Lincoln, Neb. - Cam Mack had his fourth double-double of the season, while Thorir Thorbjarnarson tied his career high with 17 points to lead Nebraska to a 76-70 victory over Iowa Tuesday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena. 

Mack poured in 15 points and dished out 10 assists for Nebraska (7-8, 2-2 Big Ten, as the Huskers put five players in double figures in posting their fourth straight win over the Hawkeyes in Lincoln. Mack has produced three of his double-doubles in conference play and had 10 assists and just one turnover in 39 minutes on Tuesday.

In addition to Mack and Thorbjarnarson, who grabbed a team-high nine rebounds, Haanif Cheatham added 14 while Dachon Burke Jr. and Kevin Cross also netted double figures with 13 points and 11 points, respectively.

Nebraska led by as many as 12 in the first half, only to see Iowa (10-5, 1-3 Big Ten) take a 51-50 lead with 12:41 remaining. The Hawkeyes' lead would last just 38 seconds, as Cross keyed a significant run with six points in an 8-2 run as Nebraska took a 58-53 lead with 7:25 left. 

Iowa chipped away, pulling even at 59-all after a Joe Wieskamp basket with 5:20 remaining, but Thorbjarnarson's two 3-pointers keyed another 8-2 run to push the lead to back to 67-61, and the Huskers held on down the stretch. 

Wieskamp finished with a game-high 21 points, while Luka Garza added 16 points and 18 rebounds, but Nebraska held the All-America candidate below his Big Ten leading scoring average. The Huskers also limited Iowa to just 4-of-33 from 3-point range, while hitting 10 3-pointers. 

Nebraska opened the game on a 7-0 run and Iowa responded with a 7-0 run of their own to knot the game up at 7-7. The teams traded buckets before the Huskers went on another 8-0 run, featuring triples by Mack and Cheatham and a jumper from Thorbjarnarson to give Nebraska the 17-9 edge midway through the first half. Iowa was able to cut the Nebraska lead down to seven (38-31) by intermission, despite missing 12 consecutive three-pointers in the first half.

Iowa began pounding the ball down low in the opening minutes of the second half and brought the Husker lead down to two at the 15-minute mark. Mack then buried back-to-back jumpers to push the margin back to six and give the Huskers a 47-41 advantage at the first media timeout of the period. The teams continued battling ,and the Hawkeyes claimed a 51-50 lead after a Luka Garza layup and a Joe Wieskamp basket from beyond the arc with 12:41 remaining in the contest.

The Huskers continue Big Ten play Saturday afternoon when they take on Northwestern in Evanston, Ill. at 2:30 p.m. (MT). 

The game will be televised on BTN and carried on the Learfield IMG College Husker Sports Network.

By: Husker AthleticsLincoln, Neb. - Cam Mack had his fourth double-double of the season, while Thorir Thorbjarnarson tied his career high with 17 points to lead Nebraska to a 76-70 victory over Iowa Tuesday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mack poured in 15 points and dished out 10 assists for Nebraska (7-8, 2-2 Big Ten, as the Huskers put five players in double figures in posting their fourth straight win over the Hawkeyes in Lincoln. Mack has produced three of his double-doubles in conference play and had 10 assists and just one turnover in 39 minutes on Tuesday.<figure>
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 </figure>In addition to Mack and Thorbjarnarson, who grabbed a team-high nine rebounds, Haanif Cheatham added 14 while Dachon Burke Jr. and Kevin Cross also netted double figures with 13 points and 11 points, respectively.Nebraska led by as many as 12 in the first half, only to see Iowa (10-5, 1-3 Big Ten) take a 51-50 lead with 12:41 remaining. The Hawkeyes' lead would last just 38 seconds, as Cross keyed a significant run with six points in an 8-2 run as Nebraska took a 58-53 lead with 7:25 left. Iowa chipped away, pulling even at 59-all after a Joe Wieskamp basket with 5:20 remaining, but Thorbjarnarson's two 3-pointers keyed another 8-2 run to push the lead to back to 67-61, and the Huskers held on down the stretch. Wieskamp finished with a game-high 21 points, while Luka Garza added 16 points and 18 rebounds, but Nebraska held the All-America candidate below his Big Ten leading scoring average. The Huskers also limited Iowa to just 4-of-33 from 3-point range, while hitting 10 3-pointers. Nebraska opened the game on a 7-0 run and Iowa responded with a 7-0 run of their own to knot the game up at 7-7. The teams traded buckets before the Huskers went on another 8-0 run, featuring triples by Mack and Cheatham and a jumper from Thorbjarnarson to give Nebraska the 17-9 edge midway through the first half. Iowa was able to cut the Nebraska lead down to seven (38-31) by intermission, despite missing 12 consecutive three-pointers in the first half.Iowa began pounding the ball down low in the opening minutes of the second half and brought the Husker lead down to two at the 15-minute mark. Mack then buried back-to-back jumpers to push the margin back to six and give the Huskers a 47-41 advantage at the first media timeout of the period. The teams continued battling ,and the Hawkeyes claimed a 51-50 lead after a Luka Garza layup and a Joe Wieskamp basket from beyond the arc with 12:41 remaining in the contest.The Huskers continue Big Ten play Saturday afternoon when they take on Northwestern in Evanston, Ill. at 2:30 p.m. (MT). The game will be televised on BTN and carried on the Learfield IMG College Husker Sports Network.

Huskers hand Hawkeyes 76-70 defeat

Western Nebraska High School Basketball Scoreboard

All games are girls/boys doubleheaders

Cody-Kilgore 48, Gordon/Rushville 43 (Girls)

Gordon/Rushville 67, Cody-Kilgore 39 (Boys)

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 </figure>Tuesday, January 7All games are girls/boys doubleheadersCody-Kilgore 48, Gordon/Rushville 43 (Girls)Gordon/Rushville 67, Cody-Kilgore 39 (Boys)Leyton 54, Haxtun, CO 52 (Girls)Mitchell 83, Southeast, Wyo. 60 (Boys)Southeast, Wyo. 50, Mitchell 48 (Girls)South Platte 52, Kimball 48 (Girls)Kimball 60, South Platte 21 (Boys)

🏀 Western Nebraska High School Basketball Scoreboard

Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 47 points and Will Barton added a season-best 28 as the Denver Nuggets held off the Atlanta Hawks 123-115. Denver improved to 25-11, second-best in the Western Conference. Jokic surpassed his previous career high of 41 with a putback that gave the Nuggets a 114-109 lead with 3:14 remaining. Jamal Murray followed with a turnaround jumper and Barton put back his own missed shot to put the Nuggets up 118-109 at the 1:57 mark. That essentially ended all hopes for the NBA-worst Hawks, who were led by Trae Young's 29 points.

Missing Kemba Walker, the Boston Celtics became the latest NBA contender to surprisingly come up short against one of the league's worst teams, losing 99-94 to the Washington Wizards, who got 27 points from Ish Smith to lead a depleted lineup Monday night.

Walker sat out his third game in a row with the flu, and while the Celtics won the previous two -- against also-rans Atlanta and Chicago -- they couldn't overcome poor shooting, a slow start and a whole lot of Smith.

De’Aaron Fox had 21 points and seven assists, Buddy Hield also scored 21 and the Sacramento Kings thumped the Golden State Warriors 111-98. Trevor Ariza added a season-high 18 points for the Kings, and Harrison Barnes scored 18 as well. Glenn Robinson III had 16 points for Golden State. The Warriors have lost five straight after a season-high four-game winning streak.

DeMar DeRozan had 25 points and the San Antonio Spurs had a season-high 19 3-pointers in beating Milwaukee 126-104, snapping the Bucks five-game winning streak. Patty Mills added 21 points, including 6 for 10 on 3-pointers, for San Antonio. &nbsp;Giannis Antetokounmpo had 24 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists for Milwaukee, which lost for the first time since Dec. 25.

Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 38 points in the third quarter to lead the Dallas Mavericks past the Chicago Bulls 118-110. Doncic had 11 rebounds and 10 assists for Dallas. It was his NBA-leading 11th triple-double of the season. Lauri Markkanen led the Bulls with 26 points, who lost Wendell Carter Jr. to an apparent ankle injury.

Joel Embiid scored 18 points playing with a dislocated left ring finger as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-113. Ben Simmons had 17 points and 15 rebounds for Philly, which snapped a four-game losing streak. Embiid injured his finger in the first quarter. He got it taped up and returned to have a solid offensive game.

T.J. Warren scored 30 of his season-high 36 points in the second half, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Charlotte Hornets 115-104. The Pacers snapped a two-game skid and had lost four of their last five.

Markelle Fultz scored a career-high 25 points, including seven straight during a 15-1 run in the fourth quarter that sent the Orlando Magic past the slumping Brooklyn Nets 101-89. Nikola Vucevic had 23 rebounds and 11 points for his 300th career double-double.

Bojan Bogdanovic scored 35 points, Joe Ingles added 22 and the Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to six games by holding on for a 128-126 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.

By: Associated PressNikola Jokic scored a career-high 47 points and Will Barton added a season-best 28 as the Denver Nuggets held off the Atlanta Hawks 123-115. Denver improved to 25-11, second-best in the Western Conference. Jokic surpassed his previous career high of 41 with a putback that gave the Nuggets a 114-109 lead with 3:14 remaining. Jamal Murray followed with a turnaround jumper and Barton put back his own missed shot to put the Nuggets up 118-109 at the 1:57 mark. That essentially ended all hopes for the NBA-worst Hawks, who were led by Trae Young's 29 points.Missing Kemba Walker, the Boston Celtics became the latest NBA contender to surprisingly come up short against one of the league's worst teams, losing 99-94 to the Washington Wizards, who got 27 points from Ish Smith to lead a depleted lineup Monday night.Walker sat out his third game in a row with the flu, and while the Celtics won the previous two -- against also-rans Atlanta and Chicago -- they couldn't overcome poor shooting, a slow start and a whole lot of Smith.In other NBA Monday action:De’Aaron Fox had 21 points and seven assists, Buddy Hield also scored 21 and the Sacramento Kings thumped the Golden State Warriors 111-98. Trevor Ariza added a season-high 18 points for the Kings, and Harrison Barnes scored 18 as well. Glenn Robinson III had 16 points for Golden State. The Warriors have lost five straight after a season-high four-game winning streak.DeMar DeRozan had 25 points and the San Antonio Spurs had a season-high 19 3-pointers in beating Milwaukee 126-104, snapping the Bucks five-game winning streak. Patty Mills added 21 points, including 6 for 10 on 3-pointers, for San Antonio. &nbsp;Giannis Antetokounmpo had 24 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists for Milwaukee, which lost for the first time since Dec. 25.Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 38 points in the third quarter to lead the Dallas Mavericks past the Chicago Bulls 118-110. Doncic had 11 rebounds and 10 assists for Dallas. It was his NBA-leading 11th triple-double of the season. Lauri Markkanen led the Bulls with 26 points, who lost Wendell Carter Jr. to an apparent ankle injury.Joel Embiid scored 18 points playing with a dislocated left ring finger as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-113. Ben Simmons had 17 points and 15 rebounds for Philly, which snapped a four-game losing streak. Embiid injured his finger in the first quarter. He got it taped up and returned to have a solid offensive game.T.J. Warren scored 30 of his season-high 36 points in the second half, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Charlotte Hornets 115-104. The Pacers snapped a two-game skid and had lost four of their last five.Markelle Fultz scored a career-high 25 points, including seven straight during a 15-1 run in the fourth quarter that sent the Orlando Magic past the slumping Brooklyn Nets 101-89. Nikola Vucevic had 23 rebounds and 11 points for his 300th career double-double.Bojan Bogdanovic scored 35 points, Joe Ingles added 22 and the Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to six games by holding on for a 128-126 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.

"Joker" scores career-high 47 in Nuggets win over Atlanta

By: Dave Collins, Eagle Radio Sports Director

That's the question former Chadron State men's basketball player Evan Brooks can answer today after nailing a half-court shot Sunday during the L.A. Lakers game as part of the team's halftime entertainment promotions.

&nbsp;According to CSC Sports historian Con Marshall, the native of Ontario, Calif played for the Eagles in both 2013-14 and 2014-15.&nbsp; He averaged 8.9 points and made 41 3-point shots the first year, and averaged 11.8 points and nailed 54 treys his senior year.&nbsp; The latter percentage is the fifth best among Chadron State men since the 3-pointer became a part of the college game in the mid-1980s.&nbsp;

After Brooks' playing career he made a guest appearance with CSC Voice of the Eagles Dave Collins on radio broadcasts of Chadron State basketball providing color commentary during the radio call.

We've reached out to Brooks for comment on his incredible moment and will update this story.

By: Dave Collins, Eagle Radio Sports DirectorWhat would you do with quick $100,000?That's the question former Chadron State men's basketball player Evan Brooks can answer today after nailing a half-court shot Sunday during the L.A. Lakers game as part of the team's halftime entertainment promotions.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">From half-court for $100k?! Evan from La Habra is a <a href="https://twitter.com/MandalayBay?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MandalayBay</a> Big Shot Jackpot legend! <a href="https://t.co/50lrM74nDu">pic.twitter.com/50lrM74nDu</a>&mdash; Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) <a href="https://twitter.com/Lakers/status/1214052446554615814?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>&nbsp;According to CSC Sports historian Con Marshall, the native of Ontario, Calif played for the Eagles in both 2013-14 and 2014-15.&nbsp; He averaged 8.9 points and made 41 3-point shots the first year, and averaged 11.8 points and nailed 54 treys his senior year.&nbsp; The latter percentage is the fifth best among Chadron State men since the 3-pointer became a part of the college game in the mid-1980s.&nbsp;After Brooks' playing career he made a guest appearance with CSC Voice of the Eagles Dave Collins on radio broadcasts of Chadron State basketball providing color commentary during the radio call.We've reached out to Brooks for comment on his incredible moment and will update this story.

🎥 Video: Former Chadron State basketball player nails shot at Lakers game for $100,000!

North Carolina has hired Nebraska’s Jovan Dewitt as its outside linebackers coach and special teams coordinator. UNC announced Dewitt’s hire Monday after Dewitt spent the past two seasons in the same role with the Huskers. Dewitt's special teams have seven punt or kickoff returns for touchdowns in the past four seasons along with four blocked punts over the past two years. Dewitt also worked with current UNC defensive coordinator Jay Bateman at Army in 2014 and 2015. Dewitt replaces Scott Boone in the role on Mack Brown's staff.

By: Associated PressNorth Carolina has hired Nebraska’s Jovan Dewitt as its outside linebackers coach and special teams coordinator. UNC announced Dewitt’s hire Monday after Dewitt spent the past two seasons in the same role with the Huskers. Dewitt's special teams have seven punt or kickoff returns for touchdowns in the past four seasons along with four blocked punts over the past two years. Dewitt also worked with current UNC defensive coordinator Jay Bateman at Army in 2014 and 2015. Dewitt replaces Scott Boone in the role on Mack Brown's staff.

North Carolina hires away Husker football assistant coach

Eagles upset Fort Lewis for first win in series since 2006

By: Con Marshall, CSC Sports Information

DURANGO, Colo. -- January 4, 2020 -- The promising Chadron State College men's basketball team, which had lost so many heart-breakers this season, upset the Fort Lewis Skyhawks 83-71 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference action Saturday night in Durango.

Chadron State entered the game with a 2-10 record while Fort Lewis was 10-2, but the Eagles led all the way after Brian Rodriguez hit one of their dozen three-pointers for an 8-7 lead with 16:21 remaining in the opening half.

Even though the Skyhawks scored the final five points of the first half, the Eagles led 38-24 at halftime, went ahead by 21 points (47-26) when Jacob Jefferson tallied all nine of Chadron State's points in the first three minutes of the second half and maintained at least a double-digit led the rest of the way.

It was Chadron State's first win of the season on the road and their first victory over Fort Lewis since 2006. The Skyhawks had prevailed in all 14 games in the series since then, including an overtime win in Chadron a year ago, but the Eagles finally snapped the string.

The triumph is probably the "biggest" in Coach Houston Reed's four-year tenure at Chadron State, particularly on the road.

"I am really pleased with the win," Reed said. "Our guys have worked so hard and finally got a payday for that work. We finally busted out after losing four games by three or fewer points and another in overtime this year."

"We hit shots when we really needed them tonight," Reed continued, "and we also played good defense. There are still things we have to do better. We'll need that mindset coming back home."

The Eagles made 30 of 69 (43.5 percent) field goal shots, including a 12 of 34 three-pointers and 11 of 14 free throws, including five of six in the final 68 seconds after the Skyhawks began intentionally fouling.

Fort Lewis was 23 of 59 (39 percent) from the field, including seven of 23 from behind the arc, and was 18 of 30 at the foul line.

Both Rodriguez and Michael Sparks scored 18 points to pace the Eagles while Jefferson and Walker Andrew each finished with 11. Andrew also claimed a game-high nine rebounds. Point guard Colby Jackson added nine points and handed out 13 assists, just one behind Bret Bondegard's school record.

Chadron State was credited with 24 assists, twice the Fort Lewis total, and out-rebounded the hosts 45-38.

The Skyhawks were led in scoring by 6-foot-9 Riley Farris with 23 points, keeping his string of having scored at least 20 points in every game this winter alive. Freshman Akuel Kot was the Hawks' only other double-figure scorer with 13.

Now 2-5 in the RMAC, Chadron State will host the two Utah teams in the conference, Westminster and Dixie State, this coming weekend.

Chadron State--Brian Rodriguez 18, Michael Sparks 18, Walker Andrew 11, Jacob Jefferson 11, Colby Jackson 9, Kevin DiMarco 6, Kenan Gray 4, Andre Sepeda 3, Brady Delimont 3. Totals: 30-69 (12-34) 11-14 83 points, 45 rebounds, 8 turnovers.

Fort Lewis--Riley Farris 23, Aduel Kot 13, Brendan Boatwright 9, Junior Garbrah 8, Will Wittman 6, Logan Hokanson 6, Brendan LaRose 4, Danny Garrick 2. Totals: 23-59 (7-23) 18-30, 71 points, 38 rebounds, 10 turnovers.

3-pointers: CSC--Rodriguez 4, Sparks 3, Andrew 1, Jefferson 1, Jackson 1, Sepeda 1, Delimont 1. FLC--Farris 2, Wittman 2, Kot 2, Hokanson 1.

Eagles can't overcome slow start in loss at Fort Lewis

By: John Murphy, CSC Sports Information Assistant

DURANGO, Colo. -- The Fort Lewis Skyhawks outscored Chadron State 24-11 in the first quarter en route to defeating the Eagles, 83-88, in Durango, Colorado on Saturday.

Chadron State falls to 3-13 and 1-6 in conference play, while Fort Lewis improves to 10-2 overall and 5-1 in the RMAC.

"We showed up tonight," Head Coach Janet Raymer said. "The scored didn't really show it but I'm proud of the girls for their effort tonight."

The Skyhawk's opened the game on a 14-2 scoring run and led by nine points after CSC outscored Fort Lewis 24-20 in the second period.

Fort Lewis outscored the Eagles by four in both the third and fourth quarter.

CSC lowered the deficit to nine with 7:28 left in the fourth period, but Fort Lewis scored eight straight points to extend their lead.

"We kept fighting and I loved to see that tonight," Raymer said.

CSC committed 18 turnovers, leading to 27 points for the Skyhawks, versus six points for CSC on the home team's nine giveaways.

The Eagle's shot 39.1 percent (25-64) from the field, while Fort Lewis hit 44.6 percent (33-74) of their shots. Chadron State was outrebounded in the loss 47-38. CSC had 16 assists, compared to 18 for Fort Lewis.

For the third time this season, CSC made 10 threes, on 25 attempts for 40 percent. The Skyhawks were 7-19 from three and 10-17 from the charity stripe. CSC only shot 11 free throws, making six of them.

For the second straight night, Taryn Foxen and Melisa Kadic scored in double-digits to lead the Eagles. Foxen had 22 points and Kadic had 18, with both making four three pointers. Foxen had a team high seven rebounds.

Katrina Chandler led both teams with 19 points, followed by Jordan Vasquez with 18 and Jordan Carter with 15.

Charon State returns home on Friday the 10 and Saturday the 11 as they host the conference's Utah teams.

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 </figure>Eagles upset Fort Lewis for first win in series since 2006By: Con Marshall, CSC Sports InformationDURANGO, Colo. -- January 4, 2020 -- The promising Chadron State College men's basketball team, which had lost so many heart-breakers this season, upset the Fort Lewis Skyhawks 83-71 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference action Saturday night in Durango.Chadron State entered the game with a 2-10 record while Fort Lewis was 10-2, but the Eagles led all the way after Brian Rodriguez hit one of their dozen three-pointers for an 8-7 lead with 16:21 remaining in the opening half.Even though the Skyhawks scored the final five points of the first half, the Eagles led 38-24 at halftime, went ahead by 21 points (47-26) when Jacob Jefferson tallied all nine of Chadron State's points in the first three minutes of the second half and maintained at least a double-digit led the rest of the way.It was Chadron State's first win of the season on the road and their first victory over Fort Lewis since 2006. The Skyhawks had prevailed in all 14 games in the series since then, including an overtime win in Chadron a year ago, but the Eagles finally snapped the string.The triumph is probably the "biggest" in Coach Houston Reed's four-year tenure at Chadron State, particularly on the road."I am really pleased with the win," Reed said. "Our guys have worked so hard and finally got a payday for that work. We finally busted out after losing four games by three or fewer points and another in overtime this year.""We hit shots when we really needed them tonight," Reed continued, "and we also played good defense. There are still things we have to do better. We'll need that mindset coming back home."The Eagles made 30 of 69 (43.5 percent) field goal shots, including a 12 of 34 three-pointers and 11 of 14 free throws, including five of six in the final 68 seconds after the Skyhawks began intentionally fouling.Fort Lewis was 23 of 59 (39 percent) from the field, including seven of 23 from behind the arc, and was 18 of 30 at the foul line.Both Rodriguez and Michael Sparks scored 18 points to pace the Eagles while Jefferson and Walker Andrew each finished with 11. Andrew also claimed a game-high nine rebounds. Point guard Colby Jackson added nine points and handed out 13 assists, just one behind Bret Bondegard's school record.Chadron State was credited with 24 assists, twice the Fort Lewis total, and out-rebounded the hosts 45-38.The Skyhawks were led in scoring by 6-foot-9 Riley Farris with 23 points, keeping his string of having scored at least 20 points in every game this winter alive. Freshman Akuel Kot was the Hawks' only other double-figure scorer with 13.Now 2-5 in the RMAC, Chadron State will host the two Utah teams in the conference, Westminster and Dixie State, this coming weekend.Chadron State--Brian Rodriguez 18, Michael Sparks 18, Walker Andrew 11, Jacob Jefferson 11, Colby Jackson 9, Kevin DiMarco 6, Kenan Gray 4, Andre Sepeda 3, Brady Delimont 3. Totals: 30-69 (12-34) 11-14 83 points, 45 rebounds, 8 turnovers.Fort Lewis--Riley Farris 23, Aduel Kot 13, Brendan Boatwright 9, Junior Garbrah 8, Will Wittman 6, Logan Hokanson 6, Brendan LaRose 4, Danny Garrick 2. Totals: 23-59 (7-23) 18-30, 71 points, 38 rebounds, 10 turnovers.Chadron State 38 45 ----83Fort Lewis 24 47 ----713-pointers: CSC--Rodriguez 4, Sparks 3, Andrew 1, Jefferson 1, Jackson 1, Sepeda 1, Delimont 1. FLC--Farris 2, Wittman 2, Kot 2, Hokanson 1.Eagles can't overcome slow start in loss at Fort LewisBy: John Murphy, CSC Sports Information Assistant<figure>
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 </figure>DURANGO, Colo. -- The Fort Lewis Skyhawks outscored Chadron State 24-11 in the first quarter en route to defeating the Eagles, 83-88, in Durango, Colorado on Saturday.Chadron State falls to 3-13 and 1-6 in conference play, while Fort Lewis improves to 10-2 overall and 5-1 in the RMAC."We showed up tonight," Head Coach Janet Raymer said. "The scored didn't really show it but I'm proud of the girls for their effort tonight."The Skyhawk's opened the game on a 14-2 scoring run and led by nine points after CSC outscored Fort Lewis 24-20 in the second period.Fort Lewis outscored the Eagles by four in both the third and fourth quarter.CSC lowered the deficit to nine with 7:28 left in the fourth period, but Fort Lewis scored eight straight points to extend their lead."We kept fighting and I loved to see that tonight," Raymer said.CSC committed 18 turnovers, leading to 27 points for the Skyhawks, versus six points for CSC on the home team's nine giveaways.The Eagle's shot 39.1 percent (25-64) from the field, while Fort Lewis hit 44.6 percent (33-74) of their shots. Chadron State was outrebounded in the loss 47-38. CSC had 16 assists, compared to 18 for Fort Lewis.For the third time this season, CSC made 10 threes, on 25 attempts for 40 percent. The Skyhawks were 7-19 from three and 10-17 from the charity stripe. CSC only shot 11 free throws, making six of them.For the second straight night, Taryn Foxen and Melisa Kadic scored in double-digits to lead the Eagles. Foxen had 22 points and Kadic had 18, with both making four three pointers. Foxen had a team high seven rebounds.Katrina Chandler led both teams with 19 points, followed by Jordan Vasquez with 18 and Jordan Carter with 15.Charon State returns home on Friday the 10 and Saturday the 11 as they host the conference's Utah teams.

Mission Accomplished: Chadron State upsets Fort Lewis for statement road win

Caleb McConnell made all eight of his shots from the field and scored a season-high 20 points starting in place of the injured Geo Baker, and Rutgers beat Nebraska 79-62 on Friday night for its fifth straight win. Baker, the Scarlet Knights' team leader and No. 2 scorer, is out indefinitely with a left thumb injury. McConnell made his first seven shots, including two 3-pointers, and finished with season highs for points, assists and minutes. Haanif Cheatham had 16 points to lead Nebraska, which shot 32 percent.&nbsp;

Associated PressCaleb McConnell made all eight of his shots from the field and scored a season-high 20 points starting in place of the injured Geo Baker, and Rutgers beat Nebraska 79-62 on Friday night for its fifth straight win. Baker, the Scarlet Knights' team leader and No. 2 scorer, is out indefinitely with a left thumb injury. McConnell made his first seven shots, including two 3-pointers, and finished with season highs for points, assists and minutes. Haanif Cheatham had 16 points to lead Nebraska, which shot 32 percent.&nbsp;

Huskers humbled at home by Rutgers, 79-62

Eagles edged by ASU despite leading most of night

ALAMOSA, Colo. -- January 3, 2020 -- The Chadron State College men's basketball team led for 27 ½ minutes, compared to just 7 ½ minutes by Adams State, but the host Grizzlies dealt the Eagles another heart-breaking loss, 81-78, in Alamosa, Colo., on Friday night.

It was the Eagles' third loss by three points this season and they've also lost by one point and in overtime.  They are 2-10 overall and 1-5 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

"Any time you look at a box score," said CSC Head Men's Basketball Coach Houston Reed, "and you see you out-rebounded your opponent by 15, you expect to be in the win column. Here on the road, you have to be able to be put down shots. We just need to knock down one or two more of those open shots. This is the second consecutive game we've lost, on the road, where we ended up with more field goal attempts than our opponent. Once you get to the point you're getting more shots than your opponent, it just comes down to making field goals."

The game was nip-and-tuck all the way.  There were nine lead changes in the first half before the Eagles led 31-28 at halftime. Chadron State owned the game's biggest lead of 51-43 with 14:39 to play.

The Grizzlies took their first lead in nearly 12 minutes at 69-68 when Logan Longo hit a 3-pointer with 4:21 remaining and never trailed again.

Chadron State point guard Colby Jackson sank his fifth trey of the game with 11 seconds to go to cut the Adams State lead to 79-77.  The Eagles called time out and forced the Grizzlies to use two timeouts while trying to get the ball in play.

On the third attempt, Chadron State's Dom Coleman stole the inbounds pass and was immediately fouled. He made the first free throw, but missed the second. Longo grabbed the rebound, was fouled and sank both free shots with eight seconds remaining.

After a timeout, the Eagles got the ball to center Jacob Jefferson for a 3-point attempt that would have tied the score, but it missed.

Adams State, now 4-8 overall and 2-4 in the conference, put four players in double figures. Szymon Walczak had 17 points, both Rickey Norris and Rylan O'Brien 16 and Juwan Green 13.

Brian Rodriguez led the Eagles with 18 points and Jackson had 17.  Walker Andrew added nine points and was the game's leading rebounder with 10.

Both teams shot right at 40 percent from the field.  The Eagles were 26 of 65, including nine of 24 from long range. Adams State was 25 of 61, including four of 10 on threes.  The Grizzlies were 27 of 36 at the free throw line while Chadron State was 17 of 25.

Chadron State outrebounded the hosts 40 to 25, but had 19 turnovers and the Grizzlies' 11.

Saturday night, the Eagles will play at Fort Lewis, which defeated Metro State Denver 78-65, Friday night.

Chadron State--Brian Rodriguez 18, Colby Jackson 17, Walker Andrew 9, Kenan Gray 8, Michael Sparks 7, Kevin DiMarco 7, Jacob Jefferson 5, Dominic Coleman 5, Andre Sepeda 2. Totals: 26-65 (9-24) 17-25 78 points, 40 rebounds, 19 turnovers.

Adams State--Szymon Walczak 17, Rickey Norris 16, Rylan O'Brien 16, Juwan Green 13, Logan Longo 8, Kaelin Crane 8, Nana Appiah 2, Cole Arceneaux 1. Totals: 25-61 (4-10) 27-36 81 points, 25 rebounds, 11 turnovers. 

Chadron State           31             47         ----78

Adams State               28            53         ----81

3-pointers:  CSC--Jackson 5, Rodriguez 2, Jefferson 1, Sparks 1.  ASU--O'Brien 3, Longo 1.

Pair of guards push Grizzlies past CSC

By: John Murphy, CSC Sports Information Assistant

ALAMOSA- Colo. -- Zakiya Beckles and Laura Gutierrez scored 23 and 20 points, respectively, helping the Adams State Grizzlies defeat the Chadron State women's basketball team, 73-58, on Friday night.

The lost to start the new year drops CSC to 3-12 overall and 1-5 in conference play. Adams improves to 2-10 and 2-4 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

Neither team gained a large lead in the first quarter as the game was tied 13-13 at the end of the period. In the second quarter, the Grizzlies were four of eight from three and outscored CSC 18-10.

In the second half, both teams shot 30 field goal attempts. Adams State converted 14 of them, six being threes, while the Eagles made 14 of their attempts and were two of nine from three in the half. The Grizzlies outscored the Eagles 18-12 to build their lead in the third, and outscored CSC 24-23 in the fourth..

CSC committed 17 turnovers, leading to 17 points, versus 10 points on the home team's 15 giveaways.

The Eagle's shot 43.9 percent (25-57) from the field, while Adams state hit 41 percent (25-61) of their shots. Chadron State was outrebounded in the loss 34-25. 

The Grizzlies scored 33 of their points from behind the arc, by hitting 11-31 attempts for 35.5 percent. CSC was three of 21 from three, good for 14.3 percent.

Chadron State made five of their nine attempts from the charity stripe and Adams shot 12-13 from the free-throw line.

Taryn Foxen led CSC with 17 points, followed by Melisa Kadic with 11. Kadic had a game high eight rebounds and Jori Peters led both teams with six assists.

Beckles and Gutierrez led the Grizzlies in scoring. Each made five three-pointers. Ally McKenzie also scored in double digits with 10.

Chadron State is back in action tomorrow, in Durango, Colorado as they face Fort Lewis College. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

Eagles edged by ASU despite leading most of night<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578156986197.jpeg" alt="Seniro Colby Jackson gets to the basket in a prior game against ASU. File Photo." />
 <figcaption>Seniro Colby Jackson gets to the basket in a prior game against ASU. File Photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By: Con Marshall, CSC Sports InformationALAMOSA, Colo. -- January 3, 2020 -- The Chadron State College men's basketball team led for 27 ½ minutes, compared to just 7 ½ minutes by Adams State, but the host Grizzlies dealt the Eagles another heart-breaking loss, 81-78, in Alamosa, Colo., on Friday night.It was the Eagles' third loss by three points this season and they've also lost by one point and in overtime. They are 2-10 overall and 1-5 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference."Any time you look at a box score," said CSC Head Men's Basketball Coach Houston Reed, "and you see you out-rebounded your opponent by 15, you expect to be in the win column. Here on the road, you have to be able to be put down shots. We just need to knock down one or two more of those open shots. This is the second consecutive game we've lost, on the road, where we ended up with more field goal attempts than our opponent. Once you get to the point you're getting more shots than your opponent, it just comes down to making field goals."The game was nip-and-tuck all the way. There were nine lead changes in the first half before the Eagles led 31-28 at halftime. Chadron State owned the game's biggest lead of 51-43 with 14:39 to play.The Grizzlies took their first lead in nearly 12 minutes at 69-68 when Logan Longo hit a 3-pointer with 4:21 remaining and never trailed again.Chadron State point guard Colby Jackson sank his fifth trey of the game with 11 seconds to go to cut the Adams State lead to 79-77. The Eagles called time out and forced the Grizzlies to use two timeouts while trying to get the ball in play.On the third attempt, Chadron State's Dom Coleman stole the inbounds pass and was immediately fouled. He made the first free throw, but missed the second. Longo grabbed the rebound, was fouled and sank both free shots with eight seconds remaining.After a timeout, the Eagles got the ball to center Jacob Jefferson for a 3-point attempt that would have tied the score, but it missed.Adams State, now 4-8 overall and 2-4 in the conference, put four players in double figures. Szymon Walczak had 17 points, both Rickey Norris and Rylan O'Brien 16 and Juwan Green 13.Brian Rodriguez led the Eagles with 18 points and Jackson had 17. Walker Andrew added nine points and was the game's leading rebounder with 10.Both teams shot right at 40 percent from the field. The Eagles were 26 of 65, including nine of 24 from long range. Adams State was 25 of 61, including four of 10 on threes. The Grizzlies were 27 of 36 at the free throw line while Chadron State was 17 of 25.Chadron State outrebounded the hosts 40 to 25, but had 19 turnovers and the Grizzlies' 11.Saturday night, the Eagles will play at Fort Lewis, which defeated Metro State Denver 78-65, Friday night.Chadron State--Brian Rodriguez 18, Colby Jackson 17, Walker Andrew 9, Kenan Gray 8, Michael Sparks 7, Kevin DiMarco 7, Jacob Jefferson 5, Dominic Coleman 5, Andre Sepeda 2. Totals: 26-65 (9-24) 17-25 78 points, 40 rebounds, 19 turnovers.Adams State--Szymon Walczak 17, Rickey Norris 16, Rylan O'Brien 16, Juwan Green 13, Logan Longo 8, Kaelin Crane 8, Nana Appiah 2, Cole Arceneaux 1. Totals: 25-61 (4-10) 27-36 81 points, 25 rebounds, 11 turnovers. Chadron State 31 47 ----78Adams State 28 53 ----813-pointers: CSC--Jackson 5, Rodriguez 2, Jefferson 1, Sparks 1. ASU--O'Brien 3, Longo 1.Pair of guards push Grizzlies past CSCBy: John Murphy, CSC Sports Information Assistant<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578156864338.jpeg" alt="CSC senior Jessica Lovitt against ASU in a prior game. File Photo" />
 <figcaption>CSC senior Jessica Lovitt against ASU in a prior game. File Photo</figcaption>
 </figure>ALAMOSA- Colo. -- Zakiya Beckles and Laura Gutierrez scored 23 and 20 points, respectively, helping the Adams State Grizzlies defeat the Chadron State women's basketball team, 73-58, on Friday night.The lost to start the new year drops CSC to 3-12 overall and 1-5 in conference play. Adams improves to 2-10 and 2-4 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.Neither team gained a large lead in the first quarter as the game was tied 13-13 at the end of the period. In the second quarter, the Grizzlies were four of eight from three and outscored CSC 18-10.In the second half, both teams shot 30 field goal attempts. Adams State converted 14 of them, six being threes, while the Eagles made 14 of their attempts and were two of nine from three in the half. The Grizzlies outscored the Eagles 18-12 to build their lead in the third, and outscored CSC 24-23 in the fourth..CSC committed 17 turnovers, leading to 17 points, versus 10 points on the home team's 15 giveaways.The Eagle's shot 43.9 percent (25-57) from the field, while Adams state hit 41 percent (25-61) of their shots. Chadron State was outrebounded in the loss 34-25. The Grizzlies scored 33 of their points from behind the arc, by hitting 11-31 attempts for 35.5 percent. CSC was three of 21 from three, good for 14.3 percent.Chadron State made five of their nine attempts from the charity stripe and Adams shot 12-13 from the free-throw line.Taryn Foxen led CSC with 17 points, followed by Melisa Kadic with 11. Kadic had a game high eight rebounds and Jori Peters led both teams with six assists.Beckles and Gutierrez led the Grizzlies in scoring. Each made five three-pointers. Ally McKenzie also scored in double digits with 10.Chadron State is back in action tomorrow, in Durango, Colorado as they face Fort Lewis College. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

Eagle men clipped by Grizzlies; women fall at ASU to open 2020 RMAC schedule

Western Nebraska High School Basketball Schedule &amp; Scoreboards

Alliance at Bayard - 🔊📻 KCOW 92.5 FM / AM 1400

<h2>Western Nebraska High School Basketball Schedule &amp; Scoreboards</h2>Friday, January 3 - Girls/BoysMitchell 63, Bayard 23 (Girls)Mitchell 77, Bayard 18 (Boys)Bridgeport 49, Southeast, WY 23 (Girls)Bridgeport 67, Southeast, WY 51 (Boys)Crawford 51, Morrill 45 (Girls)Morrill 62, Crawford 30 (Boys)Hastings 52, Gering 38 (Girls)McCook 72, Gering 71 (Boys)Scottsbluff 50, Columbus 34 (Girls)Scottsbluff 59, North Platte 32 (Boys)Ogallala 54, Perkins County 9 (Girls)Ogallala 76, Perkins County 24 (Boys)Arthur County 44, Leyton 43 (Girls)Leyton 59, Arthur County 43 (Boys)Paxton 48, Garden County 27 (Boys)Sioux County 64, Hay Springs 32 (Girls)Sioux County 45, Hay Springs 44 (Boys)Saturday, January 4 - Girls/BoysAlliance at Bayard - 🔊📻 KCOW 92.5 FM / AM 1400Sidney at HoldregeValentine at Cody-KilgoreNiobrara County, WY at HemingfordArthur County at Hyannis<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577841336155.jpeg" alt="File Photo - Credit: Dave Collins, Eagle Radio" />
 <figcaption>File Photo - Credit: Dave Collins, Eagle Radio</figcaption>
 </figure>Thursday, January 2GNAC TournamentHastings 71, Gering 36 (Boys)Scottsbluff 69, McCook 44 (Boys)Scottsbluff 52, Gering 48 (Girls)

🏀  Friday scoreboard and Saturday's local schedule

The Chadron State football offense will be under new
leadership this fall.&nbsp; Offensive
Coordinator Logan Masters has accepted the same position with his alma mater
Wayne State after guiding one of the RMAC’s most explosive offenses in 2019.

Masters told me, “Coming to Wayne (State) was a chance to
come home and build what Chadron has at my alma mater. I get to work with Coach
McMenamin who has had a huge influence in my life!”

McMenamin was recently named the new head coach at WSU and
is filling out his staff.

Masters began the three-year Chadron State era of his
career as wide receivers coach and led the offense for one season, 2019.&nbsp; CSC was the RMAC’s second-leading scoring
offense (37.1 ppg, and second-leading yardage unit (457.7 ypg) as well as in
the top three of both rushing and passing yards per game.

“I loved my time in Chadron, people were great and
welcoming to my family,” Masters said. “(I) loved my time with the coaching
staff and Coach Long helped me become a better coach and man.&nbsp; (I was) really lucky and blessed to be able
to coach such great kids!”

Whomever the Eagles tab to become offensive coordinator in 2020 will have a boatload of talent to guide going forward.&nbsp; All-RMAC Player of the Year candidate Dalton
Holst will return for his senior season, and offensive weapons Cole Thurness,
Elijah Myles and four starting linemen are all expected to return.

By: Dave Collins, Eagle Radio Sports DirectorThe Chadron State football offense will be under new
leadership this fall.&nbsp; Offensive
Coordinator Logan Masters has accepted the same position with his alma mater
Wayne State after guiding one of the RMAC’s most explosive offenses in 2019.Masters told me, “Coming to Wayne (State) was a chance to
come home and build what Chadron has at my alma mater. I get to work with Coach
McMenamin who has had a huge influence in my life!”McMenamin was recently named the new head coach at WSU and
is filling out his staff.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578073049490.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Masters began the three-year Chadron State era of his
career as wide receivers coach and led the offense for one season, 2019.&nbsp; CSC was the RMAC’s second-leading scoring
offense (37.1 ppg, and second-leading yardage unit (457.7 ypg) as well as in
the top three of both rushing and passing yards per game.“I loved my time in Chadron, people were great and
welcoming to my family,” Masters said. “(I) loved my time with the coaching
staff and Coach Long helped me become a better coach and man.&nbsp; (I was) really lucky and blessed to be able
to coach such great kids!”Whomever the Eagles tab to become offensive coordinator in 2020 will have a boatload of talent to guide going forward.&nbsp; All-RMAC Player of the Year candidate Dalton
Holst will return for his senior season, and offensive weapons Cole Thurness,
Elijah Myles and four starting linemen are all expected to return.

CSC offensive coordinator leaving to lead offense at Wayne State in a "chance to come home"

The Denver Nuggets took control of the game with a five-point flurry at the end of the third quarter and continued pulling away early in the fourth to pick up a 124-116 victory at Indiana. Michael Porter Jr. led the comeback with a season-high 25 points. Jamal Murray added 22 on a night Nikola Jokic struggled with foul trouble. Jokic still scored 22. Jeremy Lamb had a season-high 30 points to lead the Pacers. Indiana had a six-game home winning streak snapped.

Checking out Thursday’s other NBA action:

&nbsp;The Miami Heat remain unbeaten this season in games following a loss. Bam Adebayo delivered 15 points and 14 rebounds as the NBA’s Southeast Division leaders silenced the visiting Raptors, 84-76. Tyler Herro and Goran Dragic each scored 13 for Miami, which is 2-0 against the Raptors this season and 9-0 after a loss. Toronto shot just 31.5% and was 6 of 42 from 3-point range. Serge Ibaka&nbsp; had 19 points and 10 rebounds for Toronto.

Montrezl Harrell scored 23 points and Lou Williams chipped in with 22 points while the Clippers were completing a 126-112 win against Detroit. The Clippers finished without Paul George, who scored 12 points before missing the second half with a tight left hamstring.

Dallas avoided its first three-game losing streak of the season as Luka Doncic&nbsp; scored 15 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter of the Mavericks’ 123-111 victory over the Nets. Seth Curry finished with 25 points to help the Mavs win without injured starters Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr.

Bojan Bogdanovic contributed 19 points and the Jazz won for the 10th time in 12 games by downing the Bulls, 102-98. Rudy Gobert added 17 points and 12 rebounds for Utah, which went on a 24-4 run in the third quarter.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 points and the Thunder overcame 30 points by DeMar DeRozan to beat the Spurs for the first time in their last 10 meetings, 109-103. Chris Paul had 10 of his 16 points in the final quarter to help Oklahoma City win its fourth straight.

Devonte' Graham nailed a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 26 seconds left to push the Hornets past the Cavaliers, 109-106. Terry Rozier led the Hornets with 30 points and Graham furnished all 16 of his points in the second half as Charlotte ended a six-game skid.

The Timberwolves were 99-84 winners over the Warriors as Shabazz Napier and Robert Covington each scored 20 points for Minnesota. The Wolves ripped off an 18-3 run in the first quarter and led by as many as 22 before allowing a season low for points.

The Kings’ eight-game slide is over after De’Aaron Fox scored 10 of his 27 points in the final five minutes of a 128-123 downing of the Grizzlies. Buddy Hield had 26 points and seven rebounds for Sacramento, which trailed by 20 in the opening half.

The Denver Nuggets took control of the game with a five-point flurry at the end of the third quarter and continued pulling away early in the fourth to pick up a 124-116 victory at Indiana. Michael Porter Jr. led the comeback with a season-high 25 points. Jamal Murray added 22 on a night Nikola Jokic struggled with foul trouble. Jokic still scored 22. Jeremy Lamb had a season-high 30 points to lead the Pacers. Indiana had a six-game home winning streak snapped.Checking out Thursday’s other NBA action:&nbsp;The Miami Heat remain unbeaten this season in games following a loss. Bam Adebayo delivered 15 points and 14 rebounds as the NBA’s Southeast Division leaders silenced the visiting Raptors, 84-76. Tyler Herro and Goran Dragic each scored 13 for Miami, which is 2-0 against the Raptors this season and 9-0 after a loss. Toronto shot just 31.5% and was 6 of 42 from 3-point range. Serge Ibaka&nbsp; had 19 points and 10 rebounds for Toronto.Montrezl Harrell scored 23 points and Lou Williams chipped in with 22 points while the Clippers were completing a 126-112 win against Detroit. The Clippers finished without Paul George, who scored 12 points before missing the second half with a tight left hamstring.Dallas avoided its first three-game losing streak of the season as Luka Doncic&nbsp; scored 15 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter of the Mavericks’ 123-111 victory over the Nets. Seth Curry finished with 25 points to help the Mavs win without injured starters Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr.Bojan Bogdanovic contributed 19 points and the Jazz won for the 10th time in 12 games by downing the Bulls, 102-98. Rudy Gobert added 17 points and 12 rebounds for Utah, which went on a 24-4 run in the third quarter.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 points and the Thunder overcame 30 points by DeMar DeRozan to beat the Spurs for the first time in their last 10 meetings, 109-103. Chris Paul had 10 of his 16 points in the final quarter to help Oklahoma City win its fourth straight.Devonte' Graham nailed a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 26 seconds left to push the Hornets past the Cavaliers, 109-106. Terry Rozier led the Hornets with 30 points and Graham furnished all 16 of his points in the second half as Charlotte ended a six-game skid.The Timberwolves were 99-84 winners over the Warriors as Shabazz Napier and Robert Covington each scored 20 points for Minnesota. The Wolves ripped off an 18-3 run in the first quarter and led by as many as 22 before allowing a season low for points.The Kings’ eight-game slide is over after De’Aaron Fox scored 10 of his 27 points in the final five minutes of a 128-123 downing of the Grizzlies. Buddy Hield had 26 points and seven rebounds for Sacramento, which trailed by 20 in the opening half.

Nuggets claim key road win behind rookie's huge night at Pacers



Hoping for better fate during the New Year, the Chadron State College basketball teams will hit the road again this weekend.&nbsp; The Eagles will visit Adams State in Alamosa, Colo., on Friday night and venture over Wolf Creek Pass to Durango to play Fort Lewis on Saturday night. Both double-headers will begin at 5:30, and both will be broadcast on DOuble Q Country, 97.5 &amp; 105.9 FM.

Both CSC teams struggled during the 2019 portion of the season while playing mostly on the road.&nbsp; The women are 3-11 and the men 2-9 overall.&nbsp; Both are 1-4 in RMAC contests.

"We're still going to be on the road a lot in January, and road wins are tough to come by in the RMAC," said CSC Men's Coach&nbsp;<a href="https://chadroneagles.com/coaches.aspx?rc=292">Houston Reed</a>. "We've got to get some wins in January if we're going to meet our goals (making the playoffs.). We've cut down on turnovers and rebounded better, but we've had some other breakdowns.&nbsp; We've got to execute better and complete our plays."

Reed said his team also needs to tighten its 3-point defense. In the final three games of 2019, the opponents made 37 of 68 shots from behind the arc for 54.4 percent.

Although they lost, the CSC women played one of their best offensive games against Metro State just before Christmas, when they made 11 of 22 treys and 14 of 17 free throws and outrebounded the Roadrunners 39-34. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Both Adams State teams also have struggled so far.&nbsp; Both are 3-8 overall and 1-4 in the conference.&nbsp; The Fort Lewis teams have fared much better.&nbsp; The women are 8-2 for the season and 4-1 in the conference.&nbsp; The men are 9-2 and 3-2.

Both Grizzly quintets got their conference win while hosting New Mexico Highlands. The women won 57-45 and the men 75-74. The losses have been to CSU-Pueblo, Black Hills State, South Dakota Mines and Fort Lewis.

The Adams State women are led in scoring by 5-8 senior Zakiya Beckles at 9.9 points a game while the men's leaders are 6-5 junior Kaelin Crane at 16.3 and 6-foot senior Juwan Green at 13.5.&nbsp;

Two tall players with the first name of Jordan are leading the Fort Lewis women with scoring averages barely below 11 points and rebounding averages above 7.0. They are Jordan Carter, a 6-1 junior, and Jordan Vasquez, a 6-0 freshman.&nbsp; Black Hills State handed the Lady Skyhawks a 74-66 setback for their only conference loss.

The Skyhawks' men are paced by 6-9 junior Riley Farris at 23.8 points a game and freshman guard Akuel Kot, who is scoring at a 15.5 clip. Their conference losses have been to Highlands and Black Hills.

The bus rides will continue for the Eagles through January.&nbsp; After the trip to southwestern Colorado this weekend, the Eagles will be at home Jan. 10 and 11 to meet the two RMAC teams from Utah, but will be on the road again for four games the following two weekends.

That means the CSC teams will have played four conference games at home and nine on the road through December and January 24.&nbsp; Things will turn around beginning on Jan. 31.&nbsp; Seven of the final nine games will be in the Chicoine Center.

By: Con Marshall, CSC Sports Information

Hoping for better fate during the New Year, the Chadron State College basketball teams will hit the road again this weekend.&nbsp; The Eagles will visit Adams State in Alamosa, Colo., on Friday night and venture over Wolf Creek Pass to Durango to play Fort Lewis on Saturday night. Both double-headers will begin at 5:30, and both will be broadcast on DOuble Q Country, 97.5 &amp; 105.9 FM.Both CSC teams struggled during the 2019 portion of the season while playing mostly on the road.&nbsp; The women are 3-11 and the men 2-9 overall.&nbsp; Both are 1-4 in RMAC contests."We're still going to be on the road a lot in January, and road wins are tough to come by in the RMAC," said CSC Men's Coach&nbsp;<a href="https://chadroneagles.com/coaches.aspx?rc=292">Houston Reed</a>. "We've got to get some wins in January if we're going to meet our goals (making the playoffs.). We've cut down on turnovers and rebounded better, but we've had some other breakdowns.&nbsp; We've got to execute better and complete our plays."Reed said his team also needs to tighten its 3-point defense. In the final three games of 2019, the opponents made 37 of 68 shots from behind the arc for 54.4 percent.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578063947334.jpeg" alt="CSC Senior McKenna McClintic drives the ball against Fort Lewis in a previous game." />
 <figcaption>CSC Senior McKenna McClintic drives the ball against Fort Lewis in a previous game.</figcaption>
 </figure>Although they lost, the CSC women played one of their best offensive games against Metro State just before Christmas, when they made 11 of 22 treys and 14 of 17 free throws and outrebounded the Roadrunners 39-34. &nbsp;&nbsp;Both Adams State teams also have struggled so far.&nbsp; Both are 3-8 overall and 1-4 in the conference.&nbsp; The Fort Lewis teams have fared much better.&nbsp; The women are 8-2 for the season and 4-1 in the conference.&nbsp; The men are 9-2 and 3-2.Both Grizzly quintets got their conference win while hosting New Mexico Highlands. The women won 57-45 and the men 75-74. The losses have been to CSU-Pueblo, Black Hills State, South Dakota Mines and Fort Lewis.The Adams State women are led in scoring by 5-8 senior Zakiya Beckles at 9.9 points a game while the men's leaders are 6-5 junior Kaelin Crane at 16.3 and 6-foot senior Juwan Green at 13.5.&nbsp;Two tall players with the first name of Jordan are leading the Fort Lewis women with scoring averages barely below 11 points and rebounding averages above 7.0. They are Jordan Carter, a 6-1 junior, and Jordan Vasquez, a 6-0 freshman.&nbsp; Black Hills State handed the Lady Skyhawks a 74-66 setback for their only conference loss.The Skyhawks' men are paced by 6-9 junior Riley Farris at 23.8 points a game and freshman guard Akuel Kot, who is scoring at a 15.5 clip. Their conference losses have been to Highlands and Black Hills.The bus rides will continue for the Eagles through January.&nbsp; After the trip to southwestern Colorado this weekend, the Eagles will be at home Jan. 10 and 11 to meet the two RMAC teams from Utah, but will be on the road again for four games the following two weekends.That means the CSC teams will have played four conference games at home and nine on the road through December and January 24.&nbsp; Things will turn around beginning on Jan. 31.&nbsp; Seven of the final nine games will be in the Chicoine Center.

Chadron State opens 2020 on the RMAC road with Adams State, FLC

Bridgeport 41, vs Pine Bluffs, WY 34 (Girls)

Monday, Dec. 30 Bridgeport 51, Alliance 40 (Girls)

Tuesday, Dec 31 Hemingford 42, Valentine 37 (Boys)

Cabela's Holiday Tournament at Sidney HS

Burns, WY 47, Gordon/Rushville 46 (OT) (Boys)

Updated: 12/31 - 6:03 PMAlliance Holiday TournamentTuesday, Dec 31&nbsp;Bridgeport 41, vs Pine Bluffs, WY 34 (Girls)Alliance 52, Pine Bluffs, WY 27 (Boys)Monday, Dec. 30 Bridgeport 51, Alliance 40 (Girls)Alliance 52, Bridgeport 36 (Boys)Chadron Rotary Tournament at CSCTuesday, Dec 31 Hemingford 42, Valentine 37 (Boys)Chadron 46, Hemingford 30 (Girls)Custer, SD 36, Valentine 17 (Girls)Cabela's Holiday Tournament at Sidney HSTuesday, Dec 31Burns, WY 47, Gordon/Rushville 46 (OT) (Boys)Sidney 65, Torrington, WY 41 (Girls)

Nebraska Panhandle Holiday Basketball Tournaments - Tuesday's Scoreboards

Due to the forecast of winter weather this weekend the Chadron Rotary Basketball Tournament has been postponed from Friday and Saturday, Dec. 27-28 to Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 30-31.&nbsp; The schedule will be....

Hemingford Girls vs Custer Girls, Monday at 2 pm.

Hemingford Boys vs Custer Boys, Monday at 4 pm. 

Chadron vs Valentine Boys at 7 pm.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Girls consolation game at 10 am, followed by the Boys consolation game at 11:30.&nbsp; 

Girls Championship at 1 and Boys Championship at 2:30.&nbsp; 

All games at the Chicoine Center at Chadron State College.

The Alliance Holiday Tournament has also been moved to Monday and Tuesday.&nbsp; The schedule will go as follows. 

Bridgeport vs Ainsworth Boys at 3:30 pm. 

Due to the forecast of winter weather this weekend the Chadron Rotary Basketball Tournament has been postponed from Friday and Saturday, Dec. 27-28 to Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 30-31.&nbsp; The schedule will be....Hemingford Girls vs Custer Girls, Monday at 2 pm.Hemingford Boys vs Custer Boys, Monday at 4 pm. Chadron vs Valentine Girls at 5:30 pm Chadron vs Valentine Boys at 7 pm.&nbsp; &nbsp;The Tuesday schedule... Girls consolation game at 10 am, followed by the Boys consolation game at 11:30.&nbsp; Girls Championship at 1 and Boys Championship at 2:30.&nbsp; All games at the Chicoine Center at Chadron State College.The Alliance Holiday Tournament has also been moved to Monday and Tuesday.&nbsp; The schedule will go as follows. Monday December 30Bridgeport vs Ainsworth Girls at 2 pmBridgeport vs Ainsworth Boys at 3:30 pm. Alliance vs Pine Bluffs Girls at 5 pmAlliance vs Pine Bluffs Boys at 6:30 pmTuesday's&nbsp; Schedule ...Girls 3rd place game at 10 am. Boys 3rd place game at 11:30 am.&nbsp; Girls Championship at 1 pm.&nbsp; Boys Championship at 2:30 pm.

Schedule change for Holiday Basketball Tournament Updated

Western Nebraska High School Basketball Weekend Schedule

<h2>Western Nebraska High School Basketball Weekend Schedule</h2>Friday, December 20&nbsp;Girls / Boys DoubleheadersMitchell at AllianceGering at OgallalaChadron at ScottsbluffSidney at Fort Morgan, COBennett County, SD at Gordon/RushvilleBridgeport at HemingfordKimball at HersheySedgwick County, CO at Creek ValleyBayard at Garden CountyEdgemont, SD at MorrillMinatare at Arthur CountyCaliche, CO at Potter-DixMullen at Cody-KilgoreSaturday, December 21Girls / Boys DoubleheadersAlliance at SidneyScottsbluff at Casper Natrona, WY (B)Gering at ChadronKimball at BayardMorrill at MitchellGordon/Rushville at MullenHershey at OgallalaHemingford at LeytonCody-Kilgore at Colome, SDWauneta-Palisade at HyannisArthur County at Potter-Dix

🏀 Nebraska Panhandle High School Basketball Weekend Outlook

By: Kaleb Center, CSC Sports Information Director

CHADRON, Neb. -- Chadron State College football handed out its annual team awards at the end of the fall semester, honoring team members who demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout the 2019 season.

Overall Most Valuable Player honors went to junior wide receiver Cole Thurness, who was named All-Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference as both a receiver and a punt returner. The Rapid City native was second in the RMAC with 64 receptions, and he racked up 814 yards with eight touchdowns receiving. As a punt returner he averaged 13.1 yards per return with one additional score.

The Offensive MVP went to Tevon Wright, of Miami, whose 16 receiving touchdowns in 2019 were a new CSC record. He finished with the No. 2 single season receiving yardage all time for the Eagles, recording 1,146 yards of real estate on a league-best 74 catches. In the process he also set the new career receiving touchdowns mark of 26.

DeAndre Barthwell, of Westland, Michigan, and Tyler Lewis, of Arvada, Colorado, shared the Defensive MVP award. Both were All-RMAC Second Team selections last month.

Barthwell, one of the best coverage cornerbacks in the league in 2019, had nine pass breakups and two interception while recording 31 tackles. In addition, he was solely responsible on 29 of those stops.

Lewis led the team with five forced fumbles, tied for most interceptions with three, and finished second on the team with 94 total tackles, including 12.0 tackles for loss.

Earning the Don Beebe Most Inspirational Award was Casper, Wyoming, native Stevann Brown. Recently named a First Team Academic All-American, Brown was the starter at running back and the primary kick returner, accumulating the third most all-purpose yards on the team with 1,085. He was the All-RMAC Second Team kick returner, finishing his career with the fifth-most return yards all-time at CSC.

Redshirt quarterback Cannan Bennett was tabbed the Scout Team Offensive MVP, while Zane Hamilton and Clancy Gines were Co-MVPs on defense.

By: Kaleb Center, CSC Sports Information DirectorCHADRON, Neb. -- Chadron State College football handed out its annual team awards at the end of the fall semester, honoring team members who demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout the 2019 season.Overall Most Valuable Player honors went to junior wide receiver Cole Thurness, who was named All-Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference as both a receiver and a punt returner. The Rapid City native was second in the RMAC with 64 receptions, and he racked up 814 yards with eight touchdowns receiving. As a punt returner he averaged 13.1 yards per return with one additional score.The Offensive MVP went to Tevon Wright, of Miami, whose 16 receiving touchdowns in 2019 were a new CSC record. He finished with the No. 2 single season receiving yardage all time for the Eagles, recording 1,146 yards of real estate on a league-best 74 catches. In the process he also set the new career receiving touchdowns mark of 26.DeAndre Barthwell, of Westland, Michigan, and Tyler Lewis, of Arvada, Colorado, shared the Defensive MVP award. Both were All-RMAC Second Team selections last month.Barthwell, one of the best coverage cornerbacks in the league in 2019, had nine pass breakups and two interception while recording 31 tackles. In addition, he was solely responsible on 29 of those stops.Lewis led the team with five forced fumbles, tied for most interceptions with three, and finished second on the team with 94 total tackles, including 12.0 tackles for loss.Earning the Don Beebe Most Inspirational Award was Casper, Wyoming, native Stevann Brown. Recently named a First Team Academic All-American, Brown was the starter at running back and the primary kick returner, accumulating the third most all-purpose yards on the team with 1,085. He was the All-RMAC Second Team kick returner, finishing his career with the fifth-most return yards all-time at CSC.Redshirt quarterback Cannan Bennett was tabbed the Scout Team Offensive MVP, while Zane Hamilton and Clancy Gines were Co-MVPs on defense.

Thurness named Chadron State football MVP, Eagles announce football award winners

LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) — Dru Kuxhausen scored a career-high 32 points and McNeese State beat NAIA-member Paul Quinn 109-67 on Wednesday night.

Kuxhausen scored 30 (10 of 18) from behind the 3-point line. He sank a school record seven 3s in the first half, and his 10 overall set a school record. He was 11-of-19 shooting overall.

A.J. Lawson had 19 points and a career-high 10 assists for McNeese State (5-6, which earned its fifth consecutive home victory. Sam Baker added 18 points. Roydell Brown had 15 points and 11 rebounds for the home team.

McNeese State is undefeated (4-0) when scoring at least 100 points this season. The 109 points were a season best for McNeese State.

Mateo Eschelk had 19 points for the Tigers, whose season-opening losing streak reached five games. Chris Scaife added 11 points. Spencer McElway had 11 rebounds and four blocks.

McNeese State plays Stephen F. Austin at home on Saturday.

LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) — Dru Kuxhausen scored a career-high 32 points and McNeese State beat NAIA-member Paul Quinn 109-67 on Wednesday night.Kuxhausen scored 30 (10 of 18) from behind the 3-point line. He sank a school record seven 3s in the first half, and his 10 overall set a school record. He was 11-of-19 shooting overall.A.J. Lawson had 19 points and a career-high 10 assists for McNeese State (5-6, which earned its fifth consecutive home victory. Sam Baker added 18 points. Roydell Brown had 15 points and 11 rebounds for the home team.McNeese State is undefeated (4-0) when scoring at least 100 points this season. The 109 points were a season best for McNeese State.Mateo Eschelk had 19 points for the Tigers, whose season-opening losing streak reached five games. Chris Scaife added 11 points. Spencer McElway had 11 rebounds and four blocks.McNeese State plays Stephen F. Austin at home on Saturday.

Scottsbluff's Kuxhausen sets pair of three-point records in McNeese State win over NAIA's Paul Quinn

Nebraska High School Basketball Schedule - Thursday, December 19

Crawford 67, Hyannis 31 (G) Hyannis 43, Crawford 28 (B)

Garden County 47, Perkins County 30 (G) Perkins County 67, Garden County 63 (B)

South Platte 54, Paxton 13 (G) Paxton 72, South Platte 48 (B)

Niobrara County, WY (Lusk) 42, Sioux County 31 (G)

<h2>Nebraska High School Basketball Schedule - Thursday, December 19</h2>Girls &amp; Boys DoubleheadersCrawford 67, Hyannis 31 (G) Hyannis 43, Crawford 28 (B)Garden County 47, Perkins County 30 (G) Perkins County 67, Garden County 63 (B)South Platte 54, Paxton 13 (G) Paxton 72, South Platte 48 (B)Niobrara County, WY (Lusk) 42, Sioux County 31 (G)

🏀 Nebraska High School Basketball Scoreboard - Thursday, December 19

Alliance High School Senior Jordan Hopp has been selected to play in the annual Nebraska Coaches Association All-Star Volleyball match.&nbsp; Jordan is a 6'3" Middle blocker and has been a 3 year starter and 4 year letter winner for AHS.&nbsp;&nbsp;During her high school career, the Bulldogs qualified for the District Finals all 4 years and earned a trip to the State Tournament in 2018. This past season Jordan lead AHS with 309 kills and 102 blocks. She is the school record holder for career blocks with 400. She was also named All Western Conference this year.&nbsp; Jordan recently signed a letter of intent to play volleyball for Iowa State University next season.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The 37th annual NCA Volleyball match will be held July 21, 2020 at Lincoln North Star High School as part of the annual Coaches Clinic.&nbsp;

2020 NCA All-Star Volleyball players

Sophie Hendrix, Papillion-La Vista South, OH

Alliance High School Senior Jordan Hopp has been selected to play in the annual Nebraska Coaches Association All-Star Volleyball match.&nbsp; Jordan is a 6'3" Middle blocker and has been a 3 year starter and 4 year letter winner for AHS.&nbsp;&nbsp;During her high school career, the Bulldogs qualified for the District Finals all 4 years and earned a trip to the State Tournament in 2018. This past season Jordan lead AHS with 309 kills and 102 blocks. She is the school record holder for career blocks with 400. She was also named All Western Conference this year.&nbsp; Jordan recently signed a letter of intent to play volleyball for Iowa State University next season.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 37th annual NCA Volleyball match will be held July 21, 2020 at Lincoln North Star High School as part of the annual Coaches Clinic.&nbsp;2020 NCA All-Star Volleyball playersLauren Diederich, Skutt Catholic, LibMayah Delgado, Omaha Duchesne, RSAnnika Evans, Waverly, SIbinye Green, Elkhorn South, RSSophie Hendrix, Papillion-La Vista South, OHJordan Hopp, Alliance, MHMattie Johnson, Sidney ,OHIzzy Lukens, Millard North, SKalynn Meyer, Superior, OHChloe Paschal, Papillion-La Vista, OH/LibTaylor Jean Peter, CWC, MHAbigail Plouzek, Waverly, MHBarrett Power, Lincoln Christian, SCarly Rodaway, Lincoln Pius X, RSJensen Rowse, Minden, OH/SMckenna Ruch, Millard North ,MH/OHLauryn Samuelson, Southern Valley, MHKenedy Schaecher, Gretna, LibBrooklyn Schram, Papillion-La Vista, SMadison Schuller, Alma, OH/SMegan Skovsende, Skutt Catholic, OHLauren Taubenheim, Lincoln Pius X ,OHHalle Theis, Fillmore Central, MH/OHMajesta Valasek ,Broken Bow, OHMackenzie Vitosh, Diller-Odell, MHMadelyn Watchorn, Leyton, OHAdison Wood, Kearney, LibLydia Yost, Gretna ,OHCOACHESHead Coach:&nbsp; Jodie Schuller, AlmaAssistant Coach:&nbsp; Christina Krajicek, Bellevue WestHead Coach:&nbsp; Vikki Power, Lincoln ChristianAssistant Coach:&nbsp; Jodi Craig, Leyton