Huskers Sweep Wright State in Ameritas Players Challenge

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team swept Wright State 25-16, 25-16, 25-20 in front of a crowd of 8,731 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on day one of the Ameritas Players Challenge on Friday night.

September 6, 2025Updated: September 6, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Huskers Sweep Wright State in Ameritas Players Challenge

Regional

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Help is on the way for areas of Nebraska that were adversely affected by strong bouts of severe weather last month.

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

State

Norfolk City Council approves framework for entertainment districts

Ellwanger appointed as Tourism Director

Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts

Huskers Sweep Wright State in Ameritas Players Challenge

Regional

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

State

Norfolk City Council approves framework for entertainment districts

Ellwanger appointed as Tourism Director

Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts

Douglas County corrections employee accused of allowing inmate video calls and texts

Final rules for Medicaid work requirements are out. Here’s what you need to know

Wake Forest offers Garden County senior a place on grid iron squad

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey