The Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex in Hays will be home to the annual USSSA Hays Eagle Baseball Classic next month.

The tournament will feature teams ranging from 8U to 14U on April 10 and 11. The signup deadline is April 2.

For more information or to register, click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hayssportscomplex.com/tournaments/nbc-points-tournament-hays-eagle-baseball">HERE</a>.

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Signups underway for Hays Eagles Baseball Classic

(AP) New general manager George Paton says the Denver Broncos want Von Miller back in 2021, but they want to hear more about an off-field investigation into the star linebacker. They are awaiting a decision from the district attorney in the 18th Judicial District in suburban Denver following an an unspecified investigation of Miller by the Parker, Colorado, police department in January. Neither the police nor the district attorney’s office have said what charges Miller could face. Miller, who missed all of last season with an ankle injury, hasn’t responded to requests for comment. If charges are filed, he could also face discipline from the NFL.

(AP) New general manager George Paton says the Denver Broncos want Von Miller back in 2021, but they want to hear more about an off-field investigation into the star linebacker. They are awaiting a decision from the district attorney in the 18th Judicial District in suburban Denver following an an unspecified investigation of Miller by the Parker, Colorado, police department in January. Neither the police nor the district attorney’s office have said what charges Miller could face. Miller, who missed all of last season with an ankle injury, hasn’t responded to requests for comment. If charges are filed, he could also face discipline from the NFL.

Broncos want Von Miller back, but need more info on investigation first

Story by John Bohnenkamp Associated Press

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - Jordan Bohannon tied a career high with eight 3-pointers and scored 26 points, and No. 5 Iowa beat Nebraska 102-64 on Thursday night.

The senior guard made 8 of 12 3-point attempts, but he played just eight minutes in the second half as the Hawkeyes (19-7, 13-6 Big Ten) topped the 100-point mark for the fourth time this season.

Freshman Patrick McCaffery had a career-high 19 points for Iowa. He had scored just 21 points over the last seven games.

Luka Garza had 14 points for the Hawkeyes. The senior center, who came into the game second in the nation in scoring at 24.3 points per game, played just 24 minutes. Joe Wieskamp added 11 points.

Iowa led 48-26 at halftime, closing the first half with a 16-3 run over the final 5:49.

Kobe Webster led Nebraska (7-18, 3-15) with 17 points. Lat Mayen had 14 points and 13 rebounds. Dalano Banton had 14 points.

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick, who has been dealing with a lower-leg injury since mid-January, fell to the court after committing a foul with 5:35 left in the first half. He grabbed his right ankle, and after being helped up, limped off the court. Fredrick did not play the rest of the game. Fredrick has missed four games and missed the second halves of two other games with the injury.

Iowa's run to finish the first half included 11 consecutive points. It was the 27th run of 10 or more consecutive points the Hawkeyes have had this season.

Iowa's Connor McCaffery, third in the nation in assist-to-turnover ratio at 3.75, had eight assists against one turnover. McCaffery had seven assists and no turnovers in the first half.

Iowa has won six of seven and stayed on pace to get a double-bye in the Big Ten tournament. The Hawkeyes are third in the conference, a half-game ahead of Purdue and one game ahead of Ohio State. Nebraska had its two-game winning streak snapped.

Nebraska: Huskers play at Northwestern on Sunday.

Iowa: Hawkeyes play at home against No. 25 Wisconsin on Sunday.

Story by John Bohnenkamp Associated PressIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - Jordan Bohannon tied a career high with eight 3-pointers and scored 26 points, and No. 5 Iowa beat Nebraska 102-64 on Thursday night.The senior guard made 8 of 12 3-point attempts, but he played just eight minutes in the second half as the Hawkeyes (19-7, 13-6 Big Ten) topped the 100-point mark for the fourth time this season.Freshman Patrick McCaffery had a career-high 19 points for Iowa. He had scored just 21 points over the last seven games.Luka Garza had 14 points for the Hawkeyes. The senior center, who came into the game second in the nation in scoring at 24.3 points per game, played just 24 minutes. Joe Wieskamp added 11 points.Iowa led 48-26 at halftime, closing the first half with a 16-3 run over the final 5:49.Kobe Webster led Nebraska (7-18, 3-15) with 17 points. Lat Mayen had 14 points and 13 rebounds. Dalano Banton had 14 points.FREDRICK HURTIowa guard CJ Fredrick, who has been dealing with a lower-leg injury since mid-January, fell to the court after committing a foul with 5:35 left in the first half. He grabbed his right ankle, and after being helped up, limped off the court. Fredrick did not play the rest of the game. Fredrick has missed four games and missed the second halves of two other games with the injury.LONG RUNSIowa's run to finish the first half included 11 consecutive points. It was the 27th run of 10 or more consecutive points the Hawkeyes have had this season.PASSING ZONEIowa's Connor McCaffery, third in the nation in assist-to-turnover ratio at 3.75, had eight assists against one turnover. McCaffery had seven assists and no turnovers in the first half.BIG PICTUREIowa has won six of seven and stayed on pace to get a double-bye in the Big Ten tournament. The Hawkeyes are third in the conference, a half-game ahead of Purdue and one game ahead of Ohio State. Nebraska had its two-game winning streak snapped.UP NEXTNebraska: Huskers play at Northwestern on Sunday.Iowa: Hawkeyes play at home against No. 25 Wisconsin on Sunday.

Bohannon, No. 5 Iowa run away from Nebraska 102-64

Story by Eric Olsen Associated Press

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Creighton University suspended basketball coach Greg McDermott indefinitely Thursday night for using racially insensitive language while addressing the team after a game last weekend.

McDermott publicly apologized Tuesday and again Wednesday for urging his players to "stay on the plantation" after the 14th-ranked Bluejays' 77-69 loss at Xavier.

McDermott coached in the Bluejays' 72-60 loss at No. 10 Villanova on Wednesday night. Assistant coach Alan Huss will serve as interim head coach for the home game against Butler on Saturday.

"I made a mistake and I own it," McDermott said in a Twitter post after the suspension was announced. "Mistakes come with consequences, and I accept and agree with the suspension."

Athletic director Bruce Rasmussen said he and university president the Rev. Daniel Hendrickson met with senior administrators Thursday to determine disciplinary action against McDermott.

"Coach McDermott and the team have accepted that, effective immediately, he is suspended for all team activities, including Saturday's home season finale against Butler."

The university statement announcing the suspension did not specify how long McDermott would be suspended. Creighton athletic spokesman Rob Anderson told The Associated Press no end date has been set.

Rasmussen said additional sanctions are under consideration, none of which will be made public.

"Coach McDermott and our athletics program must use this incident as an opportunity for growth and learning, as clearly more work needs to be done."

McDermott, in an apology he posted on Twitter on Tuesday, acknowledged saying: "Guys, we got to stick together. We need both feet in. I need everybody to stay on the plantation. I can't have anybody leave the plantation."

McDermott, who is white, said he immediately recognized he had made an "egregious mistake" and addressed with his team his use of a term evocative of slavery and the antebellum South.

In a statement, the university called McDermott's language "deplorable" and said it was inconsistent with the private Jesuit school's values and commitment to creating a welcoming environment.

Story by Eric Olsen Associated PressOMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Creighton University suspended basketball coach Greg McDermott indefinitely Thursday night for using racially insensitive language while addressing the team after a game last weekend.McDermott publicly apologized Tuesday and again Wednesday for urging his players to "stay on the plantation" after the 14th-ranked Bluejays' 77-69 loss at Xavier.McDermott coached in the Bluejays' 72-60 loss at No. 10 Villanova on Wednesday night. Assistant coach Alan Huss will serve as interim head coach for the home game against Butler on Saturday."I made a mistake and I own it," McDermott said in a Twitter post after the suspension was announced. "Mistakes come with consequences, and I accept and agree with the suspension."Athletic director Bruce Rasmussen said he and university president the Rev. Daniel Hendrickson met with senior administrators Thursday to determine disciplinary action against McDermott."Coach McDermott and the team have accepted that, effective immediately, he is suspended for all team activities, including Saturday's home season finale against Butler."The university statement announcing the suspension did not specify how long McDermott would be suspended. Creighton athletic spokesman Rob Anderson told The Associated Press no end date has been set.Rasmussen said additional sanctions are under consideration, none of which will be made public."Coach McDermott and our athletics program must use this incident as an opportunity for growth and learning, as clearly more work needs to be done."McDermott, in an apology he posted on Twitter on Tuesday, acknowledged saying: "Guys, we got to stick together. We need both feet in. I need everybody to stay on the plantation. I can't have anybody leave the plantation."McDermott, who is white, said he immediately recognized he had made an "egregious mistake" and addressed with his team his use of a term evocative of slavery and the antebellum South.In a statement, the university called McDermott's language "deplorable" and said it was inconsistent with the private Jesuit school's values and commitment to creating a welcoming environment.

Creighton suspends Greg McDermott for 'plantation' remark

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Arrowhead Stadium has a new name. The Kansas City Chiefs announced the stadium will be known as GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. 

The team reached a naming rights agreement with Government Employees Health Association, which is the Chiefs' exclusive partner for health, dental and vision plans. 

GEHA and Chiefs officials said they are committed to ensuring Arrowhead Stadium remains the identity of the venue. It is the first time in Chiefs history that the organization has sold naming rights for Arrowhead. The stadium opened in 1972 and is one of the NFL's most recognizable venues.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Arrowhead Stadium has a new name. The Kansas City Chiefs announced the stadium will be known as GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The team reached a naming rights agreement with Government Employees Health Association, which is the Chiefs' exclusive partner for health, dental and vision plans. GEHA and Chiefs officials said they are committed to ensuring Arrowhead Stadium remains the identity of the venue. It is the first time in Chiefs history that the organization has sold naming rights for Arrowhead. The stadium opened in 1972 and is one of the NFL's most recognizable venues.

Chiefs sell naming rights to field at Arrowhead Stadium

Cornhole has taken the nation by storm and has also become a fun and extremely popular way to raise money for good causes.

Area cornholers will not only be able to show off their bag tossing skills but will be supporting the Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial.

The cornhole tournament to benefit the Memorial will be held on Saturday, April 3 at the Ramada by Wyndham and Sandhills Convention Center in North Platte, beginning at 10:30 am.

Entry fees to participate are $40 for doubles and $20 for singles with a 50 percent payout for the top three places.

Organizers say there will also be an Airmail Challenge and raffle items.

To register, send a message to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/308cornhole">308 Cornhole</a> Facebook page or the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Lincoln-County-Law-Enforcement-Memorial-Inc-104995073380951/">Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial Page</a>. The registration deadline is April 1.

All proceeds benefit the Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial, located at Iron Horse Park.

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 </figure>By Scott CarlsonCornhole has taken the nation by storm and has also become a fun and extremely popular way to raise money for good causes.Area cornholers will not only be able to show off their bag tossing skills but will be supporting the Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial.The cornhole tournament to benefit the Memorial will be held on Saturday, April 3 at the Ramada by Wyndham and Sandhills Convention Center in North Platte, beginning at 10:30 am.Entry fees to participate are $40 for doubles and $20 for singles with a 50 percent payout for the top three places.Organizers say there will also be an Airmail Challenge and raffle items.To register, send a message to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/308cornhole">308 Cornhole</a> Facebook page or the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Lincoln-County-Law-Enforcement-Memorial-Inc-104995073380951/">Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial Page</a>. The registration deadline is April 1.All proceeds benefit the Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial, located at Iron Horse Park.

Cornhole tournament to benefit Lincoln County Law Enforcement Memorial

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3.03.21 NPCC Knights Volleyball @ SECC - LIVESTREAM

Story by Daniel Stinman MPCC Area Director of Marketing and Public Information

McCook, Neb. – North Platte Community College men’s basketball team battled with the Indians of McCook Community College on Tuesday evening at the Peter and Dolores Graff Center. The tough road environment was not too much as the Knights picked up their first road win of the season defeating the Indians, 96-89.

The Indians controlled the tip, but it would be the Knights that would get the first bucket of the game as Trevon Dennis laid it off the glass on the Knights opening possession. The Indians answered and stretched their lead to four by the 17:19 mark of the first half, 6-2.

Timur Krupalija gave the Knights back the lead with 12:44 to play in the half after he received the ball in the paint and laid it off the glass, 12-11. Knights and Indians continued to trade baskets over the next three minutes before German Plotnikov forced a McCook turnover and was able to slam it home with 8:47 to play in the half, 21-18.

The Knights lead grew to five, but the Indians halted the momentum tying the game up with 3:58 to play in the half, 30-30. The Indians regained the lead momentarily at the 2:04 mark of the first half but the Knights closed out the half on a 7-2 run to take the lead at the break, 41-37.

In the second half, the Knights and Indians continued their battle on the hardwood. Despite trailing by four at the break the Indians tied the game back up within the first two minutes of the second half, 43-43. The Knights retook the lead with 15:52 remaining in the second half and pushed their lead to seven on a Jevarrick Butler three pointer, 58-51.

The Indians responded outscoring the Knights 20-12 over the next seven minutes to retake the lead with 7:35 to play, 71-70. The Knights quickly responded on their next offensive possession as Dennis grabbed his own offensive rebound and put it back up for two.

The Knights never relinquished their lead over the final 7:15 even though the Indians cut the deficit to one with 6:26 to play. The Knights answered with a 6-0 run over the next two minutes and extended their lead to seven with 4:01 remaining, 82-75.

The Indians came within four in the closing minutes, but the Knights sealed their win at the free throw line going 10-of-12 down the stretch to earn the victory over their rival, 96-89.

The Knights had four starters in double digits including Plotnikov (37), Dennis (20), Danilo Matovic (14), and Jason Eubank (10). Plotnikov led the Knights on the glass with five rebounds.

The Knights (3-8) will close out their four-game road trip against Central Community College on Friday, March 5. Knights won the previous meeting this season on January 29, 82-60. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. inside the Raider Field House in Columbus, Neb.

Story by Daniel Stinman MPCC Area Director of Marketing and Public InformationMcCook, Neb. – North Platte Community College men’s basketball team battled with the Indians of McCook Community College on Tuesday evening at the Peter and Dolores Graff Center. The tough road environment was not too much as the Knights picked up their first road win of the season defeating the Indians, 96-89.The Indians controlled the tip, but it would be the Knights that would get the first bucket of the game as Trevon Dennis laid it off the glass on the Knights opening possession. The Indians answered and stretched their lead to four by the 17:19 mark of the first half, 6-2.Timur Krupalija gave the Knights back the lead with 12:44 to play in the half after he received the ball in the paint and laid it off the glass, 12-11. Knights and Indians continued to trade baskets over the next three minutes before German Plotnikov forced a McCook turnover and was able to slam it home with 8:47 to play in the half, 21-18.The Knights lead grew to five, but the Indians halted the momentum tying the game up with 3:58 to play in the half, 30-30. The Indians regained the lead momentarily at the 2:04 mark of the first half but the Knights closed out the half on a 7-2 run to take the lead at the break, 41-37.In the second half, the Knights and Indians continued their battle on the hardwood. Despite trailing by four at the break the Indians tied the game back up within the first two minutes of the second half, 43-43. The Knights retook the lead with 15:52 remaining in the second half and pushed their lead to seven on a Jevarrick Butler three pointer, 58-51.The Indians responded outscoring the Knights 20-12 over the next seven minutes to retake the lead with 7:35 to play, 71-70. The Knights quickly responded on their next offensive possession as Dennis grabbed his own offensive rebound and put it back up for two.The Knights never relinquished their lead over the final 7:15 even though the Indians cut the deficit to one with 6:26 to play. The Knights answered with a 6-0 run over the next two minutes and extended their lead to seven with 4:01 remaining, 82-75.The Indians came within four in the closing minutes, but the Knights sealed their win at the free throw line going 10-of-12 down the stretch to earn the victory over their rival, 96-89.The Knights had four starters in double digits including Plotnikov (37), Dennis (20), Danilo Matovic (14), and Jason Eubank (10). Plotnikov led the Knights on the glass with five rebounds.The Knights (3-8) will close out their four-game road trip against Central Community College on Friday, March 5. Knights won the previous meeting this season on January 29, 82-60. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. inside the Raider Field House in Columbus, Neb.

Knights earn first road win of the season against Indians

Story by Daniel Stinman MPCC&nbsp;Area Director of Marketing and Public Information

McCook, Neb. – The Knights looked to snap their current two-game losing streak on Tuesday night against rival McCook Community College at the Peter and Dolores Graff Center. The Indians emerged victorious defeating the Knights, 56-37.

“We had a tough day scoring the basketball,” said head coach Jeff Thurman. “Great thing about basketball is tomorrow is a new day.”

Knights and Indians used the first 2:45 of the opening quarter to get a sense of what the other team was looking to do. Indians used the next forty-five seconds to take the lead and stretch the deficit to five with 6:30 to play in the opening quarter.

Diamond Moore-Heath cut the deficit to three on a turnaround jumper in the lane to give the Knights their first basket of the game. The Indians went on a 6-0 over the next 2:30 before Moore-Heath collected an offensive rebound and laid it off the glass as the Knights cut the deficit to seven, 4-11.

Knights narrowed the deficit to two inside the final minute of the first quarter as Moore-Heath and Kanesha Hall each added buckets, 11-9.

Kayla Pope brought the Knights within one after she connected on the back end of a two-shot foul with 7:39 to play in the second quarter, 11-10. Over the next six minutes the Indians went on a 13-2 run to push their lead to twelve, 24-12.

Pope halted the run momentarily going coast to coast and laying it off the glass with fifty-eight seconds to play in the second quarter. Jocylin Sellers added one point for the Knights in the closing seconds as the Knights trailed the Indians at the break, 27-16.

In the third quarter, the Indians lead climbed back to thirteen before Jordyn Moon found Janay Brauer for a deep corner three. The Knights cut the deficit back to eleven by the end of the quarter as Pope connected on the front end of two free throw opportunities, 39-28.

Midway through the fourth quarter the Indians pushed their lead to nineteen with 3:53 to play. The Knights went 4-of-4 at the free throw line in the final 2:30 but the deficit could not be overcome as the Indians picked up the victory on Tuesday night, 56-37.

Pope was the lone player in double digits adding 13 points and seven rebounds to lead the Knights.

Knights (3-9) will look to rebound on Friday, March 5 when they take on Central Community College. The Knights won the first meeting of the season back on January 29, 80-79. Tip is set for 5:30 p.m. at the Raider Field House in Columbus, Neb.

Story by Daniel Stinman MPCC&nbsp;Area Director of Marketing and Public InformationMcCook, Neb. – The Knights looked to snap their current two-game losing streak on Tuesday night against rival McCook Community College at the Peter and Dolores Graff Center. The Indians emerged victorious defeating the Knights, 56-37.“We had a tough day scoring the basketball,” said head coach Jeff Thurman. “Great thing about basketball is tomorrow is a new day.”Knights and Indians used the first 2:45 of the opening quarter to get a sense of what the other team was looking to do. Indians used the next forty-five seconds to take the lead and stretch the deficit to five with 6:30 to play in the opening quarter.Diamond Moore-Heath cut the deficit to three on a turnaround jumper in the lane to give the Knights their first basket of the game. The Indians went on a 6-0 over the next 2:30 before Moore-Heath collected an offensive rebound and laid it off the glass as the Knights cut the deficit to seven, 4-11.Knights narrowed the deficit to two inside the final minute of the first quarter as Moore-Heath and Kanesha Hall each added buckets, 11-9.Kayla Pope brought the Knights within one after she connected on the back end of a two-shot foul with 7:39 to play in the second quarter, 11-10. Over the next six minutes the Indians went on a 13-2 run to push their lead to twelve, 24-12.Pope halted the run momentarily going coast to coast and laying it off the glass with fifty-eight seconds to play in the second quarter. Jocylin Sellers added one point for the Knights in the closing seconds as the Knights trailed the Indians at the break, 27-16.In the third quarter, the Indians lead climbed back to thirteen before Jordyn Moon found Janay Brauer for a deep corner three. The Knights cut the deficit back to eleven by the end of the quarter as Pope connected on the front end of two free throw opportunities, 39-28.Midway through the fourth quarter the Indians pushed their lead to nineteen with 3:53 to play. The Knights went 4-of-4 at the free throw line in the final 2:30 but the deficit could not be overcome as the Indians picked up the victory on Tuesday night, 56-37.Pope was the lone player in double digits adding 13 points and seven rebounds to lead the Knights.Knights (3-9) will look to rebound on Friday, March 5 when they take on Central Community College. The Knights won the first meeting of the season back on January 29, 80-79. Tip is set for 5:30 p.m. at the Raider Field House in Columbus, Neb.

Indians earn victory over Knights

Story by Heather Johnson MPCC Area Public Information Specialist

North Platte Community College Knights Softball Team dominated&nbsp;Northwest Kansas Technical College Tuesday&nbsp;defeating&nbsp;the Mavericks 19-3 and 8-2.

In game one of the doubleheader, the Knights got things started in the first inning when an error pushed the opening run across the plate. Jordan Young, of Johnstown, Colo., would not be denied, singling in the first and second innings and notching two hits in the fourth.

The Knights scored nine runs in the fourth inning. Young, Kirsten Greenwalt, of Aurora, Colo.; Jenny Singer, of Calgary, Alberta; Madisyn Hamar, of Chadron; Ashlyn Wheeling, of Thornton, Colo., and Jayden Horner, of Firestone, Colo., powered the big inning with RBIs.

Nevaeh Ramirez, of Thornton, Colo., toed the rubber for the Knights, allowing eight hits and three runs over five innings, striking out six and walking one.

The Knights scattered 12 hits in the game. Young, Greenwalt and Jace Cundiff, of El Dorado Springs, Mo., each collected multiple hits. Young went 4-for-5 at the plate to lead the Knights in hits.

The Knights then defeated the Mavericks&nbsp;in the second game&nbsp;- thanks in part to Zoey Bredleau-Beehler, of Portland, Ore., who drove in four runs. Bredleau-Beehler&nbsp;pushed the Knights’ baserunners across the plate with&nbsp;a single in the second, a double in the third and a sacrifice fly in the fifth. She singled on a 1-1 count in the second inning, scoring one run.

The Knights tallied four runs in the third inning. Cundiff, Bredleau-Beehler and Singer all contributed in the big inning with RBIs.

Pitcher Kyleigh Sullivan, of Fort Worth, Texas, allowed four hits and two runs over seven innings, striking out eight.

The Knights tallied 10 hits. Cundiff, Bredleau-Beehler and Horner each had multiple hits. Cundiff led the Knights with three hits in four at bats.

The Knights are now 3-6 on the season. They will travel to Council Bluffs, Iowa on Friday to take on Iowa Western Community College in a doubleheader that begins at 1 p.m.

Story by Heather Johnson MPCC Area Public Information SpecialistNorth Platte Community College Knights Softball Team dominated&nbsp;Northwest Kansas Technical College Tuesday&nbsp;defeating&nbsp;the Mavericks 19-3 and 8-2.In game one of the doubleheader, the Knights got things started in the first inning when an error pushed the opening run across the plate. Jordan Young, of Johnstown, Colo., would not be denied, singling in the first and second innings and notching two hits in the fourth.The Knights scored nine runs in the fourth inning. Young, Kirsten Greenwalt, of Aurora, Colo.; Jenny Singer, of Calgary, Alberta; Madisyn Hamar, of Chadron; Ashlyn Wheeling, of Thornton, Colo., and Jayden Horner, of Firestone, Colo., powered the big inning with RBIs.Nevaeh Ramirez, of Thornton, Colo., toed the rubber for the Knights, allowing eight hits and three runs over five innings, striking out six and walking one.The Knights scattered 12 hits in the game. Young, Greenwalt and Jace Cundiff, of El Dorado Springs, Mo., each collected multiple hits. Young went 4-for-5 at the plate to lead the Knights in hits.The Knights then defeated the Mavericks&nbsp;in the second game&nbsp;- thanks in part to Zoey Bredleau-Beehler, of Portland, Ore., who drove in four runs. Bredleau-Beehler&nbsp;pushed the Knights’ baserunners across the plate with&nbsp;a single in the second, a double in the third and a sacrifice fly in the fifth. She singled on a 1-1 count in the second inning, scoring one run.The Knights tallied four runs in the third inning. Cundiff, Bredleau-Beehler and Singer all contributed in the big inning with RBIs.Pitcher Kyleigh Sullivan, of Fort Worth, Texas, allowed four hits and two runs over seven innings, striking out eight.The Knights tallied 10 hits. Cundiff, Bredleau-Beehler and Horner each had multiple hits. Cundiff led the Knights with three hits in four at bats.The Knights are now 3-6 on the season. They will travel to Council Bluffs, Iowa on Friday to take on Iowa Western Community College in a doubleheader that begins at 1 p.m.

Knights softball hits winning streak in Kansas

Story by Heather Johnson - NPCC Area Public Information Specialist

The North Platte Community College Knights Volleyball Team took on Central Community College in Columbus Tuesday evening and downed the Raiders in three sets. The scores were 26-24, 25-14 and 25-23.

“I thought we struggled a bit tonight to control the pace of the game,” said NPCC head volleyball coach Alexa McCall. “When we are in system and our offense is quick and powerful, we are hard to stop. I saw glimpses of that but would like to be more consistent. I’m happy that we finished in three – especially against a region team.”

Alysen Daniels, of Mullen, led the game with 11 kills. Peyton Negley, of North Platte, had nine kills while Taylor Hansen, of Yuma, Colo., notched eight kills and four serving aces.

Madi Neely, of Broken Bow, put up four blocks. Erica Hopping, of Sutherland, had 31 assists, and Ruby Valle, of Weldona, Colo., recorded 20 digs.

They will stay on the road and face Southeast Community College Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Story by Heather Johnson - NPCC Area Public Information SpecialistIt was a clean sweep.The North Platte Community College Knights Volleyball Team took on Central Community College in Columbus Tuesday evening and downed the Raiders in three sets. The scores were 26-24, 25-14 and 25-23.“I thought we struggled a bit tonight to control the pace of the game,” said NPCC head volleyball coach Alexa McCall. “When we are in system and our offense is quick and powerful, we are hard to stop. I saw glimpses of that but would like to be more consistent. I’m happy that we finished in three – especially against a region team.”Alysen Daniels, of Mullen, led the game with 11 kills. Peyton Negley, of North Platte, had nine kills while Taylor Hansen, of Yuma, Colo., notched eight kills and four serving aces.Madi Neely, of Broken Bow, put up four blocks. Erica Hopping, of Sutherland, had 31 assists, and Ruby Valle, of Weldona, Colo., recorded 20 digs.The Knights are now 9-9 on the season.They will stay on the road and face Southeast Community College Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Knights sweep Raiders in three sets

Western Nebraska basketball is well represented this year in the boys state basketball bracket

North Platte St. Pats headed to the tournament again with the #3 seed Mullen is a favorite to take Class D2, they snag the #2 seed

A strong push at the end of the season rewards Southern Valley with the #7 seed.&nbsp;

Chase County hung around in their districts and also got the #7 seed in Class C2

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Area sports: Boys State brackets released 

Three more NPHS Bulldogs are headed to compete athletically at the next level! Here you can find photos and interviews with the athletes from their signing day!&nbsp;

Congratulations go out to these athletes:

Cody Wright - Hastings College for Football&nbsp;

Jahmani and Kymani Sterling - University of Colorado at Colorado Springs for Track and Field

Jacob Kohler - Doane University for Football&nbsp;

Three more NPHS Bulldogs are headed to compete athletically at the next level! Here you can find photos and interviews with the athletes from their signing day!&nbsp;Congratulations go out to these athletes:<h2>Cody Wright - Hastings College for Football&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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NPHS Activities: Three Bulldogs sign NLI's 

Story by NU Athletic Communications&nbsp;

Behind a career-high 25 points from Lat Mayen, Nebraska put together its most complete effort of the season in a 72-51 win over Rutgers Monday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Mayen scorched the nets, hitting 9-fo-11 from the field, including 5-of-7 from 3-point range, as Nebraska led wire to wire. He had 20 of his points in the first half, as the Huskers raced out to a 43-25 cushion.

Mayen was one of three Huskers in double figures, as Derrick Walker posted a career-high 14 points and six rebounds, while Trey McGowens added 12 points and five assists.

The Huskers (7-17, 3-14 Big Ten) shot 52 percent from the field, including 55 percent in the opening stanza, and had 19 assists, including 14 in the first half.

Nebraska limited Rutgers (13-10, 9-10 Big Ten) to just 39 percent shooting, including 3-of-23 from 3-point ranger and out-rebounded the Scarlet Knight, 38-28.

The Huskers' 21-point lead is the largest margin of victory over a conference opponent since they defeated the Scarlet Knights by 24 on Jan. 6, 2016.

Jacob Young led the Scarlet Knights with 12 points on the night while Ron Harper Jr. added 10.

The Huskers close the regular season on the road, next meeting No. 5 Iowa in Iowa City on Thursday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. (CT) with television coverage by the Big Ten Network and radio coverage from the Learfield IMG College Husker Sports Network.

Story by NU Athletic Communications&nbsp;Behind a career-high 25 points from Lat Mayen, Nebraska put together its most complete effort of the season in a 72-51 win over Rutgers Monday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena.Mayen scorched the nets, hitting 9-fo-11 from the field, including 5-of-7 from 3-point range, as Nebraska led wire to wire. He had 20 of his points in the first half, as the Huskers raced out to a 43-25 cushion.Mayen was one of three Huskers in double figures, as Derrick Walker posted a career-high 14 points and six rebounds, while Trey McGowens added 12 points and five assists.The Huskers (7-17, 3-14 Big Ten) shot 52 percent from the field, including 55 percent in the opening stanza, and had 19 assists, including 14 in the first half.Nebraska limited Rutgers (13-10, 9-10 Big Ten) to just 39 percent shooting, including 3-of-23 from 3-point ranger and out-rebounded the Scarlet Knight, 38-28.The Huskers' 21-point lead is the largest margin of victory over a conference opponent since they defeated the Scarlet Knights by 24 on Jan. 6, 2016.Jacob Young led the Scarlet Knights with 12 points on the night while Ron Harper Jr. added 10.The Huskers close the regular season on the road, next meeting No. 5 Iowa in Iowa City on Thursday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. (CT) with television coverage by the Big Ten Network and radio coverage from the Learfield IMG College Husker Sports Network.

Mayen's Career Night Lifts Huskers Over Rutgers

Central Valley 53, Osmond 37 Falls City Sacred Heart 53, Medicine Valley 22 North Platte St. Patrick's 77, Creighton 44 Southern Valley 50, BDS 44 Tri County 72, Hershey 53

Boys Basketball:&nbsp;Central Valley 53, Osmond 37 Falls City Sacred Heart 53, Medicine Valley 22 North Platte St. Patrick's 77, Creighton 44 Southern Valley 50, BDS 44 Tri County 72, Hershey 53

Area Sports: Boys Basketball scores from 3/1

On Monday news came down from Team Jack that Andy Hoffman, the co-founder of the organization had passed away from glioblastoma.&nbsp; Hoffman helped raise millions of dollars in the pursuit of child cancer research after his son Jack was diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of five. Jack Hoffman would go on to have a touchdown run in the 2013 Nebraska spring game.&nbsp;

Team Jack was saddened by his passing and put out a statement:&nbsp;

"Andy was our fearless leader who loved his family with all his heart. His tenacity for fighting childhood brain cancer is how he met every challenge including his own fight with brain cancer. Andy Hoffman, we love you and will miss you, and we promise to honor your legacy by fighting harder than ever for kids with brain cancer. Please keep Andy’s family in your prayers during this incredibly difficult time."

The Team Jack Foundation has raised over $8 million since its inception. You can find more information on the foundation on <a href="https://teamjackfoundation.org/">their website.</a>&nbsp;

On Monday news came down from Team Jack that Andy Hoffman, the co-founder of the organization had passed away from glioblastoma.&nbsp; Hoffman helped raise millions of dollars in the pursuit of child cancer research after his son Jack was diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of five. Jack Hoffman would go on to have a touchdown run in the 2013 Nebraska spring game.&nbsp;Team Jack was saddened by his passing and put out a statement:&nbsp;"Andy was our fearless leader who loved his family with all his heart. His tenacity for fighting childhood brain cancer is how he met every challenge including his own fight with brain cancer. Andy Hoffman, we love you and will miss you, and we promise to honor your legacy by fighting harder than ever for kids with brain cancer. Please keep Andy’s family in your prayers during this incredibly difficult time."The Team Jack Foundation has raised over $8 million since its inception. You can find more information on the foundation on <a href="https://teamjackfoundation.org/">their website.</a>&nbsp;

Andy Hoffman co-founder of Team Jack passes away

Nebraska Men's basketball head coach Fred Hoiberg announced on Monday that player Teddy Allen would not finish the season with Nebraska basketball.&nbsp;

“I enjoyed the opportunity to coach Teddy over the past year,” Hoiberg said. “We will support him as he finishes the spring semester and wish him nothing but the best going forward.”

Allen has been an electric scorer for the Huskers, recently putting up 41 points in a game, the second-most in school history. Allen played one year of basketball for Western Nebraska a Junior College located in Scottsbluff.

Allen, in his own statement, was appreciative of his time with the Husker program:&nbsp;

“I would like to thank Coach Hoiberg and his coaching staff for allowing me to come back to Nebraska and have the opportunity to play basketball in the best conference in the country” Allen said. “I appreciate the support I’ve received from everyone in the program. I am thankful for the love I have received from my teammates and the relationships we have built over the last year. I also want to give a special thank you to the Husker fans for their encouragement and support.

“After a lot of thought over the last few days, I have made the decision to focus on getting fully healthy in preparation for the next step in my basketball journey. I will continue to stay at Nebraska for the spring semester and work toward graduation. I am looking forward to what the future holds, as I explore my options.”

Nebraska Men's basketball head coach Fred Hoiberg announced on Monday that player Teddy Allen would not finish the season with Nebraska basketball.&nbsp;“I enjoyed the opportunity to coach Teddy over the past year,” Hoiberg said. “We will support him as he finishes the spring semester and wish him nothing but the best going forward.”Allen has been an electric scorer for the Huskers, recently putting up 41 points in a game, the second-most in school history. Allen played one year of basketball for Western Nebraska a Junior College located in Scottsbluff.Allen, in his own statement, was appreciative of his time with the Husker program:&nbsp;“I would like to thank Coach Hoiberg and his coaching staff for allowing me to come back to Nebraska and have the opportunity to play basketball in the best conference in the country” Allen said. “I appreciate the support I’ve received from everyone in the program. I am thankful for the love I have received from my teammates and the relationships we have built over the last year. I also want to give a special thank you to the Husker fans for their encouragement and support.“After a lot of thought over the last few days, I have made the decision to focus on getting fully healthy in preparation for the next step in my basketball journey. I will continue to stay at Nebraska for the spring semester and work toward graduation. I am looking forward to what the future holds, as I explore my options.”

Husker MBB: Teddy Allen leaves team

Nebraska's veterans made the plays down the stretch, as Nebraska snapped a five-game losing streak with an 78-74 victory over Minnesota Saturday night.

Kobe Webster, Thorir Thorbjarnarson and Derrick Walker combined for the Huskers final nine points after Minnesota whittled a 13-point deficit to 69-66 with 2:39 left.

Thorbjarnarson found Walker for a pair of baskets, the second made it a 73-68 lead with 1:38 left. Walker finished with career highs with 12 points and nine rebounds in 31 minutes.

Minnesota, behind a 41-point effort from Marcus Carr, pulled to with 74-73 with 13.6 seconds left, but Webster sank a pair of free throws to push the lead to four with 8.5 seconds. After Minnesota was within 76-74, Thorbjarnarson iced the game by going 2-of-2 from the line with 4.0 seconds remaining.

Thorbjarnarson and Webster finished with 10 points apiece, as five Huskers (6-17, 2-14) finished in double figures in the win. Dalano Banton paced the Huskers with 14 points and seven rebounds, as he had seven points in an 11-2 Husker run that turned a 53-49 lead into a 13-point cushion with 8:17 remaining.

Trey McGowens had 11 points and five of the Huskers' 19 assists, as Nebraska shot 55 percent, including 9-of-17 from 3-point range.

Carr led Minnesota (13-12, 6-12) with 41 points, matching the most in a Big Ten game this season set earlier this week by Teddy Allen. NU made him work for his points, as he went 11-of-27 from the field and 13-of-16 from the line. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 12 points, but the Gophers were held to 34 percent shooting, including 8-of-30 from long range.

The Huskers play their final home game of the season Monday, March 1, as they host Rutgers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. with television coverage by the Big Ten Network and radio coverage from the Learfield IMG Husker Sports Network.

Story by NU Athletic CommunicationsNebraska's veterans made the plays down the stretch, as Nebraska snapped a five-game losing streak with an 78-74 victory over Minnesota Saturday night.Kobe Webster, Thorir Thorbjarnarson and Derrick Walker combined for the Huskers final nine points after Minnesota whittled a 13-point deficit to 69-66 with 2:39 left.Thorbjarnarson found Walker for a pair of baskets, the second made it a 73-68 lead with 1:38 left. Walker finished with career highs with 12 points and nine rebounds in 31 minutes.Minnesota, behind a 41-point effort from Marcus Carr, pulled to with 74-73 with 13.6 seconds left, but Webster sank a pair of free throws to push the lead to four with 8.5 seconds. After Minnesota was within 76-74, Thorbjarnarson iced the game by going 2-of-2 from the line with 4.0 seconds remaining.Thorbjarnarson and Webster finished with 10 points apiece, as five Huskers (6-17, 2-14) finished in double figures in the win. Dalano Banton paced the Huskers with 14 points and seven rebounds, as he had seven points in an 11-2 Husker run that turned a 53-49 lead into a 13-point cushion with 8:17 remaining.Trey McGowens had 11 points and five of the Huskers' 19 assists, as Nebraska shot 55 percent, including 9-of-17 from 3-point range.Carr led Minnesota (13-12, 6-12) with 41 points, matching the most in a Big Ten game this season set earlier this week by Teddy Allen. NU made him work for his points, as he went 11-of-27 from the field and 13-of-16 from the line. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 12 points, but the Gophers were held to 34 percent shooting, including 8-of-30 from long range.The Huskers play their final home game of the season Monday, March 1, as they host Rutgers at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. with television coverage by the Big Ten Network and radio coverage from the Learfield IMG Husker Sports Network.

Huskers Top Gophers, 78-74

Story by Daniel Stinman Area Director of Marketing and Public Information

La Junta, Colo. – The North Platte Community College men’s basketball team had their final run fall short as the Rattlers of Otero Junior College earned the victory on Saturday afternoon, 79-75.

Knights jumped out to an early 4-3 advantage in the opening 3:14 of action. The Rattlers responded going on a 6-2 run over the next two minutes to take their first lead of the game, 9-8.

German Plotnikov responded for the Knights at the free throw line getting both to fall to reclaim the lead with 15:16 to play in the first half, 10-9. Knights pushed their lead back to three as Danilo Matovic rattled one through with 11:16 remaining in the half, 16-13.

Rattlers responded going on a 12-2 run over the next three minutes to retake the lead and push the deficit to six, 25-18. Knights offense hit their mark over the next three minutes and cut the deficit to three as Jason Eubank connected from downtown, 29-26.

The Knights continued their run as Trevon Dennis tied the game on an open three pointer and Eubank pushed the Knights lead back to four with 3:15 to play, 34-30. The Knights held off the Rattlers for the remainder of the half and took a 39-37 lead into the break.

In the second half, the Knights opened up a four-point advantage in the opening seconds, before the Rattlers 4-0 spurt tied the game back up at 41-41 with 17:42 to play. Knights regained a three-point advantage as Timur Krupalija banged off a few defenders before laying it in, 49-46.

The momentum switched hands over the next six minutes as the Rattlers went on a 14-2 run to retake the lead and stretch their advantage to 60-51 with 8:28 to play. The Knights trimmed the deficit down to four with 3:05 to play as Nahum Pasteurin found a hole in the defense and got his runner to fall over the outstretched hands of two defenders, 66-62.

Inside a minute to play, the Knights cut the deficit to two as Eubank was fouled attacking the basket and had to earn the free points at the foul line, 75-73. The Rattlers responded in transition and pushed their lead to four as the clock ran out on the Knights comeback.

The Knights finished the game with five players in double digits including Eubank (18), Plotnikov (14), Matovic (11), Dennis (10), and Pasteurin (10). Dennis led the Knights on the glass with eight rebounds on the afternoon.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Knights (2-8) will travel to McCook, Neb. on Tuesday, March 2 for a matchup with the Indians of McCook Community College. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. inside the Peter &amp; Dolores Graff Events Center.

Story by Daniel Stinman Area Director of Marketing and Public InformationLa Junta, Colo. – The North Platte Community College men’s basketball team had their final run fall short as the Rattlers of Otero Junior College earned the victory on Saturday afternoon, 79-75.Knights jumped out to an early 4-3 advantage in the opening 3:14 of action. The Rattlers responded going on a 6-2 run over the next two minutes to take their first lead of the game, 9-8.German Plotnikov responded for the Knights at the free throw line getting both to fall to reclaim the lead with 15:16 to play in the first half, 10-9. Knights pushed their lead back to three as Danilo Matovic rattled one through with 11:16 remaining in the half, 16-13.Rattlers responded going on a 12-2 run over the next three minutes to retake the lead and push the deficit to six, 25-18. Knights offense hit their mark over the next three minutes and cut the deficit to three as Jason Eubank connected from downtown, 29-26.The Knights continued their run as Trevon Dennis tied the game on an open three pointer and Eubank pushed the Knights lead back to four with 3:15 to play, 34-30. The Knights held off the Rattlers for the remainder of the half and took a 39-37 lead into the break.In the second half, the Knights opened up a four-point advantage in the opening seconds, before the Rattlers 4-0 spurt tied the game back up at 41-41 with 17:42 to play. Knights regained a three-point advantage as Timur Krupalija banged off a few defenders before laying it in, 49-46.The momentum switched hands over the next six minutes as the Rattlers went on a 14-2 run to retake the lead and stretch their advantage to 60-51 with 8:28 to play. The Knights trimmed the deficit down to four with 3:05 to play as Nahum Pasteurin found a hole in the defense and got his runner to fall over the outstretched hands of two defenders, 66-62.Inside a minute to play, the Knights cut the deficit to two as Eubank was fouled attacking the basket and had to earn the free points at the foul line, 75-73. The Rattlers responded in transition and pushed their lead to four as the clock ran out on the Knights comeback.The Knights finished the game with five players in double digits including Eubank (18), Plotnikov (14), Matovic (11), Dennis (10), and Pasteurin (10). Dennis led the Knights on the glass with eight rebounds on the afternoon.&nbsp;&nbsp;Knights (2-8) will travel to McCook, Neb. on Tuesday, March 2 for a matchup with the Indians of McCook Community College. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. inside the Peter &amp; Dolores Graff Events Center.

Knights suffer loss to Otero Junior College on Saturday afternoon

Story by Daniel Stinman Area Director of Marketing and Public Information

La Junta, Colo. – North Platte Community College women’s basketball team squared off with the Otero Junior College on Saturday afternoon in La Junta, Colo. The Knights could not overcome a big third quarter by the Rattlers as the home team emerged victorious at the McDivitt Center Gymnasium, 81-67.

Knights jumped out to an 11-8 advantage in the first nine minutes of action against the Rattlers. Jennessy Aragon-Dennis extended the Knights lead to six in the closing minute of the first quarter when Kayla Pope found her teammate in the deep corner for an open three pointer, 14-8. Pope added to the lead in the final seconds connecting on the front end of a two-shot foul as the Knights led after one, 15-8.

The Rattlers trimmed the Knights lead to one in the opening minutes of the second quarter. Pope answered for the Knights as Janay Brauer kicked the ball out from lane to her teammate for an open three to extend the lead back to four, 20-16.

Rattlers wouldn’t let the Knights push their lead any further than four over the next 5:30 of the quarter. The Rattlers cut the deficit to one and eventually took the lead at the 2:45 mark of the quarter, before Pope responded with a running floater to give the Knights back the lead with 2:37 to play, 29-28. Rattlers quickly answered and outscored the Knights 6-2 to take the 34-31 advantage into the break.

Diamond Moore-Heath added the Knights first basket of the half just nineteen seconds into the third quarter to cut the deficit to one, 34-33. The Rattlers responded going on a 10-2 run to stretch their lead to nine by the 6:54 mark of the quarter.

Janay Brauer halted the run momentarily on a deep corner three before the Rattlers offense exploded again for another 11-0 run, to push their lead to seventeen with 5:03 to play, 55-38. The Knights were held to only one more field goal for the remainder of the quarter as the Rattlers pushed their lead to twenty-five at the quarter break, 69-44.

The Knights responded in the fourth quarter cutting the deficit to fourteen as Moore-Heath rebounded her own shot and laid it off the glass for two with 5:52 to play, 72-58. The Knights continued to work on the offensive end answering the Rattlers baskets for the next three minutes.

Trailing 77-63, Jocylin Sellers cut the deficit to twelve after she hit both free throws with 1:29 to play. The Rattlers added the final basket in the closing twenty seconds of the game to close out the Knights.

Moore-Heath (15), Pope (13), and Brauer (10) rounded out the double-digit scorers for the Knights on the afternoon.

Knights (3-8) will continue their four-game road trip as they journey to McCook, Neb. to take on the Indians of McCook Community College on Tuesday, March 2. The Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference matchup will tip-off at 5:00 p.m. inside the Peter &amp; Dolores Graff Events Center.

Story by Daniel Stinman Area Director of Marketing and Public Information La Junta, Colo. – North Platte Community College women’s basketball team squared off with the Otero Junior College on Saturday afternoon in La Junta, Colo. The Knights could not overcome a big third quarter by the Rattlers as the home team emerged victorious at the McDivitt Center Gymnasium, 81-67.Knights jumped out to an 11-8 advantage in the first nine minutes of action against the Rattlers. Jennessy Aragon-Dennis extended the Knights lead to six in the closing minute of the first quarter when Kayla Pope found her teammate in the deep corner for an open three pointer, 14-8. Pope added to the lead in the final seconds connecting on the front end of a two-shot foul as the Knights led after one, 15-8.The Rattlers trimmed the Knights lead to one in the opening minutes of the second quarter. Pope answered for the Knights as Janay Brauer kicked the ball out from lane to her teammate for an open three to extend the lead back to four, 20-16.Rattlers wouldn’t let the Knights push their lead any further than four over the next 5:30 of the quarter. The Rattlers cut the deficit to one and eventually took the lead at the 2:45 mark of the quarter, before Pope responded with a running floater to give the Knights back the lead with 2:37 to play, 29-28. Rattlers quickly answered and outscored the Knights 6-2 to take the 34-31 advantage into the break.Diamond Moore-Heath added the Knights first basket of the half just nineteen seconds into the third quarter to cut the deficit to one, 34-33. The Rattlers responded going on a 10-2 run to stretch their lead to nine by the 6:54 mark of the quarter.Janay Brauer halted the run momentarily on a deep corner three before the Rattlers offense exploded again for another 11-0 run, to push their lead to seventeen with 5:03 to play, 55-38. The Knights were held to only one more field goal for the remainder of the quarter as the Rattlers pushed their lead to twenty-five at the quarter break, 69-44.The Knights responded in the fourth quarter cutting the deficit to fourteen as Moore-Heath rebounded her own shot and laid it off the glass for two with 5:52 to play, 72-58. The Knights continued to work on the offensive end answering the Rattlers baskets for the next three minutes.Trailing 77-63, Jocylin Sellers cut the deficit to twelve after she hit both free throws with 1:29 to play. The Rattlers added the final basket in the closing twenty seconds of the game to close out the Knights.Moore-Heath (15), Pope (13), and Brauer (10) rounded out the double-digit scorers for the Knights on the afternoon.Knights (3-8) will continue their four-game road trip as they journey to McCook, Neb. to take on the Indians of McCook Community College on Tuesday, March 2. The Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference matchup will tip-off at 5:00 p.m. inside the Peter &amp; Dolores Graff Events Center.

Big third quarter pushes Rattlers over Knights

Blair 51, Alliance 43 Bridgeport 56, Oakland-Craig 46 Chase County 71, Amherst 55 (OT) Lincoln North Star 67, North Platte 39 Mullen 67, Hay Springs 29 Osceola 52, Paxton 42 Wayne 47, Ogallala 39&nbsp;&nbsp;

Boys Basketball:Blair 51, Alliance 43 Bridgeport 56, Oakland-Craig 46 Chase County 71, Amherst 55 (OT) Lincoln North Star 67, North Platte 39 Mullen 67, Hay Springs 29 Osceola 52, Paxton 42 Wayne 47, Ogallala 39&nbsp;&nbsp;

Area Sports: Basketball scores from 2/27

The Nebraska School Activities Association has released the brackets for the 2021 Girl's State Basketball Tournament.

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NSAA releases Girl's State Basketball brackets; Lady Dawgs face Fremont in first round

2.27.2021 DISTRICT Basketball NPHS Boys @ Lincoln North Star - LIVESTREAM

Story by Mid-Plains Community College Marketing and Public Information

Trinidad, Colo. – The Knights final run falls short as the Trojans of Trinidad State Junior College earn the victory on Friday night, 81-68.&nbsp;

North Platte Community College jumped out to an 8-2 advantage as German Plotnikov laid one of the glass just two minutes into the action on Friday night. The Trojans halted the Knights momentum and cut the deficit to one possession less than a minute later, 8-6.

The Knights stretched their lead back to six as Jason Eubank cut through the lane and laid one off the glass with 13:08 to play in the first half, 17-11. Trojans offense responded again going on an 8-2 run to take their first lead of the game with&nbsp;9:13 remaining in the half, 20-19.

The Trojans lead grew over the next six minutes as Trinidad State used an 14-4 run to stretch their lead to 32-24. Closing in on the final minutes of the first half, the Knights attempted to cut into the Trojans lead but were stopped short as Trinidad State carried a 37-30 lead into the break.

Out of the break, the Trojans expanded their lead to ten just forty seconds into the second half, 40-30. Danilo Matovic responded for the Knights by hitting a contested three to put the deficit back to seven with 17:13 to play.

The Trojans responded pushing their lead back to double digits by the 14:45 mark as they began to heat up from the outside. Knights made one last run to change the momentum of the game cutting the deficit to seven inside three minutes to play on a Eubank jumper, 69-62.

Trojans silenced the momentum shift by outscoring the Knights 12-6 over the final minutes to claim the 81-68 victory.

Knights finished the night with four scorers in double digits including Plotnikov (19), Eubank (15), Matovic (14), and Timur Krupalija (11).

The Knights fall to 2-7 on the year and will look to rebound tomorrow as they travel to La Junta, Colo. to take on Otero Junior College Rattlers. This will be the first meeting between the Knights and Rattlers this season. Tip-off is set for 4:00 p.m.

Story by Mid-Plains Community College Marketing and Public InformationTrinidad, Colo. – The Knights final run falls short as the Trojans of Trinidad State Junior College earn the victory on Friday night, 81-68.&nbsp;North Platte Community College jumped out to an 8-2 advantage as German Plotnikov laid one of the glass just two minutes into the action on Friday night. The Trojans halted the Knights momentum and cut the deficit to one possession less than a minute later, 8-6.The Knights stretched their lead back to six as Jason Eubank cut through the lane and laid one off the glass with 13:08 to play in the first half, 17-11. Trojans offense responded again going on an 8-2 run to take their first lead of the game with&nbsp;9:13 remaining in the half, 20-19.The Trojans lead grew over the next six minutes as Trinidad State used an 14-4 run to stretch their lead to 32-24. Closing in on the final minutes of the first half, the Knights attempted to cut into the Trojans lead but were stopped short as Trinidad State carried a 37-30 lead into the break.Out of the break, the Trojans expanded their lead to ten just forty seconds into the second half, 40-30. Danilo Matovic responded for the Knights by hitting a contested three to put the deficit back to seven with 17:13 to play.The Trojans responded pushing their lead back to double digits by the 14:45 mark as they began to heat up from the outside. Knights made one last run to change the momentum of the game cutting the deficit to seven inside three minutes to play on a Eubank jumper, 69-62.Trojans silenced the momentum shift by outscoring the Knights 12-6 over the final minutes to claim the 81-68 victory.Knights finished the night with four scorers in double digits including Plotnikov (19), Eubank (15), Matovic (14), and Timur Krupalija (11).The Knights fall to 2-7 on the year and will look to rebound tomorrow as they travel to La Junta, Colo. to take on Otero Junior College Rattlers. This will be the first meeting between the Knights and Rattlers this season. Tip-off is set for 4:00 p.m.

Final run falls short as Trojans defeat Knights

Story and Photo by Mid Plains Community College Marketing and Public Information

Trinidad, Colo. – North Platte Community College women's basketball fell victim to a late run by Trinidad State Junior College on Friday evening, falling by a final score of 70-60 in the Region IX matchup.

Story and Photo by Mid Plains Community College Marketing and Public InformationTrinidad, Colo. – North Platte Community College women's basketball fell victim to a late run by Trinidad State Junior College on Friday evening, falling by a final score of 70-60 in the Region IX matchup.“It is always hard to win on the road,” said head coach Jeff Thurman. “We will learn from this experience and continue to get better.”In the opening quarter the Knights fell behind early as the Trojans jumped out to a 4-0 advantage. The Knights cut the deficit to one on their next possession as Janay Brauer connected on a deep three from the right wing, 4-3. Trojans responded going on an 8-2 run to stretch their lead to seven with 5:36 to play, 12-5.Kayla Pope added four points for the Knights over the next sixty seconds, but the Knights trailed the Trojans after one quarter of play, 20-11.In the second quarter, the Trojans extended their lead to eleven with 4:59 remaining, 31-20. The Knights responded over the final four minutes going on a 11-4 run and trimming the deficit to four on a three pointer by Jada Ballard in the closing seconds, 35-31.In the early stages of the third quarter, the Knights used their momentum to tie the game up just fifty seconds into the quarter. Strong defensive pressure by the Knights forced a Trojans turnover and Ballard laid it off the glass in transition to knot it up at 35-35.The Trojans responded going on a 13-3 run over the next five minutes to reclaim the lead, 48-38. The Knights attempted to cut back into the ten-point deficit as they came within six points after Pope got her layup to fall with 2:44 to play in the third quarter. Trojans answered as they added two more buckets and extended their lead back to ten to close out the third quarter, 52-42.Diamond Moore-Heath cut the deficit to nine by the 5:29 mark of the fourth quarter, but the Trojans limited the Knights to just ten points in the remaining minutes to earn the 70-60 victory.Knights finished the night with four starters in double digits including Brauer (15), Moore-Heath (12), Pope (13), and Ballard (13). Moore-Heath led the Knights on the glass with ten rebounds for her fourth double-double of the year.Knights (3-7) will be back on the road tomorrow Saturday, February 27 for a Region IX matchup against the Otero Junior College (3-2). Tip-off is set for 2:00 p.m. in La Junta, Colo.