Amherst outlasts Central Valley, wins second straight state title in five sets

State championship Saturday started with a five set thriller between central Nebraska foes.

November 7, 2026Updated: November 7, 2026

By Jake Bartecki

Amherst outlasts Central Valley, wins second straight state title in five sets

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Longtime industrial tech teacher inducted into Norfolk Public Schools Hall of Fame

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Norfolk cuts ribbon on Illuminate the River Point project

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