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Murray’s career night powers Nebraska past Dayton in NCAA Tournament
Murray’s career night powers Nebraska past Dayton in NCAA Tournament

Behind a career performance from Harper Murray, the third-ranked Nebraska volleyball team defeated No. 23 Dayton 3-1 on Friday night in front of a packed crowd of 8,725 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Reports: John Butler promoted to defensive coordinator

Reports: John Butler promoted to defensive coordinator

Reports indicate Nebraska has their next defensive coordinator. 

'Full circle': Rhule excited for return to New York for Pinstripe Bowl

'Full circle': Rhule excited for return to New York for Pinstripe Bowl

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule grew up in New York and says the return to the city is a full circle moment. 

Scott Frost, UCF excited about reunion and school's future in Big 12

Scott Frost, UCF excited about reunion and school's future in Big 12

UCF promises a new era in its football program. The Knights are just returning to a familiar face to lead the way.

No. 25 Nebraska women roll past previously unbeaten Minnesota 84-65 in Big Ten opener

No. 25 Nebraska women roll past previously unbeaten Minnesota 84-65 in Big Ten opener

Amiah Hargrove came off the bench to hit back-to-back 3-pointers and eight straight points as No. 25 Nebraska built a 16-point lead after a quarter and rolled to an 84-65 win over previously unbeaten Minnesota in a Big Ten Conference opener.

Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl selects Huskers for Dec. 28 game

Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl selects Huskers for Dec. 28 game

Nebraska will make its return to the postseason in New York City as the Huskers have been selected to play in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. Nebraska will meet Boston College in the game, set for Saturday, Dec. 28 at Yankee Stadium.

Scott Frost returning to coach UCF two years after an unsuccessful run at Nebraska

Scott Frost returning to coach UCF two years after an unsuccessful run at Nebraska

Former Nebraska player and coach Scott Frost is heading back to UCF to take over the program he coached to its greatest season.

Huskers sweep Hurricanes to advance to NCAA Regional

Huskers sweep Hurricanes to advance to NCAA Regional

The third-ranked Nebraska volleyball team punched its ticket to the program's 40th NCAA Regional appearance with a 3-0 sweep of Miami Saturday night in front of 8,684 fans at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Akins and Michigan St. subs combine to ruin Nebraska's Big Ten opener with 89-52 win

Akins and Michigan St. subs combine to ruin Nebraska's Big Ten opener with 89-52 win

Jaden Akins scored 18 points and Jaxon Kohler finished a rebound shy of tying a career high with 12 and Michigan State throttled Nebraska 89-52.

Huskers dominate Rattlers in first round of NCAA Tournament

Huskers dominate Rattlers in first round of NCAA Tournament

Nebraska is moving on after a dominating round one win over FAMU

Shorts Joins Nebraska Football Coaching Staff

Shorts Joins Nebraska Football Coaching Staff

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule announced today the addition of Daikiel (pronounced duh-KEL) Shorts Jr. as Nebraska’s wide receivers coach.

Reilly, Rodriguez collect Big Ten Setter and Libero of the the Year honors

Reilly, Rodriguez collect Big Ten Setter and Libero of the the Year honors

Bergen Reilly and Lexi Rodriguez have been named Big Ten Setter and Libero of the Year.

Former Huskers playing volleyball in Grand Island

Former Huskers playing volleyball in Grand Island

Jordan Larson, Lauren Stivrins, Madi Kubik and Justine Wong-Orantes are coming to Grand Island Senior High to play volleyball.

Robinson Leads Eight Husker All-Big Ten Selections

Robinson Leads Eight Husker All-Big Ten Selections

Ty Robinson headlines a group of eight Huskers selected to the All-Big Ten teams announced Tuesday.

Markowski has double-double, No. 25 Nebraska women pull away from Lindenwood late for 69-48 win

Markowski has double-double, No. 25 Nebraska women pull away from Lindenwood late for 69-48 win

Alexis Markowski had five of her 11 points in the last 5 1/2 minutes and No. 25 Nebraska closed the game on a 16-0 run to defeat Lindenwood 69-48.

Nebraska Signs Holgorsen to Two-Year Contract

Nebraska Signs Holgorsen to Two-Year Contract

Holgorsen has signed a two-year contract to serve as the Huskers’ offensive coordinator.

Defensive Lineman Jimari Butler reportedly entering transfer portal

Defensive Lineman Jimari Butler reportedly entering transfer portal

Amid news of defensive coaching changes, another Husker plans to transfer.

White reportedly leaving Nebraska for ACC job

White reportedly leaving Nebraska for ACC job

The Nebraska associate head coach and defensive coordinator may be taking a similar position at Florida State University.

Nebraska earns No. 2 seed, hosts NCAA Tournament rounds in Lincoln

Nebraska earns No. 2 seed, hosts NCAA Tournament rounds in Lincoln

The Nebraska volleyball team has been named the No. 2 overall seed for the 2024 NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship, marking their 43rd consecutive tournament appearance.

Essegian's six 3s power Nebraska past North Florida 103-72 as Huskers prepare for Big 10 opener

Essegian's six 3s power Nebraska past North Florida 103-72 as Huskers prepare for Big 10 opener

Connor Essegian knocked down a career-high six 3-pointers for the second-straight game and Nebraska rolled to a 103-72 win over North Florida in the Cornhuskers’ final tune-up before opening Big 10 Conference play.

No. 2 Nebraska clinches share of Big Ten Title with win over Maryland

No. 2 Nebraska clinches share of Big Ten Title with win over Maryland

The Huskers turn their focus to the NCAA Tournament. The selection show airs Sunday at 5 p.m. CT on ESPN. Nebraska, seeking its sixth national championship, is expected to secure a high seed.

Drew Stevens' 53-yard field goal lifts Iowa over Nebraska 13-10

Drew Stevens' 53-yard field goal lifts Iowa over Nebraska 13-10

Drew Stevens kicked a 53-yard field goal as time expired as Iowa rallied to defeat Nebraska 13-10.

No. 4 Penn State snaps No. 2 Nebraska's 25-match win streak

No. 4 Penn State snaps No. 2 Nebraska's 25-match win streak

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team's 25-match win streak came to an end Friday night with a 3-1 (21-25, 25-14, 22-25, 23-25) loss to No. 4 Penn State in front of 6,597 fans at Rec Hall in University Park, Penn.

Connor Essegian scored 29 points and makes 6 3-pointers to help Nebraska beat South Dakota 96-79

Connor Essegian scored 29 points and makes 6 3-pointers to help Nebraska beat South Dakota 96-79

Connor Essegian scored a career-high 29 points and made six 3-pointers, Brice Williams added 21 points and four 3-pointers, and Nebraska beat South Dakota 96-79.

Huskers ready for top five showdown, two-game road trip to end regular season

Huskers ready for top five showdown, two-game road trip to end regular season

The second-ranked Husker volleyball team is set to wrap up regular season play this weekend. 

'Fire and passion': Nebraska linebacker John Bullock talks rivalry with Hawkeyes

'Fire and passion': Nebraska linebacker John Bullock talks rivalry with Hawkeyes

Bullock talks close losses and wins and how the rivalry has grown.

No. 25 Nebraska women take early control, beat Kansas City 84-38

No. 25 Nebraska women take early control, beat Kansas City 84-38

Callin Hake scored 10 of 16 of her points in the first half when No. 25 Nebraska took early control, Alexis Markowski added a double-double and the Cornhuskers went on to beat Kansas City 84-38.

Holgerson talks improvements, personnel juggling at tight end

Holgerson talks improvements, personnel juggling at tight end

Nebraska's offense heads into Iowa off their best showing of the year

NU Notes: Jacory Barney Jr. Earns Big Ten Honor

NU Notes: Jacory Barney Jr. Earns Big Ten Honor

Nebraska freshman wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. was named Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week Monday for his performance in Nebraska’s 44-25 win over Wisconsin.

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska offense opting for 'make-you-miss' type guy

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska offense opting for 'make-you-miss' type guy

Benning describes Emmett Johnson as a rhythm runner

Malachi Coleman transferring from Nebraska

Malachi Coleman transferring from Nebraska

Nebraska wide receiver Malachi Coleman announced Monday that he plans to transfer from Nebraska.

Krause picked by Omaha in Pro Volleyball Federation draft

Krause picked by Omaha in Pro Volleyball Federation draft

Nebraska senior Lindsay Krause is staying in the state for the next part of her volleyball career.

Beason taken with top spot in Pro Volleyball Federation draft

Beason taken with top spot in Pro Volleyball Federation draft

Nebraska senior Merritt Beason will have a professional volleyball career as the Atlanta Vibe have taken her No. 1 overall in the 2024 Pro Volleyball Federation draft.

Huskers sweep Badgers for senior night win

Huskers sweep Badgers for senior night win

On Senior Night, the No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team earned a sweep over No. 6 Wisconsin

More: Huskers end Badgers' mastery over them, qualify to play in 1st bowl since 2016 with a 44-25 victory

More: Huskers end Badgers' mastery over them, qualify to play in 1st bowl since 2016 with a 44-25 victory

Dylan Raiola threw for 293 yards and a touchdown, Dante Dowdell ran for three scores and Nebraska beat Wisconsin 44-25 on Saturday to become eligible for a bowl for the first time since 2016.

BOWL BOUND: Huskers roll Badgers to clinch bowl eligibility

BOWL BOUND: Huskers roll Badgers to clinch bowl eligibility

Celebrate, Husker fans. For the first time since 2016, Nebraska is bowl eligible. 

Huskers stifle Jays, stun No. 14 Creighton

Huskers stifle Jays, stun No. 14 Creighton

The Huskers knocked off #14 Creighton 74-63 on Friday night

Jensen and Maly each make 4 of Creighton's 13 3s in an 80-74 victory over No. 21 Nebraska women

Jensen and Maly each make 4 of Creighton's 13 3s in an 80-74 victory over No. 21 Nebraska women

Lauren Jensen scored 11 of her 31 points in the fourth quarter, Morgan Maly added 18 points, and the duo each made four of Creighton’s 13 3-pointers in an 80-74 victory over No. 21 Nebraska on Friday.

Tommi Hill out for the year, flu outbreak hits Huskers

Tommi Hill out for the year, flu outbreak hits Huskers

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule met with the media Thursday, ahead of Saturday's Senior Day tilt with Wisconsin. 

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska has two 'winnable' games remaining on schedule

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska has two 'winnable' games remaining on schedule

Benning says offense is in better position for late-season transformation

Husker offense sharp in sweep at Iowa

Husker offense sharp in sweep at Iowa

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team extended its win streak to 24 matches with a 25-9, 25-16, 25-17 victory in front of 3,933 at Xtream Arena on Wednesday night. 

Hake has 17 points, Petrie 14 as reserves lead No. 21 Nebraska women past North Alabama 85-48

Hake has 17 points, Petrie 14 as reserves lead No. 21 Nebraska women past North Alabama 85-48

Callin Hake had 17 points and Jessica Petrie added 14, both career highs for the reserves, and No. 21 Nebraska rolled to an 85-48 win over North Alabama.

NCN Sports Exclusive: 1-on-1 with linebacker John Bullock

NCN Sports Exclusive: 1-on-1 with linebacker John Bullock

Omaha native John Bullock goes 1-on-1 with NCN's Husker Sports Reporter Jake Bartecki. 

Holgorsen meets the media, reflects on first impressions of Husker offense

Holgorsen meets the media, reflects on first impressions of Husker offense

New offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen met with the media for the first time on Tuesday

Reilly Earns Fourth B1G Setter of the Week Award

Reilly Earns Fourth B1G Setter of the Week Award

For the fourth time this season, Bergen Reilly has been named Big Ten Setter of the Week. 

Wisconsin's Luke Fickell doesn't go into specifics one day after firing Phil Longo as OC

Wisconsin's Luke Fickell doesn't go into specifics one day after firing Phil Longo as OC

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell says he never envisioned making a major staff change with the season still going on.

'Got to break through': Huskers look to end bowl drought, losing streak to Badgers on Senior Day

'Got to break through': Huskers look to end bowl drought, losing streak to Badgers on Senior Day

Nebraska has a chance to end both an eight year bowl drought and a losing streak to Wisconsin that dates back to 2012. 

Joba Chamberlain inducted into Nebraska Baseball Hall of Fame

Joba Chamberlain inducted into Nebraska Baseball Hall of Fame

Joba Chamberlain was inducted into the Nebraska Baseball Hall of Fame in Beatrice, on Sunday night.

Huskers fall short against Saint Mary’s

Huskers fall short against Saint Mary’s

Despite a career-high 28 points from Brice Williams, the Nebraska men’s basketball team suffered its first loss of the season, falling 77-74 to Saint Mary’s Sunday afternoon at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, S.D.

Britt Prince, Natalie Potts help No. 21 Nebraska women romp past South Dakota 113-70

Britt Prince, Natalie Potts help No. 21 Nebraska women romp past South Dakota 113-70

Britt Prince finished with 23 points, Natalie Potts scored 22 and 21st-ranked Nebraska cruised to a 113-70 victory over South Dakota.

Huskers sweep Hoosiers

Huskers sweep Hoosiers

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team picked up its 40th straight home win with a 25-12, 25-17, 25-19 sweep of Indiana in front of a crowd of 8,727 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Saturday night. 

Jayden Maiava passes for 3 TDs, runs for another in debut start to lead USC past Nebraska, 28-20

Jayden Maiava passes for 3 TDs, runs for another in debut start to lead USC past Nebraska, 28-20

Southern California beat Nebraska 28-20 for its second win in six games.

Huskers Take Down Campbell, No. 25 UNC

Huskers Take Down Campbell, No. 25 UNC

Behind 12 bonus-point victories, the No. 4 Nebraska (3-0-0) wrestling team took on a Friday double header in North Carolina, defeating Campbell (1-3-0), 40-6, and No. 25 North Carolina (2-1-0), 34-3.

Huskers use balanced attack to knock off No. 16 Gophers in four sets

Huskers use balanced attack to knock off No. 16 Gophers in four sets

The second-ranked Husker Volleyball team picked up their 22nd consecutive victory knocking off #16 Minnesota in four sets. 

Rhule: Raiola 'good to go' for USC, Holgorsen transition going smoothly

Rhule: Raiola 'good to go' for USC, Holgorsen transition going smoothly

Matt Rhule breaks down Holgerson transition, Raiola injury status

Big Red Buzz: Coach Satterfield still setting a standard of excellence

Big Red Buzz: Coach Satterfield still setting a standard of excellence

Culture of 'caring, not coddling'

Rodriguez Earns B1G Defensive Player of the Week

Rodriguez Earns B1G Defensive Player of the Week

Nebraska senior libero Lexi Rodriguez was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week on Monday. 

Rhule announces change in play calling duty, offensive coordinator

Rhule announces change in play calling duty, offensive coordinator

Nebraska football will have a new offensive leader for the remainder of the season. 

Nebraska rolls past Washington

Nebraska rolls past Washington

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team spoiled Washington's first sellout in school history of 9,768 with a 25-17, 25-11, 25-21 victory on Saturday night at Alaska Airlines Arena. 

Gary's 11 points, 9 rebounds and 5 steals help Nebraska beat Bethune-Cookman 63-58

Gary's 11 points, 9 rebounds and 5 steals help Nebraska beat Bethune-Cookman 63-58

Juwan Gary had 11 points, nine rebounds and five steals and Connor Essegian made 4 of 4 from the free-throw line in the final 38 seconds and Nebraska held on to beat Bethune-Cookman 63-58.

Potts scores 17, No. 23 Nebraska women rally in 4th quarter to top SE Louisiana 78-68

Potts scores 17, No. 23 Nebraska women rally in 4th quarter to top SE Louisiana 78-68

Natalie Potts scored 17 points and No. 23 Nebraska rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat Southeastern Louisiana 78-68.

No. 2 Nebraska sweeps No. 12 Oregon

No. 2 Nebraska sweeps No. 12 Oregon

The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team swept No. 12 Oregon 25-12, 26-24, 25-18 for its 20th straight in front of an Oregon school-record crowd of 8,566 at Matthew Knight Arena on Thursday night. 

Rhule brings in Holgorsen as 'another set of eyes' to find way to bring spark to Nebraska offense

Rhule brings in Holgorsen as 'another set of eyes' to find way to bring spark to Nebraska offense

Nebraska has confirmed that former Houston and West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen is working with the football staff to help the team's struggling offense increase its production.

Williams' big night leads Huskers past UTRGV, 87-67

Williams' big night leads Huskers past UTRGV, 87-67

Nebraska Men's Basketball is off to a 1-0 start to the season. 

Markowski opens season with double-double and No. 23 Nebraska women beat Omaha 88-48

Markowski opens season with double-double and No. 23 Nebraska women beat Omaha 88-48

Alexis Markowski had 14 points and 11 rebounds to lead No. 23 Nebraska to an 88-48 win over Omaha in a season opener on Monday.