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

Regional

Arlington man charged with first-degree murder in girlfriend's shooting death

Madison County Sheriff's Office K9 Woods to receive protective vest

Norfolk Arts Center's Parade of Trees returns with 20 decorated trees

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State

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

Regional

Arlington man charged with first-degree murder in girlfriend's shooting death

Madison County Sheriff's Office K9 Woods to receive protective vest

Norfolk Arts Center's Parade of Trees returns with 20 decorated trees

Cedar Catholic coach returns to sidelines weeks after brain cancer diagnosis as Trojans chase history

State

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

Historic Grand Island building gets new life as The Venue at Railside

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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