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Sigler Sparks Nebraska to Spring Exhibition Win Over Creighton
sports1 month ago

Sigler Sparks Nebraska to Spring Exhibition Win Over Creighton

Nebraska’s Tereya Sigler hammered 11 kills on 17 swings and flashed versatility in a spring exhibition win over Creighton, 3-1 (25-19, 25-19, 25-15, 15-25), reaffirming her return from injury as the Huskers rotated lineups each set. Redshirt Kenna Cogill and other reserves contributed solidly, while Creighton’s Ayden Ames—back in Nebraska state—had seven kills and three blocks. NU coach Dani Busboom Kelly called the spring lineup experimentation a mix of positives and hiccups, underscoring growth and depth ahead of the fall.

via Sports Illustrated|
#creighton#exhibition#nebraska
Sigler Shines as Nebraska Tops Creighton in Spring Exhibition
sports1 month ago

Sigler Shines as Nebraska Tops Creighton in Spring Exhibition

Nebraska’s women’s volleyball team beat Creighton 3-1 in a spring exhibition at DJ Sokol Arena (2,374 in attendance), taking sets 25-19, 25-18 and 25-15 while Creighton won a fourth set 25-15. Teraya Sigler led NU with 11 kills on .647 hitting, with Manaia Ogbechie and Kenna Cogill adding six each; Bergen Reilly posted 20 assists. Nebraska hit .248 to Creighton’s .171. Up next, NU travels to Chadron to face Northern Colorado on April 25 for another spring match.

via huskers.com|
#creighton#huskers#nebraska
Nebraska-Creighton Volleyball Showdown Sets NCAA Attendance Record
sports8 months ago

Nebraska-Creighton Volleyball Showdown Sets NCAA Attendance Record

The Nebraska-Creighton volleyball match set an NCAA record with 17,675 attendees, showcasing Nebraska's status as a volleyball epicenter. Nebraska won a thrilling five-set match against Creighton, highlighting the intense rivalry and the growing popularity of college volleyball in Nebraska, with both teams celebrating the historic event and the vibrant fan support.

via Sports Illustrated|
#college-sports#creighton#nebraska
Creighton Volleyball Advances to Elite Eight After Defeating Texas
sports1 year ago

Creighton Volleyball Advances to Elite Eight After Defeating Texas

Creighton University's volleyball team, ranked sixth nationally, defeated two-time defending champion Texas 3-1 in the NCAA Regional Semifinal, advancing to the Elite Eight for the second time in program history. Creighton, now 32-2, extended its winning streak to 25 matches, with standout performances from Norah Sis and Kendra Wait. The Bluejays will face the winner of the Marquette/Penn State match in the Regional Final.

via GoCreighton.com|
#creighton#elite-eight#ncaa-tournament
Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas in Major College Basketball Shock
sports1 year ago

Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas in Major College Basketball Shock

In a night of upsets in college basketball, unranked Creighton defeated No. 1 Kansas 76-63, marking their second win over a top-ranked team in less than a year. Pop Isaacs led Creighton with 27 points, while Ryan Kalkbrenner added 17 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, No. 9 Duke overcame No. 2 Auburn 84-78, with Cooper Flagg scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Additionally, No. 25 UConn beat No. 15 Baylor 76-72, and No. 6 Iowa State handed No. 5 Marquette its first loss of the season, 81-70.

via CNN|
#collegebasketball#creighton#duke
Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas with 76-63 Victory
sports1 year ago

Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas with 76-63 Victory

Creighton University stunned the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks with a decisive 76-63 victory in the Big 12-Big East Battle, marking Kansas' first loss of the season. Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner, despite injury concerns, played a pivotal role in the win, holding Kansas' Hunter Dickinson to just six points. Pop Isaacs led Creighton with 27 points, while Steven Ashworth contributed significantly. This victory follows Creighton's previous upset over a No. 1 team, UConn, last season, and ends their recent losing streak.

via Yahoo Sports|
#basketball#big12bigeastbattle#creighton
Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas with 76-63 Victory
sports1 year ago

Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas with 76-63 Victory

Unranked Creighton upset No. 1 Kansas 76-63, led by Pop Isaacs' 27 points and six 3-pointers. Despite Kansas cutting a 13-point deficit to one, Isaacs' shooting helped Creighton pull away for their second win over a top-ranked team. This marks Kansas's first regular-season loss to an unranked nonconference opponent in three years. Isaacs' performance overshadowed the anticipated matchup between big men Ryan Kalkbrenner and Hunter Dickinson.

via ESPN|
#basketball#creighton#kansas
Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas for Second Consecutive Season
sports1 year ago

Creighton Upsets Top-Ranked Kansas for Second Consecutive Season

Unranked Creighton upset No. 1 Kansas with a 76-63 victory, marking their second consecutive win over a top-ranked team after defeating UConn last season. Creighton's Pop Isaacs led with 27 points, while Kansas struggled offensively, shooting only 35.7% from the field. This win ended Creighton's losing streak against Kansas since 1949 and highlighted their strong performance at home under coach Greg McDermott. Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner outperformed Kansas' Hunter Dickinson, contributing to the Bluejays' dominant win.

via CBS Sports|
#basketball#creighton#kansas
Nebraska's Defensive Prowess Shines in Victory Over Creighton
sports1 year ago

Nebraska's Defensive Prowess Shines in Victory Over Creighton

Wisconsin transfer Connor Essegian played a pivotal role in Nebraska's 74-63 victory over No. 14 Creighton, scoring 15 points off the bench. His efficient performance, including a crucial solo scoring run, helped secure the win. Essegian, who transferred after a diminished role at Wisconsin, is now a key player for Nebraska, contributing significantly to their strong start this season.

via Badgers Wire|
#basketball#connor-essegian#creighton
Nebraska Stuns No. 14 Creighton with 74-63 Victory
sports1 year ago

Nebraska Stuns No. 14 Creighton with 74-63 Victory

Nebraska's men's basketball team upset No. 14 Creighton with a 74-63 victory in Omaha, improving their record to 4-1. The Huskers led throughout the game, capitalizing on strong defense and effective free throw shooting, despite shooting only 42.1% from the field. Creighton struggled with their shooting, particularly from three-point range, and committed 17 turnovers. Nebraska's Brice Williams and Juwan Gary each scored 16 points, contributing to the win. Nebraska will next face South Dakota at home.

via Sports Illustrated|
#basketball#creighton#defense
Kalkbrenner's 49-Point Performance Leads Creighton to Historic Season Opener
sports1 year ago

Kalkbrenner's 49-Point Performance Leads Creighton to Historic Season Opener

Ryan Kalkbrenner, a 7-foot-1 center for Creighton, delivered a historic performance in the team's season-opening 99-86 win over UT Rio Grande Valley, scoring 49 points on 20-of-22 shooting, setting a school record for most made field goals in a game. His performance positions him as a strong candidate for the John R. Wooden Award, continuing the trend of dominant big men in college basketball. Kalkbrenner's efforts have helped Creighton secure the No. 20 spot in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings.

via CBS Sports|
#college-basketball#creighton#historic-performance
Kalkbrenner's 49 Points Lead Creighton to Season-Opening Victory
sports1 year ago

Kalkbrenner's 49 Points Lead Creighton to Season-Opening Victory

Ryan Kalkbrenner, Creighton's fifth-year center and Big East preseason player of the year, scored a career-high 49 points in a 99-86 season-opening win against UT-Rio Grande Valley. Kalkbrenner's performance included 20-of-22 shooting, 11 rebounds, and three blocks, marking the fifth-most points in a Big East game and the second-most in Creighton history. Despite his standout game, Creighton only secured the win in the final minutes. Kalkbrenner, who considered entering the NBA draft last season, returned to Creighton to further develop his skills.

via ESPN|
#basketball#big-east-conference#creighton
"Elite Eight Showdown: Tennessee vs. Purdue and Purdue's Big Win Over Gonzaga"
sports2 years ago

"Elite Eight Showdown: Tennessee vs. Purdue and Purdue's Big Win Over Gonzaga"

Tennessee survived a late surge from Creighton to win 82-75 and advance to the Elite Eight, where they will face Purdue. Tobe Awaka played a crucial role off the bench for Tennessee, contributing 5 points and 5 rebounds in 21 minutes. Dalton Knecht led Tennessee with 24 points, while Zakai Zeigler and Josiah James also made significant contributions. Creighton's Baylor Scheierman scored 25 points, but Tennessee's defense limited his impact in the second half. Tennessee's Santiago Vescovi was absent due to illness, but the team's strong performance secured their spot in the Elite Eight.

via The Athletic|
#creighton#elite-eight#ncaa-tournament