Report for America Reporter/Producer for Nebraska Public Media, Aaron Bonderson, delivered news of the Nebraska men’s basketball team experiencing a formidable defeat in the NCAA tournament on Friday evening. Regrettably, the Huskers were unable to secure a triumph, thereby establishing themselves as the sole major conference team unable to secure a victory in the tournament. Texas A&M bested them with a final score of 98-83, thus rendering NU’s tournament record at 0-8.
Conversely, the Husker women’s basketball team had an opportunity for vindication later in the evening as they confronted Texas A&M. A triumph would pave the way for the Husker women to progress to face either Oregon State or Eastern Washington on Sunday.
Meanwhile, in a separate game on Thursday afternoon, Creighton’s men’s basketball team emerged triumphant with a 77-60 victory over Akron. They now have their sights set on the Sweet 16 and will be vying for the opportunity to advance on Saturday at 8:40 p.m. Central against Oregon.
The Creighton women’s basketball team also had an upcoming game scheduled to compete against UNLV at 6 p.m. Central on Saturday.
The NCAA tournament has taken Nebraska basketball fans on a tumultuous journey, with both the men’s and women’s teams experiencing their share of successes and disappointments. Despite the unfavorable outcome for the Husker men’s team, there remains optimism and anticipation for the women’s team to deliver an exceptional performance.
As the tournament unfolds, basketball enthusiasts across Nebraska eagerly await the results of the impending games, hopeful for exhilarating victories and outstanding performances from both the men’s and women’s teams.
Please stay tuned for further updates on the NCAA tournament as the drama continues to unfold.