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Shatel: John Cook reflects on legacy of Nebraska volleyball seniors — and whether they return to NU

Talking to Tom Shatel, John Cook breaks down the Nebraska volleyball seniors' decision as their former coach and current pro volleyball general manager. 

Tom Shatel's Press Box | Nebraska has a bigger problem than Dana Holgorsen

Dana Holgorsen is out, but is he really Nebraska’s biggest problem? Tom Shatel and Gary Sharp examine Matt Rhule’s accountability, the Huskers’ offensive identity, the next coordinator hire and what comes next at quarterback. Plus, they celebrate Nebraska volleyball’s remarkable senior class…

Youngest pair of Cy Young winners in 41 years shows future of pitching has arrived

They embraced the modern ethos of pitching from the moment they turned professional. And now Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler have proven the future of pitching has arrived.

Mark Macke steps down as Lincoln High football coach after 16 seasons

Mark Macke stepped down as Lincoln High’s football coach after 16 seasons. He led the Links to four playoff appearances, including three straight from 2016 to 2018.

5 NFL trade deadline moves we wish happened, including Jonathan Taylor

The 2026 NFL trade deadline has officially passed, and it was one of the most exciting in recent memory.

State champion hurdler Puppe leads Laurel-Concord-Coleridge's jump into D-2 semifinals

Drey Puppe won a state title in hurdles in May. This fall, he’s scored 16 touchdowns and picked off nine passes for semifinal-bound Laurel-Concord-Coleridge.

Nebraska softball coach Jordy Frahm signs to play with pro league

Former Nebraska softball pitcher and current Husker assistant Jordy Frahm will continue her playing career at the pro level.

Nebraska's first flag football season will feature two major showcases

Nebraska unveiled its inaugural flag football schedule, featuring five home dates and showcases in Las Vegas and Arizona. The Huskers open Jan. 23.

Big Ten, SEC broke college football. Now they won’t stop whining about it

No one’s happy, everyone’s complaining. The commissioners haven’t liked each other from the jump, and the coaches are simply following suit.

Dodgers want Tarik Skubal. Skubal wants the Dodgers. So why won't it happen?

The Los Angeles Dodgers shrug their shoulders hearing that the New York Mets have a meeting scheduled next week in California with prized free-agent starter Tarik Skubal.

Dan Hicks, longtime golf play-by-play announcer for NBC Sports, dies at 64

Longtime NBC Sports broadcaster Dan Hicks has died, the network and his wife, ESPN sportscaster Hannah Storm, announced on Nov. 12.

U.S. skier Jessie Diggins opens up about how she healed from eating disorder

Diggins was speaking at last week’s TrueSport Talks, which brought to the forefront mental wellness issues and the digital pressures athletes face. 

Nebraska baseball bests Iowa for pledge of 2028 pitcher Oliver Beckman

Nebraska baseball picked up a recruiting win over Iowa this week for a promising 2028 pitcher from the Hawkeyes’ own backyard.

No kickoff. No playoffs. Bad behavior ends prep playoff run in Mo.

Athletics director says forfeiting a playoff game wasn't an easy decision. But he believes it was necessary to move the football program forward.

High School

Mark Macke steps down as Lincoln High football coach after 16 seasons

Mark Macke stepped down as Lincoln High’s football coach after 16 seasons. He led the Links to four playoff appearances, including three straight from 2016 to 2018.

State champion hurdler Puppe leads Laurel-Concord-Coleridge's jump into D-2 semifinals

Drey Puppe won a state title in hurdles in May. This fall, he’s scored 16 touchdowns and picked off nine passes for semifinal-bound Laurel-Concord-Coleridge.

No kickoff. No playoffs. Bad behavior ends prep playoff run in Mo.

Athletics director says forfeiting a playoff game wasn't an easy decision. But he believes it was necessary to move the football program forward.

How Grady Haberer and a new offense led Hartington Cedar Catholic to 11-0

Passing accounted for 21% of Hartington Cedar Catholic’s offense last year. Now it’s nearly half, and Grady Haberer has the 11-0 Trojans a win from Memorial Stadium.

College

Shatel: John Cook reflects on legacy of Nebraska volleyball seniors — and whether they return to NU

Talking to Tom Shatel, John Cook breaks down the Nebraska volleyball seniors' decision as their former coach and current pro volleyball general manager. 

Tom Shatel's Press Box | Nebraska has a bigger problem than Dana Holgorsen

Dana Holgorsen is out, but is he really Nebraska’s biggest problem? Tom Shatel and Gary Sharp examine Matt Rhule’s accountability, the Huskers’ offensive identity, the next coordinator hire and what comes next at quarterback. Plus, they celebrate Nebraska volleyball’s remarkable senior class…

Nebraska softball coach Jordy Frahm signs to play with pro league

Former Nebraska softball pitcher and current Husker assistant Jordy Frahm will continue her playing career at the pro level.

Nebraska's first flag football season will feature two major showcases

Nebraska unveiled its inaugural flag football schedule, featuring five home dates and showcases in Las Vegas and Arizona. The Huskers open Jan. 23.

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Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

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Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

Professional

Youngest pair of Cy Young winners in 41 years shows future of pitching has arrived

They embraced the modern ethos of pitching from the moment they turned professional. And now Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler have proven the future of pitching has arrived.

5 NFL trade deadline moves we wish happened, including Jonathan Taylor

The 2026 NFL trade deadline has officially passed, and it was one of the most exciting in recent memory.

Dodgers want Tarik Skubal. Skubal wants the Dodgers. So why won't it happen?

The Los Angeles Dodgers shrug their shoulders hearing that the New York Mets have a meeting scheduled next week in California with prized free-agent starter Tarik Skubal.

Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.

Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.

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