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Fred Hoiberg: Terrific Win, but 'We Can't Be Satisfied'

Coach Fred Hoiberg saluted his players and also the fans who packed the arena Thursday during the Huskers' 29-point win over Troy. Nebraska now advances to the second round Saturday to face Vanderbilt for a chance to go to the Sweet Sixteen.

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Nebraska Men’s Basketball Keept Shooting, Made History

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Keep shooting, for 85 years. That’s what Nebraska men’s basketball has done. Through the winning and the losing, the joy and the heartache, the Huskers kept shooting.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / March 19

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Keeps Shooting, Makes History with First NCAA Tournament Win

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Keep shooting, for 85 years. That’s what Nebraska men’s basketball has done. Through the winning and the losing, the joy and the heartache, the Huskers kept shooting.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 19

Carriker Gut Reaction: Nebraska Men's Basketball's First NCAA Tourney Win Ever

Adam Carriker’s mega gut reaction to Nebraska basketball’s first NCAA Tournament win ever. The Huskers set two school records while dominating Troy. Nebraska looks poised to make a real NCAA Tournament run.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 19

Preview: No. 11 Nebraska Women’s Basketball vs. No. 6 Baylor in the NCAA Tournament with Preview, Breakdown, TV

The Nebraska women’s basketball team made it emphatically clear Wednesday night that it deserved a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Atlantic 10 champion Richmond and their All-America star Maggie Doogan hung tough for 20 minutes with the Huskers, trailing by a bucket in a 34-32 halftime score at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

College Basketball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 19

‘It Was a Special Feeling Being Able to Cherish That’ After Nebraska Snaps NCAA Tournament Losing Streak

Pressure? What pressure? Nebraska came into Thursday’s first-round NCAA Tournament game against Troy carrying the extraordinary weight of history. The Huskers had never won an NCAA game in eight tries.

Fred Hoiberg’s message after Nebraska’s first-ever NCAA Tournament win

For the first time in program history, the Nebraska Cornhuskers men’s basketball team has won an NCAA Tournament game. No. 4 seed Nebraska blew out No.

Softball News / Softball On SI / March 19

Two-Sport Athlete Scores Run, Then Helps Team Win NCAA Tournament Game Days Later

Kennadi Williams is making an impact for the Nebraska Cornhuskers on the softball field and the basketball court. The redshirt freshman found herself in a unique situation when she appeared in her first two games of the season for the Huskers against Michigan on Saturday, pinch running in both games and scoring a run in the series finale.

Nebraska makes program history in first round of 2026 men's NCAA Tournament

The Nebraska Cornhuskers are winless in the NCAA Tournament no more.

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Iconic college basketball coach announces his retirement

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Matt Rhule News / Mike Farrell Sports / March 19

Matt Rhule and Nebraska Start New Show After Losing Old Plot

When Dylan Raiola left the field injured as Nebraska was looking to close out a signature win over USC, it marked a significant turning point in the 2025 season, head coach Matt Rhule’s tenure, and Husker Nation’s blind faith.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / March 18

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Open Practice in OKC Photo Gallery | Hail Varsity

Nebraska men’s basketball had an open practice the day before the game against Troy in the first round of the NCAA championship on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Oklahoma City. The NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship media day on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Oklahoma City.

Fred Hoiberg News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 18

'Pressure is a Privilege': Fred Hoiberg Suggests Nebraska is Ready for Breakthrough

The Huskers are gearing up for their first-round game of the NCAA Tournament, and Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg met with the media Wednesday in Oklahoma City ahead of Thursday's contest.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 18

Why Control Will Matter More Than Emotion on Thursday for the Huskers

The moment Nebraska has been working toward all season is finally here. The lights are brighter, the stakes are higher, and the margin for error is gone.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 17

Can Nebraska Men’s Basketball Advance to the Sweet 16?

Expectations are fun until they’re not. Nebraska men’s basketball might feel the pressure of those expectations right now. Nebraska has spent most of the 2025-26 season basking in the warm light and glory of being the nation’s surprise college basketball team.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 17

Nebraska Isn't Running From Its Tournament History — It’s Ready to Change It

History hangs over every Nebraska NCAA Tournament appearance. It’s not a secret. It’s not whispered quietly inside the locker room or avoided by players in interviews.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 17

Preview: Nebraska Women’s Basketball vs. Richmond in NCAA Tournament First Four with Preview, Breakdown, TV

Preview: Nebraska Women’s Basketball vs. Richmond in NCAA Tournament First Four with Breakdown

Fortunately for the Nebraska women's basketball team, the NCAA Tournament bubble didn't burst. The prospects of NU taking part in March Madness appeared to be very bleak after its one-and-done Big Ten Tournament.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 16

Purdue Loss Clarifies What Nebraska Must Fix for NCAA Tournament Success

Nebraska walked off the court understandably frustrated after its Big Ten Tournament one-and-done performance and loss to eventual league champion Purdue on Friday, but the Huskers believed the game also revealed exactly what must improve as they enter the NCAA Tournament.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 16