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Weather delay pushes back start of Class B Girls State Golf Tournament in Scottsbluff
Weather delay pushes back start of Class B Girls State Golf Tournament in Scottsbluff

The start of the Class B Girls State Golf Tournament in Scottsbluff has been delayed one hour due to weather. Sidney, Gering, Scottsbluff and Alliance golfers will now tee off starting at 10 a.m.

Colorado sports notes: Rantanen, Robertson score in shootout, Stars top Avs, 5-4

Colorado sports notes: Rantanen, Robertson score in shootout, Stars top Avs, 5-4

Jason Robertson and Mikko Rantanen scored shootout goals, Jake Oettinger stopped Nathan MacKinnon on Colorado’s final shot, and the Dallas Stars beat the Avalanche 5-4.

College football roundup: Kaidon Salter throws 2 TD passes, Colorado's defense shines in 24-17 win over No. 22 Iowa State

College football roundup: Kaidon Salter throws 2 TD passes, Colorado's defense shines in 24-17 win over No. 22 Iowa State

Colorado's defense made a significant impact in a 24-17 win over No. 22 Iowa State.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 11

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 11

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 11

Bemidji State holds back Wildcats 26-21

Bemidji State holds back Wildcats 26-21

Bemidji State built a 24-14 halftime lead, then held off Wayne State in the second half for a 26-21 Northern Sun Conference football victory over the Wildcats

Red Raiders Roll on Homecoming, Shut Out Chase County 46-0

Red Raiders Roll on Homecoming, Shut Out Chase County 46-0

The Class C-1 No. 5 Sidney Red Raiders celebrated Homecoming in dominant fashion Friday night, blanking Chase County 46-0 for their fourth shutout of the season. Sidney improved to 7-0, while the Longhorns dropped to 1-6.

Eagles notes: Chadron State falls to Adams State in four sets

Eagles notes: Chadron State falls to Adams State in four sets

Chadron State won the first set, then lost the next three all by the minimum two points, coming up short 21-25, 27-25, 25-23, 26-24 to the Adams State Grizzlies on Friday night in Alamosa. 

Jackson Brousseau guides Colorado State to 49-21 romp over Fresno State

Jackson Brousseau guides Colorado State to 49-21 romp over Fresno State

Jackson Brousseau followed a 73-yard touchdown run by Justin Marshall with three first-half touchdown passes and Colorado State cruised to a 49-21 victory over Fresno State.

Wolfpack Win A Wild One

Wolfpack Win A Wild One

ELGIN - Neligh-Oakdale suffered their first loss of the season Friday night, as Elgin Public-Pope John came out on top of a back-and-forth affair 38-26.

#10 Pierce runs all over Wayne

#10 Pierce runs all over Wayne

The Blue Jays racked up over 400 yards rushing in their 48-26 win

North Platte sweeps team titles at Sidney Cross Country Invite

North Platte sweeps team titles at Sidney Cross Country Invite

North Platte swept both the boys and girls team titles at the Sidney Cross Country Invite.

Colorado sports notes: Broncos owner praises job by coach Sean Payton and outlines big plans for new stadium

Colorado sports notes: Broncos owner praises job by coach Sean Payton and outlines big plans for new stadium

Broncos owner and CEO Greg Penner says coach Sean Payton’s “culture of high expectations” has changed the trajectory of the team since the last time Denver played in London.

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 10

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 10

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 10

Beatrice wins district title, heading back to state tournament

Beatrice wins district title, heading back to state tournament

The Beatrice Lady Orange will officially have a chance to defend their Class B State Championship. 

Beatrice off to district final, after tight contest with Seward

Beatrice off to district final, after tight contest with Seward

Lady Orange softball battled through a tough start to the postseason, but survives, knocking off Seward 4-2. 

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Mount Marty preview

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Mount Marty preview

Doane head coach Jonathan Johnson details what went wrong last week against Dakota Wesleyan, what his team is focused on this week against Mount Marty, and how his Tigers can learn not just to trust the process, but love it.

Tinsman, senior leadership leading Hastings High Softball into postseason

Tinsman, senior leadership leading Hastings High Softball into postseason

The 2025 Tiger Softball team is ready to make a deep postseason run behind the top state pitcher in Class B plus a versatile and selfless lineup.

Lady Longhorn Volleyball Team has winning record this season

Lady Longhorn Volleyball Team has winning record this season

The Lady Longhorn Volleyball Team has seen major improvement with a winning record so far this season.

Eagles Notes: Kleve Wins Medalist Honors in Billings

Eagles Notes: Kleve Wins Medalist Honors in Billings

Macy Kleve shot 1-over-par 73 on Tuesday, the best score of the day in the entire field, to win outright individual medalist honors with a two-day score of 6-over-par 150 at the Yellowjacket Fall Invitational.

Martin Necas scores 2 goals, and the Avalanche rout the Kings 4-1 in a dominant season opener

Martin Necas scores 2 goals, and the Avalanche rout the Kings 4-1 in a dominant season opener

Martin Necas scored two goals, Nathan MacKinnon had two assists to become the leading scorer in Avalanche history, and Colorado opened the regular season with a 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings.

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 7

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 7

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Oct. 7

North Platte downs WNCC in five sets

North Platte downs WNCC in five sets

North Platte Community College’s Khloee Wright pounded down 20 kills and the Knights won the fourth and fifth sets to defeat Western Nebraska Community College on Tuesday.

Auburn Fends Off Lourdes Central Catholic in Volleyball Rivalry Tuesday Night

Auburn Fends Off Lourdes Central Catholic in Volleyball Rivalry Tuesday Night

AUBURN, NE - The Lourdes Central Catholic Knights hit the road to take on the Auburn Bulldogs Tuesday night and fell in five sets after taking the third and fourth sets to tie the match up.

Sidney golfers qualify for state at district meet in Nebraska City

Sidney golfers qualify for state at district meet in Nebraska City

Sidney placed third at the Class B-3 District Meet in Nebraska City, punching their ticket to the state tournament Oct. 13–14 in Scottsbluff.

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska evolving ahead of road tests

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska evolving ahead of road tests

The Huskers are the only defense in the nation giving up less than 100 yards passing per game

Homecoming Week kicks off with successful Powder Puff Volleyball Night

Homecoming Week kicks off with successful Powder Puff Volleyball Night

The Kimball Student Council organized a successful Powder Puff Volleyball event to kick off homecoming week.

Peru State College Announces 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Peru State College Announces 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

The 2025 Peru State College Athletic Hall of Fame class has been announced, with four individuals, one team, and a group of early cross country teams set to be enshrined this fall.

WNCC’s Gonzalez-Orozco named Region IX South Defensive Player of the Week

WNCC’s Gonzalez-Orozco named Region IX South Defensive Player of the Week

Western Nebraska Community College volleyball libero Alex Gonzalez-Orozco was named the Region IX South Defensive Player of the Week for her play in helping the Cougars to a 2-1 record last week.

Peru State College Shuts Out Clarke for Homecoming

Peru State College Shuts Out Clarke for Homecoming

PERU, NE - The Peru State football team delivered a commanding Homecoming performance on Saturday afternoon at the Oak Bowl, defeating Clarke (Iowa) 54-0.

Scottsbluff, Chadron advance to Nebraska high school girls state golf tournament

Scottsbluff, Chadron advance to Nebraska high school girls state golf tournament

Norris edges Scottsbluff by one stroke, and Valentine takes C-5 gold as area golfers punch their tickets to state.

Broncos swagger after pulling off stunning comeback against Eagles for biggest win in a decade

Broncos swagger after pulling off stunning comeback against Eagles for biggest win in a decade

The Denver Broncos swagger into London after pulling off a remarkable comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Monday's local scoreboard, Oct. 6

Monday's local scoreboard, Oct. 6

Monday's local scoreboard, Oct. 6

Rhule: Sack problems go beyond offensive line, Huskers turn attention to Maryland

Rhule: Sack problems go beyond offensive line, Huskers turn attention to Maryland

After a 38-27 win over Michigan State, the Huskers are preparing for their first true road game of the season as they travel to Maryland this weekend. 

Bulldogs Tame Tigers in Homecoming Win Friday Night

Bulldogs Tame Tigers in Homecoming Win Friday Night

AUBURN, NE - The Auburn Bulldogs grabbed their second win of the season in a dominant performance over Falls City to celebrate homecoming, 41-6, as heard on B103.

Lourdes Central Catholic Spoils Weeping Water Homecoming With 55-6 Triumph

Lourdes Central Catholic Spoils Weeping Water Homecoming With 55-6 Triumph

WEEPING WATER, NE - The Lourdes Central Catholic Knights continued their strong season on Friday, dominating Weeping Water in a battle of 4-1 teams, 55-6, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Cougar notes: WNCC men fall to Northwest in weather-shortened contest

Cougar notes: WNCC men fall to Northwest in weather-shortened contest

The Western Nebraska Community College men’s soccer team wrapped up the regular season Saturday in suffering a 3-0 weather-shortened contest to Northwest College at Landers Soccer Complex.

Broncos rally from 14-point deficit to hand Eagles their first loss of the season, 21-17

Broncos rally from 14-point deficit to hand Eagles their first loss of the season, 21-17

Bo Nix threw an 11-yard touchdown pass and J.K. Dobbins rushed for a 2-yard score in the fourth quarter as the Denver Broncos wiped out a 14-point deficit to hand the Philadelphia Eagles their first loss of the season, 21-17 on Sunday.

Chase County, Alliance capture team titles at Scottsbluff Distance Festival

Chase County, Alliance capture team titles at Scottsbluff Distance Festival

Chase County and Alliance took home team titles Friday at the Scottsbluff Distance Festival. Gering’s Axton Stone and Chadron’s Gracie Calkins won individual honors.

Husker Exclusive: A sit down with Cale Jacobsen and Sam Hoiberg

Husker Exclusive: A sit down with Cale Jacobsen and Sam Hoiberg

Husker Exclusive: A sit down Cale Jacobsen and Sam Hoiberg

INTERVIEW: Doane Head Coach Jonathon Johnson

INTERVIEW: Doane Head Coach Jonathon Johnson

INTERVIEW: Doane Head Coach Jonathon Johnson

TOP PLAYS - Dakota Wesleyan 33, Doane 7

TOP PLAYS - Dakota Wesleyan 33, Doane 7

Dakota Wesleyan spoiled Doane's homecoming, leaving Crete with a 33-7 win. 

Eagles notes: Chadron State romps Adams State 45-2

Eagles notes: Chadron State romps Adams State 45-2

The Chadron State College football team dominated both sides of the line of scrimmage while romping past Adams State 45-2 in a Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference game played at Alamosa, Colorado on Saturday. 

Josh Hoover accounts for 5 TDs as TCU beats Colorado 35-21

Josh Hoover accounts for 5 TDs as TCU beats Colorado 35-21

Josh Hoover threw two of his four touchdowns to Eric McAlister and ran for another score as TCU overcame a two-TD deficit and beat Colorado 35-21.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 4

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 4

Saturday's local scoreboard, Oct. 4

Huskers top Michigan State 38-27, in roller coaster contest

Huskers top Michigan State 38-27, in roller coaster contest

Nebraska improves to 4-1 on the season after a 38-27 win over Michigan State. 

Red Raiders Blank Ogallala, Stay Perfect at 6-0

Red Raiders Blank Ogallala, Stay Perfect at 6-0

The fifth-ranked Sidney Red Raiders continued their unbeaten run Friday night, shutting out Ogallala 33-0 to improve to 6-0 on the season. The win marked Sidney’s third shutout of the year, while the Indians dropped to 1-5.

WNCC soccer teams fall to Central Wyoming

WNCC soccer teams fall to Central Wyoming

The Western Nebraska Community College women’s and men’s soccer teams dropped Region IX contests to Central Wyoming College on Friday at Landers Soccer Complex.

Jayden Denegal leads San Diego State over Colorado State 45-24 in Mountain West opener

Jayden Denegal leads San Diego State over Colorado State 45-24 in Mountain West opener

Jayden Denegal threw two touchdown passes, Byron Caldwell Jr. and Lucky Sutton both rushed for over 100 yards and combined for three scores and San Diego State beat Colorado State 45-24 in a Mountain West Conference opener.

Ultra-efficient EMF too much for Tri County in Bobcats' home finale

Ultra-efficient EMF too much for Tri County in Bobcats' home finale

With a game-opening kick return TD serving as the table-setter, EMF scored touchdowns on all but two of its possessions, closing out its 2025 home slate with an electric win over Tri County.

Bobcats Ground Eagles With Big Plays and Turnovers

Bobcats Ground Eagles With Big Plays and Turnovers

NORFOLK - Summerland won in all three phases of the game, making big plays on offense, defense and special teams to win going away 49-12 over Lutheran High Northeast Friday night.

Stanton offense turns in second straight dominant performance

Stanton offense turns in second straight dominant performance

The Mustangs have outscored their last two opponents by a combined 109 points

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 3

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 3

Friday's local scoreboard, Oct. 3

Fans invited to name Grand Island’s Diamond Baseball League team

Fans invited to name Grand Island’s Diamond Baseball League team

Fans can submit their ideas for the franchise’s official name by participating in the “Name The Team” contest at www.giparks.com/nametheteam.

High school football Friday night preview: Tri County head coach Caleb Armstrong

High school football Friday night preview: Tri County head coach Caleb Armstrong

Tri County head coach Caleb Armstrong previews his Trojans' game against EMF - watch it live on Friday, October 3 at 7 PM on News Channel Nebraska!

High school football Friday night preview: EMF head coach Kory Kahlandt

High school football Friday night preview: EMF head coach Kory Kahlandt

EMF head coach Kory Kahlandt previews his Bobcats' game against Tri County - watch it live on Friday, October 3 at 7 PM on News Channel Nebraska!

Leyton stays unbeaten with 71-21 win over Creek Valley

Leyton stays unbeaten with 71-21 win over Creek Valley

Leyton stayed perfect with a 71-21 win over Creek Valley Thursday, powered by Alec Watchorn’s four-touchdown night. The Warriors face No. 1 Garden County next week.

Colorado sports notes: Nikola Jokic's plan to stay with the Nuggets forever and the offseason moves that energized him

Colorado sports notes: Nikola Jokic's plan to stay with the Nuggets forever and the offseason moves that energized him

The Nuggets have made significant offseason moves to support Nikola Jokic and strengthen their team.

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 2

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 2

Thursday's local scoreboard, Oct. 2

Hastings Sodbusters baseball to shift ownership, join new league

Hastings Sodbusters baseball to shift ownership, join new league

The Hastings Sodbusters summer baseball team is transitioning to new ownership and a new league for the 2026 season, but isn't going anywhere new.

Colorado sports notes: Rockies GM Bill Schmidt steps down after one of the worst seasons in MLB history

Colorado sports notes: Rockies GM Bill Schmidt steps down after one of the worst seasons in MLB history

The Colorado Rockies say general manager Bill Schmidt has stepped down after one of the worst seasons in major league history.

Beatrice softball scaring programs single-season home run record, for second straight year

Beatrice softball scaring programs single-season home run record, for second straight year

For the second year in a row Beatrice softball has a chance to etch themselves in the program history books.

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Midland recap, Dakota Wesleyan preview

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Midland recap, Dakota Wesleyan preview

Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson discusses how his team's persistent belief helped lead them to a "gutsy" last-minute win over Midland, their first of the season.

Scottsbluff Rallies to Edge Sidney in Five-Set Thriller

Scottsbluff Rallies to Edge Sidney in Five-Set Thriller

The Sidney Lady Raiders let multiple match points slip away Tuesday night, and the Scottsbluff Bearcats took full advantage, storming back for a 3-2 win in a Western Conference volleyball battle.

Sidney wins Alliance Girls Golf Invite

Sidney wins Alliance Girls Golf Invite

Sidney took home the team title at Monday’s Alliance Girls Golf Invite, while Alliance’s Ryley Norris shot an 85 to win medalist honors. Scottsbluff and Chadron also placed golfers in the top 10.

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 30

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 30

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 30