Sweet Dreams: The agonizing struggle and euphoric awakening of Nebraska basketball

You may have believed that Nebraska would someday make the Sweet 16. You could never have imagined how they did it.

November 14, 2026Updated: November 14, 2026

By Flatwater Free Press

Sweet Dreams: The agonizing struggle and euphoric awakening of Nebraska basketball

Husker coach Fred Hoiberg, never shy to start a locker room water fight after a big win, got drenched by his players following NU’s last-second win against Vanderbilt during the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Photo courtesy of the University of Nebraska Athletic Department

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Sweet Dreams: The agonizing struggle and euphoric awakening of Nebraska basketball

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Norfolk patriotic concert, quilt raffle raises money on Veterans Day

Norfolk high schools join up for play production showcase

Columbus High School students get early pathway to UNMC nursing program

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Norfolk cuts ribbon on Illuminate the River Point project

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