Tuesday Morning Sports – Kearney Teams Postseason Results, Huskers Talk Michigan, Burroughs Another Title, Local Sports Schedule

KEARNEY CATHOLIC SOFTBALL WINS C1-9 SUBDISTRICT

The Kearney Catholic Stars Softball team won decidedly over their C1-9 subdistrict field to advance to a district final later this week.

The Stars downed Ord 9-1 in Game 1, followed by a commanding 13-0 victory over Southern Valley/Alma. 

Kearney Catholic is now 27-6 on the season.

KEARNEY GIRLS GOLF EARNS BID TO STATE

The Bearcat Girls Golf team qualified for the Class A State Golf Championships in Norfolk with a third place finish in their District meet on Monday. 

The Bearcats finished with a 355 total stroke count, and had an individual qualifier in senior Hannah Lydiatt, shooting 82 and finishing eighth. 

Qualifiers include Lydiatt, seniors Sydney Peterson and Alexa Mahalke, sophomore Addison Peterson, and freshman Olivia James. 

BURROUGHS WINS HISTORIC TITLE

Former Husker wrestler Jordan Burroughs won his fifth World Championship, defeating Mohammad Nokhodilarimi of Iran, 5-1, in the men’s freestyle 79 kg final at the World Wrestling Championships on Monday. Burroughs tied John Smith’s U.S. freestyle record of six World and Olympic Championships combined.

In the 79 kg final, Burroughs took the early 3-0 lead with a double-leg takedown followed closely by another double. The victory gave Burroughs his fifth World Championship gold medal, joining his titles in 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017.

HUSKER FOOTBALL MONDAY POST-PRACTICE COMMENTS:

FROST – MICHIGAN STILL A GREAT TEAM SINCE LAST MATCHUP

The Huskers have vastly improved from the last time the Huskers and Wolverines matched up in Head Coach Scott Frost’s first season at the helm in 2018. Frost mentions that he believes Michigan brings another good team to Lincoln…

Frost and the Huskers opened as one point underdogs against the top ten rated Michigan Wolverines. 

FROST – MARTINEZ STRENGTH IS RUNNING THE OPTION

A heavy dose of the option has worked well for the Husker offense so far this season. Head Coach Scott Frost has been impressed with his quarterback’s ability…

The Huskers run game will be tested by a tough Wolverines defense on Saturday night.

FROST – OFFENSIVE LINE SHOWED IMPROVEMENT WITH TALENT

Head Coach of the Huskers Scott Frost praised his offensive line with their performance from Saturday’s contest against Northwestern, and had high praise for his freshman starter Teddy Prochazka…

Frost continued that he expects to maintain the starting lineup that was seen against the Wildcats. 

FROST – GREAT FAN ATMOSPHERE AGAINST NORTHWESTERN

The lights were on in Memorial Stadium on Saturday night, and the Huskers gave the crowd plenty to cheer for with a 56-7 win. Head Coach Scott Frost said the crowd energy was the best of his coaching stint as a Husker…

The Michigan contest is the first back-to-back night game since 2017. 

FROST – TOUGH SCHEDULE JUST GETTING STARTED

The Huskers have one of the toughest schedules remaining in college football with three top ten teams coming to Lincoln in the next six contests. 

Head Coach Scott Frost is prepared for the stretch…

Frost added that his team is ready to take a break as the Huskers have been without a bye week this season.

MARTINEZ – READY FOR MICHIGAN THIS TIME

The last time Adrian Martinez faced the Michigan Wolverines was during his freshman season in 2018. Martinez adds that he remembers the game profoundly…

The Huskers look to do better than their 49-7 loss at Michigan that season.

MARTINEZ – TRUSTING OFFENSIVE LINE

Quarterback Adrian Martinez exited Monday’s practice very happy with his offensive line’s performance from Saturday and into Monday…

Martinez was not sacked once in the contest against Northwestern.

MARTINEZ – MICHIGAN DEFENSE PREVIEW

Adrian Martinez is ready to take on the Wolverines defense, and previewed what the Huskers offense will see from Michigan…

The Huskers have one of the best big strike offenses in the Big Ten, leading the conference in first downs gained per contest. 

DOMANN – AWARD A WIN FOR THE BLACKSHIRTS

Senior linebacker JoJo Domann was honored with Co-Defensive Big Ten Player of the Week honors with his two sack, two forced fumble performance on Saturday. 

Domann added that the honor was a team effort…

The Blackshirts will have a tough test in the top rushing offense in the Big Ten against Michigan, averaging over 255 rushing yards a contest. 

DOMANN – WILL NOT BUY INTO THE WOLVERINE HYPE

During his Monday post-practice press conference, linebacker JoJo Domann was asked about his thoughts on the Wolverines newly minted Top Ten rating…

Domann and the Huskers have already faced two teams rated in the Top 25 this season, as Michigan is now the second team in the Top 10 to face the Huskers. 

DOMANN – BRING ON THE CHALLENGE

Husker Linebacker JoJo Domann and the Blackshirts are coming off a dominant performance against Northwestern on Saturday. 

A tougher task in the Top Ten rated Michigan Wolverines are ahead, and Domann says the Huskers are ready for the test…

The Huskers opened as one point underdogs against the Wolverines. Kickoff is set for 6:30 PM from Memorial Stadium.

HUSKERS DOMANN AND MARTINEZ FOR NORTHWESTERN PERFORMANCE

JoJo Domann and Adrian Martinez were both honored Monday morning for their performances in the Huskers’ win over Northwestern last Saturday.  Domann was named Big Ten Co-Defensive Player of the Week, while Martinez was one of eight Manning Award Stars of the Week.

Domann led the Huskers with nine tackles, including eight solo stops, while posting career highs for tackles for loss (3.0), sacks (2.0) and forced fumbles (two).

Martinez accounted for 252 yards of total offense, as the Huskers put up 56 points and over 650 yards of total offense. He completed 11-of-17 passes for 202 yards and a touchdown, while also carrying eight times for 50 yards and a career-high three touchdowns.

NEBRASKA FOOTBALL SET FOR 11 AM KICK AGAINST MINNESOTA

The Big Ten Conference announced Monday afternoon that Nebraska’s road game at Minnesota on Saturday, Oct. 16, will kick off at 11 AM. The game will be televised nationally on ESPN2.

HUSKER FOOTBALL POSTGAME COMMENTS:

FROST – STILL WORK TO BE DONE

Head Coach of the Huskers Scott Frost was pleased to see his team win big over Northwestern 56-7 on Saturday, but admitted that there is still plenty left to improve upon…

The Huskers look to play the upset this weekend as the Top Ten rated Michigan Wolverines come to Lincoln.

FROST – YANT EARNED BACK PLAYING TIME

One of the biggest surprises of the Northwestern contest for the Huskers was the success of walk-on freshman Jaquez Yant. 

Head Coach Scott Frost added in his post game press conference that Yant had earned his spot back after a disappointing start to fall camp…

Frost added that Yant is expected to continue to generate more carries in upcoming contests for the Big Red.

FROST – GOOD START FOR YOUNG STARTERS

A notable change on the offensive line for the start of the Northwestern contest was the placement of true freshman left tackle Teddy Prochazka.

Frost added he liked what he saw from his young starter, but warned of what too much praise may do…

Prochazka has seen action in all contests so far, and will burn his redshirt status for more action throughout the season.

MARTINEZ – NOTHING LIKE NIGHT GAMES AT MEMORIAL STADIUM

Adrian Martinez lit up the scoreboard on Saturday against Northwestern, and was asked about what the experience was like under the lights in Memorial Stadium…

Martinez and the Huskers will look to put up more fireworks this Saturday against a Top Ten Michigan team. 

MARTINEZ – GOOD TO GET PAST NORTHWESTERN

The storyline of one possession contests for the Nebraska/Northwestern matchups did not come to fruition on Saturday as the Huskers dominated, winning 56-7. 

Quarterback Adrian Martinez added that it was great to get over the Wildcats hump…

Martinez finished with over 200 yards passing with a touchdown toss and three scores on the ground.

MARTINEZ – YANT’S BIG DAY WAS TO BE EXPECTED

Quarterback Adrian Martinez did not have to do it himself on Saturday, as freshman walk-on Jaquez Yant showed up and showed out with huge gains on numerous carries. 

Martinez added that this type of performance was to be expected of Yant in his practice habits…

The other Husker backs also had notable carries including Ramir Johnson, Sevion Morrison, and Markese Stepp.

MARTINEZ – MARTIN’S RETURN GOOD FOR HUSKER OFFENSE

The Huskers offense saw a huge boost in big plays against Northwestern, and quarterback Adrian Martinez believes that the added confidence was due to the return of Oliver Martin…

Martin has been mentioned as one of Martinez’ favorite and most trusted targets. The receiver and punt returner had missed the prior 4 weeks due to an injury suffered against Illinois. 

DOMANN – FELT GOOD TO EXECUTE ON ALL CYLINDERS

The Blackshirts had another standout performance against Northwestern during Saturday’s win over the Wildcats.

Linebacker Jojo Domann adds that he loved the complete game each phase of the Huskers played…

Domann was honored as a Big Ten Co-Defensive Player of the Week after leading the Huskers in tackles and recorded two sacks and three tackles-for-loss.

DOMANN – BODY HEALS FASTER AFTER WINS

The Cornhuskers won handily on Saturday 56-7 over Northwestern after weeks of turmoil and heartbreak in one score games to Oklahoma and Michigan State. 

Linebacker Jojo Domann added that he feels the team recovers better after a win…

Domann added that he loved the response of his teammates to not relax after leading at halftime.

HUSKER HELPS AUSTRALIA TO ASIA CUP BRONZE

Nebraska’s Jaz Shelley dished out an assist to help Australia roll to an 88-58 victory over Korea in the bronze medal game at the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup in Amman, Jordan on Sunday.

Shelley saw four minutes and 30 seconds of action against Korea as the only active collegiate player on the Opal roster.

Shelley will return to Lincoln to continue preparing for the upcoming 2021-22 Nebraska women’s basketball season. The Huskers officially opened practice on Tuesday, Sept. 28, and celebrated “Husker Hoops Opening Night” alongside the men’s basketball team and thousands of Big Red fans at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Friday

NFL SCORES:

Monday:

Los Angeles Chargers 28-14 Las Vegas Raiders

Local Results & Schedules:

THIS WEEK IN LOCAL SPORTS:

MONDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:

• • • GIRLS GOLF: District Golf @ Awarii
      • INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIERS:
        • Hannah Lydiatt, Sr. – 82
      • QUALIFYING TEAMS:
        • Kearney – 355
          • Hannah Lydiatt, Sydney Peterson, Olivia James, Alexa Mahalek, Addison Peterson

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:

• • GIRLS GOLF: District Golf @ Holdrege
    • Results TBD
  • SOFTBALL SUBDISTRICT: @ Patriot Park
    • KCHS 9-1 Ord

TUESDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:
  • BOYS TENNIS: Dual v. Norfolk @ Harmon Park
  • VOLLEYBALL: @ Norfolk – 7 PM

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
  • BOYS TENNIS: Dual @ Lexington
  • CROSS COUNTRY: @ Centennial Conference
  • VOLLEYBALL: @ North Platte

• UNK:
  • WOMEN’S GOLF @ EDMOND, OK
  • VOLLEYBALL: @ Fort Hays State

• HASTINGS COLLEGE:

• • WOMEN’S GOLF: @ Vermillion, SD

WEDNESDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:
  • N/a

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
  • N/a

• UNK:
  • N/a

• HASTINGS COLLEGE:

• • WOMEN’S SOCCER: v. Midland @ Lloyd Wilson Field
  • MEN’S SOCCER: v. Midland @ Lloyd Wilson Field
  • VOLLEYBALL: v. #3 Midland @ Lynn Farrell Arena

THURSDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:
  • BOYS TENNIS: Quad @ Wood Tennis Center (Lincoln)
  • CROSS COUNTRY: HAC Championships @ Kearney Country Club
  • SOFTBALL: Districts Tournament

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
  • VOLLEYBALL: Conference Tournament

• UNK:
  • N/a

• HASTINGS COLLEGE:

• • N/a

FRIDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:
  • BOYS TENNIS: Dual v Lincoln Southwest @ Harmon Park
  • FOOTBALL: v. Lincoln High (Homecoming) – 7 PM
    • KGFW Pregame Coverage @ 6:30 PM

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
  • FOOTBALL: @ Adams Central – 7 PM

• UNK:
  • WOMEN’S GOLF: @ NE. Intercollegiate, Norfolk
  • WOMEN’S SOCCER: v. Northwest Missouri State @ Foster Field
  • VOLLEYBALL: @ Central Missouri

• HASTINGS COLLEGE:

• • MEN’S GOLF: @ Norfolk
  • BOWLING: @ Waterloo, IA

SATURDAY:

• KEARNEY HIGH:
  • VOLLEYBALL: Double Dual @ Lincoln Southeast
    • v. LSE, v. NP

• KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
  • BOYS TENNIS: Kearney Catholic Invite
  • VOLLEYBALL: @ Centennial Conference

• UNK:
  • WOMEN’S GOLF: @ NE. Intercollegiate, Norfolk
  • CROSS COUNTRY: @ Fort Hays State
  • SOFTBALL: v. Colby Community College @ Dryden Park – 1 PM
  • FOOTBALL: v. Missouri Western State @ Ron and Carol Cope Stadium – 2 PM
    • Homecoming

• HASTINGS COLLEGE:

• • MEN’S GOLF: @ Norfolk
  • FOOTBALL: v. #3 Morningside @ Lloyd Wilson Field
  • VOLLEYBALL: v. Briar Cliff, Lynn Farrell Arena
  • MEN’S SOCCER: @ Mount Marty