28 (school record)

6th – 800M Free – 8:33.79 (school record)

7th – 400M Free – 4:11.96 (school record)

21st – 200M Back – 2:12.79 (school record)&nbsp;

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska swimmer Gena Jorgenson capped a series of record-setting performances by taking fifth in the 1,500-meter freestyle at the 2025 Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Saturday.Jorgenson, a two-time first-team All-American in the 1,650-yard freestyle at the 2024 and 2025 NCAA Championships, posted a Nebraska school-record and lifetime best 16:19.28 in Saturday's 1,500-meter event at the national championships.World-record holder Katie Ledecky won gold in the event with a time of 15:36.76, which was more than 20 seconds in front of runner-up Claire Weinstein, but more than 16 seconds off her world-record time. Jillian Cox took third at 16:05.88, while Kate Hurst swam to fourth in 16:16.06, just ahead of Jorgenson.Jorgenson's time represented her fourth school-record and lifetime best time in her four events at the USA Championships. It was the third top-eight finish for the Husker senior-to-be from Aberdeen, South Dakota at nationals, with Ledecky winning all three of the events.Jorgenson at Toyota National Championships5th - 1,500M Free - 16:19.28 (school record)6th – 800M Free – 8:33.79 (school record)7th – 400M Free – 4:11.96 (school record)21st – 200M Back – 2:12.79 (school record)&nbsp;

Jorgenson earns third top-eight finish at USA Nationals

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North Platte, Neb. – North Platte Community College releases the rosters for its inaugural Black &amp; Gold High School Basketball All-Star game June 7. The student-athletes, representing talent from throughout western Nebraska, were nominated by their high school coaches.

Current NPCC women’s basketball players Madi Cheleen and Joie Rodriguez have been chosen to serve as the head coaches for the girl's teams, while Jimmie Pack (North Platte) and Justin Hardin (Paxton) will lead the way on the boy's side.

The girl's game will begin at 3 p.m., with the boy's game to follow at 5 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W State Farm Rd.

Girl's Roster – Black TeamIsabelle Reichman - South PlatteZaili Benish - LeytonCrystal Dhooge - Potter-DixJordan Clouse - PaxtonJanae Marten - Broken BowEmmalee Nicholson - PaxtonReagen Stengel - Maywood-Hayes CenterMcKenzie Ewoldt - ArapahoeCasey Clements - St. Mary'sHead Coach:&nbsp;Madi Cheleen

Girl's Roster – Gold TeamAshley Bauer - Elm CreekAlex Beveridge - GothenburgGracyn Elfeldt - SutherlandKesli Cox - Maywood-Hayes CenterGaby Staples - Broken BowRagan Mauler – SargentCadence Carpenter – ArapahoeMaddie Diederichs - Broken BowSage Larson - ArapahoeHead Coach:&nbsp;Joie Rodriguez

Boy's Roster - Black TeamCole Huffman - MaxwellRyder Potts - Perkins CountyKellan Spearman - HersheyJasper Brewster - PaxtonJon Patell - McCookConnor Kennicutt - WallaceKyle Kramer - Sandhills ValleyHead Coach:&nbsp;Jimmie Pack&nbsp;

Boy's Roster – Gold TeamEthan Holm - SutherlandJaxson Anders - Maywood-Hayes CenterTyson Essex - LoomisMaddox Lee - Perkins CountyTanner Hebblethwaite - PaxtonEthan Hardin - PaxtonJason Fisher - WallaceHead Coach:&nbsp;Justin Hardin

Story by NPCC Athletic CommunicationNorth Platte, Neb. – North Platte Community College releases the rosters for its inaugural Black &amp; Gold High School Basketball All-Star game June 7. The student-athletes, representing talent from throughout western Nebraska, were nominated by their high school coaches.Current NPCC women’s basketball players Madi Cheleen and Joie Rodriguez have been chosen to serve as the head coaches for the girl's teams, while Jimmie Pack (North Platte) and Justin Hardin (Paxton) will lead the way on the boy's side.The girl's game will begin at 3 p.m., with the boy's game to follow at 5 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium on the NPCC South Campus, 601 W State Farm Rd.Girl's Roster – Black TeamIsabelle Reichman - South PlatteZaili Benish - LeytonCrystal Dhooge - Potter-DixJordan Clouse - PaxtonJanae Marten - Broken BowEmmalee Nicholson - PaxtonReagen Stengel - Maywood-Hayes CenterMcKenzie Ewoldt - ArapahoeCasey Clements - St. Mary'sHead Coach:&nbsp;Madi CheleenGirl's Roster – Gold TeamAshley Bauer - Elm CreekAlex Beveridge - GothenburgGracyn Elfeldt - SutherlandKesli Cox - Maywood-Hayes CenterGaby Staples - Broken BowRagan Mauler – SargentCadence Carpenter – ArapahoeMaddie Diederichs - Broken BowSage Larson - ArapahoeHead Coach:&nbsp;Joie RodriguezBoy's Roster - Black TeamCole Huffman - MaxwellRyder Potts - Perkins CountyKellan Spearman - HersheyJasper Brewster - PaxtonJon Patell - McCookConnor Kennicutt - WallaceKyle Kramer - Sandhills ValleyHead Coach:&nbsp;Jimmie Pack&nbsp;Boy's Roster – Gold TeamEthan Holm - SutherlandJaxson Anders - Maywood-Hayes CenterTyson Essex - LoomisMaddox Lee - Perkins CountyTanner Hebblethwaite - PaxtonEthan Hardin - PaxtonJason Fisher - WallaceHead Coach:&nbsp;Justin Hardin

NPCC releases rosters for inaugural Black and Gold High School All-Star Game

Story by UNK Athletic Communications

Kearney, Neb. – Nebraska Kearney sophomore Fabiana Gamboa has been named an All-American in singles by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA).

To <a href="https://wearecollegetennis.com/2025/06/03/2025-ita-division-ii-womens-tennis-all-americans/">earn AA status</a> in either singles or doubles, a player must rank in the Top 20 (singles) or Top 10 (doubles) in the final ITA rankings of the season. This year those were announced on May 30.

Gamboa (Maracaibo, Venezuela) is UNK's first-ever Division II All-American (men's or women's) and joins Ron Goodman and Steve Rademacher as the only Loper tennis players to earn AA status. Both Goodman and Rademacher were tabbed by the NAIA in 1985. ​

In the <a href="https://colleges.wearecollegetennis.com/rankings?type=national&amp;gender=F&amp;divisionType=DIV2&amp;matchFormat=SINGLES&amp;date=2025-05-29">ITA rankings</a>, Gamboa was ranked as high as ninth in singles and finished 16th in Division II. She had six singles victories over nationally-ranked competition and typically won her matches in straight sets.

This past season Gamboa went 41-21 overall which included a 22-10 mark in singles and a 19-11 mark in doubles. During the dual season, she went 16-8 in singles and 17-7 in doubles. Playing at one singles and three doubles with junior Clare Plachy, she was tabbed first-team All-MIAA in singles.

Pete Komada of Central Oklahoma was the only other MIAA singles player to join Gamboa with the Washburn pair of Daniela Tijaro and Renske Ubachs making the AA doubles list.&nbsp;

UNK went 20-6 during the recently completed season, tying for the MIAA regular season title, winning Central Region #1 and reaching the NCAA "Sweet 16" for a second consecutive spring.

Story by UNK Athletic CommunicationsKearney, Neb. – Nebraska Kearney sophomore Fabiana Gamboa has been named an All-American in singles by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA).To <a href="https://wearecollegetennis.com/2025/06/03/2025-ita-division-ii-womens-tennis-all-americans/">earn AA status</a> in either singles or doubles, a player must rank in the Top 20 (singles) or Top 10 (doubles) in the final ITA rankings of the season. This year those were announced on May 30.Gamboa (Maracaibo, Venezuela) is UNK's first-ever Division II All-American (men's or women's) and joins Ron Goodman and Steve Rademacher as the only Loper tennis players to earn AA status. Both Goodman and Rademacher were tabbed by the NAIA in 1985. ​In the <a href="https://colleges.wearecollegetennis.com/rankings?type=national&amp;gender=F&amp;divisionType=DIV2&amp;matchFormat=SINGLES&amp;date=2025-05-29">ITA rankings</a>, Gamboa was ranked as high as ninth in singles and finished 16th in Division II. She had six singles victories over nationally-ranked competition and typically won her matches in straight sets.This past season Gamboa went 41-21 overall which included a 22-10 mark in singles and a 19-11 mark in doubles. During the dual season, she went 16-8 in singles and 17-7 in doubles. Playing at one singles and three doubles with junior Clare Plachy, she was tabbed first-team All-MIAA in singles.Pete Komada of Central Oklahoma was the only other MIAA singles player to join Gamboa with the Washburn pair of Daniela Tijaro and Renske Ubachs making the AA doubles list.&nbsp;UNK went 20-6 during the recently completed season, tying for the MIAA regular season title, winning Central Region #1 and reaching the NCAA "Sweet 16" for a second consecutive spring.

Gamboa becomes 3rd Loper Tennis All-American

Gena Jorgenson smashed her own Nebraska school record with a time of 8:33.79 on her way to a sixth-place finish at the 2025 Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Tuesday night.

Jorgenson, a two-time All-American for the Huskers in the 1,650-yard freestyle at the past two NCAA Championships, continued to slash time in her distance freestyle events. The senior-to-be from Aberdeen, S.D., swam head-to-head with world record-holder Katie Ledecky in the fastest heat of the 800 free at the U.S. Championships. Ledecky cruised to a victory in the event with a time of 8:05.76, which was more than a second off her world record time (8:04.12) set a month ago.

Claire Weinstein (8:19.67) and Jillian Cox (8:19.88) rounded out the top three finishers in the World Championship-qualifying event, while Kate Hurst (8:30.87) and Mila Nikanorov (8:32.64) rounded out the top five swimmers ahead of Jorgenson.

Jorgenson will compete in the 200 backstroke (June 4), 400 freestyle (June 6) and the 1,500 freestyle (June 7) as the Toyota USA National Championships continue this week.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsGena Jorgenson smashed her own Nebraska school record with a time of 8:33.79 on her way to a sixth-place finish at the 2025 Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Tuesday night.Jorgenson, a two-time All-American for the Huskers in the 1,650-yard freestyle at the past two NCAA Championships, continued to slash time in her distance freestyle events. The senior-to-be from Aberdeen, S.D., swam head-to-head with world record-holder Katie Ledecky in the fastest heat of the 800 free at the U.S. Championships. Ledecky cruised to a victory in the event with a time of 8:05.76, which was more than a second off her world record time (8:04.12) set a month ago.Claire Weinstein (8:19.67) and Jillian Cox (8:19.88) rounded out the top three finishers in the World Championship-qualifying event, while Kate Hurst (8:30.87) and Mila Nikanorov (8:32.64) rounded out the top five swimmers ahead of Jorgenson.Jorgenson will compete in the 200 backstroke (June 4), 400 freestyle (June 6) and the 1,500 freestyle (June 7) as the Toyota USA National Championships continue this week.

Jorgenson sets School record at USA Championships

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — North Platte Community College added its third commit of the offseason over the weekend with the signing of Freshman Guard/Forward Winston Allen.

Allen joins the Knights from Cowley College, which finished last season ranked No. 5 in the NJCAA Division I poll. In 25 games, Allen averaged 5.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game.

A versatile player, Allen is expected to bolster a frontcourt led by returning big men Daniel Nwauzu and Joseph Badejo.

Last month, North Platte also secured a commitment from Deandre Nichols, a guard from Grandview High School (Mo.). Nichols averaged 10.2 points per game in 21 appearances for the Bulldogs last season.

Nichols joins a deep backcourt that includes returning players Sedrick Nari, Justus Michael and Dennis Rocha — who is expected back from injury — as well as incoming freshman John Sims IV from Omaha Westview.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — North Platte Community College added its third commit of the offseason over the weekend with the signing of Freshman Guard/Forward Winston Allen.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748966839170.jpeg" alt="Winston Allen Guard/Forward, Cowley Kansas" />
 <figcaption>Winston Allen Guard/Forward, Cowley Kansas</figcaption>
 </figure>Allen joins the Knights from Cowley College, which finished last season ranked No. 5 in the NJCAA Division I poll. In 25 games, Allen averaged 5.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game.A versatile player, Allen is expected to bolster a frontcourt led by returning big men Daniel Nwauzu and Joseph Badejo.Last month, North Platte also secured a commitment from Deandre Nichols, a guard from Grandview High School (Mo.). Nichols averaged 10.2 points per game in 21 appearances for the Bulldogs last season.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748967326207.jpeg" alt="Deandre Nichols, a guard from Grandview High School (Mo.)" />
 <figcaption>Deandre Nichols, a guard from Grandview High School (Mo.)</figcaption>
 </figure>Nichols joins a deep backcourt that includes returning players Sedrick Nari, Justus Michael and Dennis Rocha — who is expected back from injury — as well as incoming freshman John Sims IV from Omaha Westview.

NPCC Men's Basketball land 2 new recruits for 25-26 season

Lincoln, Neb.-&nbsp;&nbsp;Former Husker gymnast Yanni Chronopoulos and newcomer Sam Rakita competed at the Canadian National Championships in Alberta, Canada. At the Senior level, Chronopoulos claimed the bronze medal and Rakita earned second place in the Senior Next Gen level. The Ontario natives both placed in the top 20 in every event. Scores for each event are calculated by combining performances from both days.

Current Husker Nik Tarca competed for the Romanian National Team at the European Championships where he earned 37th place in the all-around.

Canadian National Championships - Senior Next Gen (19-20)

Rakita had a stellar weekend at the National Championships, grabbing gold on high bar with a 26.232 and posting a 26.432 on still rings. The incoming freshman earned silver on parallel bars, posting a 24.499. He also earned fourth place on floor with a 25.566 and on vault with a&nbsp; 26.266. The 19-year-old capped off his competition with a 21.899 on pommel horse for 13th place. His weekend performance totaled 150.894 to give Rakita the silver medal.&nbsp;

Canadian National Championships - Senior Competition (21+)

Chronopoulos performed best on pommel horse at the competition with a 26.80 for a bronze medal on the apparatus. The Big Ten Rings Champion took home fourth on rings with a 26.366. He scored fifth on parallel bars (27.033), sixth on vault (26.533), seventh on floor (26.266) and on 12th high bar (25.533). This was Chronopoulos’ first time competing in the all-around this season, where he excelled with a combined score of 157.798 for third place.&nbsp;

Tarca had his best finish on pommel horse, nabbing a 13.50 for 25th place. The sophomore took 45th on vault (13.566), 64th on high bar (11.933), 66th on still rings (12.20) and parallel bars (12.166) and 89th on floor (11.966). His performance totaled a 75.364 for 37th place.&nbsp;

Taylor Christopulos will continue international competition for Husker gymnasts, as he will travel to Panama to represent the U.S. Men’s National Team in the Pan-American Games from June 12 to June 15.&nbsp;

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsLincoln, Neb.-&nbsp;&nbsp;Former Husker gymnast Yanni Chronopoulos and newcomer Sam Rakita competed at the Canadian National Championships in Alberta, Canada. At the Senior level, Chronopoulos claimed the bronze medal and Rakita earned second place in the Senior Next Gen level. The Ontario natives both placed in the top 20 in every event. Scores for each event are calculated by combining performances from both days.Current Husker Nik Tarca competed for the Romanian National Team at the European Championships where he earned 37th place in the all-around.Canadian National Championships - Senior Next Gen (19-20)Rakita had a stellar weekend at the National Championships, grabbing gold on high bar with a 26.232 and posting a 26.432 on still rings. The incoming freshman earned silver on parallel bars, posting a 24.499. He also earned fourth place on floor with a 25.566 and on vault with a&nbsp; 26.266. The 19-year-old capped off his competition with a 21.899 on pommel horse for 13th place. His weekend performance totaled 150.894 to give Rakita the silver medal.&nbsp;Canadian National Championships - Senior Competition (21+)Chronopoulos performed best on pommel horse at the competition with a 26.80 for a bronze medal on the apparatus. The Big Ten Rings Champion took home fourth on rings with a 26.366. He scored fifth on parallel bars (27.033), sixth on vault (26.533), seventh on floor (26.266) and on 12th high bar (25.533). This was Chronopoulos’ first time competing in the all-around this season, where he excelled with a combined score of 157.798 for third place.&nbsp;European ChampionshipsTarca had his best finish on pommel horse, nabbing a 13.50 for 25th place. The sophomore took 45th on vault (13.566), 64th on high bar (11.933), 66th on still rings (12.20) and parallel bars (12.166) and 89th on floor (11.966). His performance totaled a 75.364 for 37th place.&nbsp;Taylor Christopulos will continue international competition for Husker gymnasts, as he will travel to Panama to represent the U.S. Men’s National Team in the Pan-American Games from June 12 to June 15.&nbsp;

Chronopoulos and Rakita collect Medals at Canadian Nationals

Two-time All-American&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/gena-jorgenson">Gena Jorgenson</a>&nbsp;and Canadian&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/marissa-laurin">Marissa Laurin</a>&nbsp;will represent the Nebraska swimming and diving team at national events this week in hopes of qualifying for the World Aquatics Championships later this summer.

Jorgenson, a two-time first-team All-American for the Huskers in the 1,650 freestyle, will compete in the 800 freestyle at the Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Tuesday, June 3. The senior-to-be from Aberdeen, S.D., has earned the No. 8 seed in the event and will compete in the fastest heat in the evening final session at approximately 4:15 p.m. (CT).

Jorgenson will also compete in the 200 backstroke (June 4), 400 freestyle (June 6) and the 1,500 freestyle (June 7).

The Toyota USA National Championships serve as the qualifier for the 2025 World Aquatics Championships (July 27-August 3, Singapore) and the 2025 World University Games (July 17-23, Berlin).

In addition to Jorgenson's competitive schedule this week, Husker teammate&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/marissa-laurin">Marissa Laurin</a>&nbsp;will participate in the Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, British Columbia, June 7-12. The trials serve as Canada's qualifier for the 2025 World Aquatics Championships.

Laurin, a sophomore-to-be from Grand Prairie, Alberta, will compete in the 200 backstroke on Wednesday, June 11.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsTwo-time All-American&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/gena-jorgenson">Gena Jorgenson</a>&nbsp;and Canadian&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/marissa-laurin">Marissa Laurin</a>&nbsp;will represent the Nebraska swimming and diving team at national events this week in hopes of qualifying for the World Aquatics Championships later this summer.Jorgenson, a two-time first-team All-American for the Huskers in the 1,650 freestyle, will compete in the 800 freestyle at the Toyota USA National Championships in Indianapolis on Tuesday, June 3. The senior-to-be from Aberdeen, S.D., has earned the No. 8 seed in the event and will compete in the fastest heat in the evening final session at approximately 4:15 p.m. (CT).Jorgenson will also compete in the 200 backstroke (June 4), 400 freestyle (June 6) and the 1,500 freestyle (June 7).The Toyota USA National Championships serve as the qualifier for the 2025 World Aquatics Championships (July 27-August 3, Singapore) and the 2025 World University Games (July 17-23, Berlin).In addition to Jorgenson's competitive schedule this week, Husker teammate&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://huskers.com/sports/swimming-and-diving/roster/player/marissa-laurin">Marissa Laurin</a>&nbsp;will participate in the Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, British Columbia, June 7-12. The trials serve as Canada's qualifier for the 2025 World Aquatics Championships.Laurin, a sophomore-to-be from Grand Prairie, Alberta, will compete in the 200 backstroke on Wednesday, June 11.

Jorgenson, Laurin to compete in National Meets 

Nebraska great Ndamukong Suh is one of 79 players on the 2026 ballot for the National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame.&nbsp; Suh is included on the ballot in his first year of eligibility.

Suh had a dominant career at Nebraska from 2005 to 2009, capped by a 2009 season that is widely regarded as one of the best individual seasons in college football history. During his senior season Suh’s accomplishments included the following…

As a senior, Suh led Nebraska in tackles for the second straight season with 85 tackles. He also became the first defensive lineman to lead Nebraska in tackles in consecutive seasons. He also led the team in tackles for loss (24), sacks (12), quarterback hurries (26) and blocked kicks (3). His 24 tackles for loss were second on the Nebraska season list, while his 12 sacks ranked third in school history. Suh's 10 pass breakups were second on the team and led the nation's defensive linemen. He also added his fourth career interception, an NU record for defensive linemen.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationNebraska great Ndamukong Suh is one of 79 players on the 2026 ballot for the National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame.&nbsp; Suh is included on the ballot in his first year of eligibility.Suh had a dominant career at Nebraska from 2005 to 2009, capped by a 2009 season that is widely regarded as one of the best individual seasons in college football history. During his senior season Suh’s accomplishments included the following…<ul>
 <li>He was the first defensive player to win the Associated Press College Player of the Year Award since the inception of the honor in 1998.</li><li>Suh was the first defensive tackle invited to the Heisman ceremonies in New York since Warren Sapp in 1994. Suh's fourth-place finish in the voting tied for the best by a defensive lineman since Nebraska's Rich Glover was third in 1972. Suh also received the highest-ever point total for a fourth-place finisher and his 161 first-place votes were the most ever for an interior defensive lineman.</li><li>Suh won the Outland Trophy for the nation's top interior lineman, giving Nebraska a nation-leading nine Outland winners (eight players). &nbsp;Suh was the first Husker to win the award since offensive guard Aaron Taylor in 1997.</li><li>Suh won the Rotary Lombardi Award to become the fifth Husker to win the award.</li><li>Suh became the fourth Husker to sweep the Lombardi and Outland in the same season, joining Rich Glover (1972), Dave Rimington (1982) and Dean Steinkuhler (1983). At the time, Suh was just the 12th player to capture the Outland and Lombardi in the same season.</li><li>Suh made a clean sweep of the national defensive player-of-the-year awards by winning the Chuck Bednarik Award and the Bronko Nagurski Trophy. Suh was the first Husker to receive both of those awards, and he became just the fifth player to sweep those two awards, most recently Miami's Dan Morgan in 2000.</li><li>In addition to the awards he won, Suh was also a finalist for the Walter Camp Player of the Year and the Lott Trophy, and was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year.</li><li>Suh was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year by the league's coaches and every major outlet that chose a defender of the year. He was the first Nebraska defensive player to win Big 12 Player-of-the-Year honors since Grant Wistrom in 1996 and 1997.</li>
 </ul>As a senior, Suh led Nebraska in tackles for the second straight season with 85 tackles. He also became the first defensive lineman to lead Nebraska in tackles in consecutive seasons. He also led the team in tackles for loss (24), sacks (12), quarterback hurries (26) and blocked kicks (3). His 24 tackles for loss were second on the Nebraska season list, while his 12 sacks ranked third in school history. Suh's 10 pass breakups were second on the team and led the nation's defensive linemen. He also added his fourth career interception, an NU record for defensive linemen.Suh also had a standout 2008 season, with 7.5 sacks, 19 tackles for loss and two interceptions. Suh left Nebraska with his name prominently displayed in the Cornhusker record book. His 57 career tackles for loss are second in school history, while his 24 sacks rank fourth. He finished with 215 career tackles and a position-record 15 pass breakups. Suh’s six career blocked kicks are a record for defensive linemen and were one shy of the school record for blocked kicks by any player.Suh will look to join 20 former Husker players and seven Nebraska coaches who are members of the College Football Hall of Fame. The announcement of the 2026 NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class will be made in early 2026, with specific details to be announced in the future.&nbsp;The 2026 NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class will be officially inducted during the 68th NFF Annual Awards Dinner Presented by Las Vegas on Dec. 8, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel &amp; Casino, and they will be honored at their respective schools with an NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salute, presented by Fidelity Investments, during the 2026 season.