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Austin Allen hauls in a pass during Nebraska's 30-23 win over Penn State Saturday.

Austin Allen hauls in a pass during Nebraska's 30-23 win over Penn State Saturday.

Allen, Huskers tough out victory in home opener

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Was it celebration or relief? Why couldn’t it be both? It was definitely both.  After the sweetest formation in football, Nebraska tight end Austin Allen turned around to see Luke McCaffrey, fresh off his first career collegiate start, and hugged it out.
Cayden Phillips (10) and Andrew Bell celebrate as the final seconds tick off in Aurora's 21-12 win over Plattsmouth in the Class B semifinals.

Cayden Phillips (10) and Andrew Bell celebrate as the final seconds tick off in Aurora's 21-12 win over Plattsmouth in the Class B semifinals.

Huskies advance to Class B final

Richard Rhoden
Friday, November 13, 2020
A classic defensive effort from Aurora was the difference in taking the Huskies all the way.  Two fourth quarter interceptions helped solidify Aurora's 21-12 win over Plattsmouth at home Friday night in the Class B semifinals.
Carlos Collazo (2) celebrates with his teammates after the Huskies defeated Norris on the road Friday night.

Carlos Collazo (2) celebrates with his teammates after the Huskies defeated Norris on the road Friday night.

Huskies set to host Plattsmouth in Class B semis

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Some may call it a matchup of destiny one game away from the big show.  No. 5 Aurora will host No. 8 Plattsmouth Friday night in the Class B semifinals with a trip to Memorial Stadium on the line.  The two teams have had to defeat higher seeds at one point or another to get to this point.
Richard Rhoden

Richard Rhoden

The BigRich Sports Report

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
I wrestled on a topic before plopping down to try and pass out some words of wisdom and decided to keep it positive by focusing on the hometown Big Red instead of that other Big Red team down Interstate 80.
Mack Owens rushed for 168 yards on 33 carries with all four Aurora touchdowns in a 28-21 win over Norris Friday.

Mack Owens rushed for 168 yards on 33 carries with all four Aurora touchdowns in a 28-21 win over Norris Friday.

Huskies blitz Norris in quarters

Richard Rhoden
Friday, November 6, 2020
Mack Owens was a problem all night for Norris.  The Husky junior totaled 168 yards on 33 carries and accounted for all four Aurora touchdowns as the Huskies defeated Norris 28-21 Friday night in the Class B quarterfinals.
The Schuster sisters of Jaylee (28) and Kasey reach for a block during Aurora's three-set loss to Norris Wednesday.

The Schuster sisters of Jaylee (28) and Kasey reach for a block during Aurora's three-set loss to Norris Wednesday.

Aurora falls to Norris at state

Richard Rhoden
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Despite the early 9 a.m. start time, both Aurora and Norris came out of the chutes firing in their Class B opening round matchup Wednesday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.  The Lady Huskies gave it a run, but were unable to pull the upset on the Titans, falling in three sets 25-21, 25-19, 25-20.
High Plains celebrates a point during a four-set loss to BDS in the D1-2 district final Saturday.

High Plains celebrates a point during a four-set loss to BDS in the D1-2 district final Saturday.

HPC magical season ends in district final

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
High Plains volleyball made history Saturday, taking the floor in a district final for the first time ever. The Lady Storm proved it belonged on center stage, pushing defending state champion BDS to the wall before ending its season at 19-12.
Dave Bradley

Dave Bradley

Let’s try this again

Dave Bradley
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Imagine if you’ve been in a coma, just waking up and you discover that Nebraska is now set to host its home football opener on Nov. 14. If it was me, I’m pretty sure I would roll over and just go back to sleep.
Britton Kemling had a touchdown reception and 53 rushing yards.

Britton Kemling had a touchdown reception and 53 rushing yards.

Huskies blast Bearcats in playoff opener

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
It was a near-perfect night for what could be the start of a thrilling postseason run for Aurora. The Huskies totaled more than 500 yards of offense as Aurora defeated Scottsbluff 54-3 Friday night in the opening round of the Class B playoffs.
Aurora celebrates after qualifying for its first state tournament since 2016.

Aurora celebrates after qualifying for its first state tournament since 2016.

Lady Huskies punch ticket to state

Richard Rhoden
Saturday, October 31, 2020
Halloween had a happy ending for Aurora's volleyball team.  The Lady Huskies defeated Gering in four sets, 25-11, 20-25, 25-14 and 25-16 to win the B-7 district final and qualify for the state tournament next week. It will be Aurora's first appearance in the state tournament since 2016.