The opening round of the playoffs saw two team's seasons come to a close and another two squads move on to the quarterfinals.
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St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Ashland, and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Greenwood, are actively striving to establish 24 hours every week of Eucharistic Adoration by January 2027.
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Wahoo Neumann swept Battle Creek to secure a state volleyball berth Saturday. District finals also delivered upsets by Norfolk Catholic, Yutan, Stanton and Clarkson.
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Ashland-Greenwood's Zane Taylor and Jack Johnson stepped up as the Bluejays rushed for 242 yards and survived a frantic finish against Omaha Roncalli.
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Our reporters are covering playoff games across Nebraska. Follow along for scores, key moments and quick reports as teams fight to keep their seasons alive.
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Despite a sprained pinky that initially forced her to pass one-handed, junior Kyler Cada has helped Wahoo Neumann go 31-2 while leading the team in kills and encouraging younger teammates.
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See photos as the NSBA hosts their 2026 State Marching Contest on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 at Seacrest Field in Lincoln.
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