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No. 16 NPCC Lady Knights Face DMACC, Iowa Lakes at Hawks Classic

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NPCC-Knights-LogoThe No. 16 North Platte Community College Lady Knights basketball team (1-1) travels to Norfolk this weekend to take part in the Hawks Classic. The Northeast Lady Hawks, Des Moines Area Community College Lady Bears and Iowa Lakes Community College Lady Lakers are the other teams competing in the Classic.

The Lady Knights open up the Hawks Classic on Friday Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. against Des Moines Area Community College. The Lady Bears are 3-0 this season after defeating Briar Cliff University JV 82-53, Northern Oklahoma- Tankawa 95-70 and AIB College of Business 92-41.

North Platte returns to the hardwood the next day at noon as they face Iowa Lakes Community College. The Lady Lakers are 1-2 on the season after losing to Brown Mackie College 71-79 and Highland Community College 39-92 while beating Northwest College 76-66.

The Lady Knights are 1-1 after hosting the Hampton Inn Classic this past weekend. North Platte defeated Midland University JV 74-45 and fell to Fort Carson 58-64. The Lady Knights are led by DaVontaye Merritt at 15.5 points per game and 9.5 rebounds per game. April Stull is right behind with 15.5 points per game and 8.5 rebounds per game. Jordan Dickerson is the third leading scorer at 9.5 points per game and leads the Lady Knights with 2.5 assists per game.

The Lady Knights travel to Colby, Kan. to face Colby Community College on Nov. 16 before returning home on Nov. 19 to face Northeast Community College at 5 p.m.

Game and Parks, World-Herald Open Outdoors Website

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Nebraska_game_and_parksLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has joined the Omaha World-Herald in creating a new outdoors website, GoOutdoorsNE.com.

The site features a mix of outdoor-related content from Game and Parks, NEBRASKAland Magazine and the World-Herald staff. There also will be news alerts, social media updates, access to outdoor forums, a trophy board, photo galleries, videos, links and more.

Game and Parks communications director Christy Rasmussen says the site is a new way to deliver agency news, messages, blogs and promotions to a broader audience.

Abdullah, Huskers Set for Big House Battle

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UNLLincoln, Neb. –  The Nebraska football team continued its week of preparation for Saturday’s Big Ten conference showdown with Michigan on Tuesday afternoon. The team practiced in full pads for just over two hours inside the Hawks Center and outside at the Ed and Joyanne Gass Practice Fields.

Offensive Coordinator Tim Beck addressed the media after practice, focusing on the stiff Wolverine defense the Huskers will face in Ann Arbor on Saturday.

“They’re a good football team at home or away,” Beck said. “I think they’re well coached, they have a good scheme and they play really hard. They’re good up front, and they run to the ball. It’s going to be a dogfight.”

Coming off back-to-back games that came down to the final minutes, the Huskers are certainly no strangers to the grind of Big Ten contests. Although the wear and tear of Big Ten play has certainly taken its toll on the squad, Beck is pleased with his ability to count on running back Ameer Abdullah.

“Abdullah’s still full energy right now,” Beck said. “Like any running back, he’s a little beat up, but half our team’s beat up. That’s how it is in the Big Ten, but Ameer’s in a zone right now. He’s playing really, really well.”

Through eight games, Abdullah ranks fifth nationally in rushing yards, adding 127 yards to his season total in Saturday’s win against Northwestern. His performance is even more impressive taking into consideration the injuries that Nebraska has had on its offensive line, as Nebraska was without both of its starting guards because of injuries. On Tuesday, Beck commented on the changes his staff has made to try and give Abdullah and the Husker offense the best chance to succeedon Saturday.

“We’re playing around with a lot of different combinations,” Beck said. “I thought Cole (Pensick) did a good job (in moving to guard from center). He’s a veteran who played for us some last year, and I thought he did a nice job. We had little timing issues with players playing positions they weren’t used to and guys playing who weren’t used to playing all the time, and that’s what shot us in the foot last game.”

Another area that Nebraska has been focusing on is turnovers. Northwestern forced four interceptions against the Huskerson Saturday, including three off starting quarterback Tommy Armstrong Jr. Beck reminded everyone on Tuesday that for Armstrong and the young receivers each day is still a learning experience.

“Tommy (Armstrong) was just trying to make some plays,” Beck said. “Miscommunication between the receiver and quarterback on routes hurt us a couple times, but you get that when you have guys in there that haven’t seen a lot of reps. I try to make it hard on Tommy in practice so he can keep some cards in his back pocket in case something happens.”

Nebraska will hit the practice field again on Wednesday as the team moves closer to its fifth conference game of the season. The Huskers will face the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC.

DA Seeks New Charge Against Ex-CU, Nebraska Lineman

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nebraska_helmetBOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Prosecutors want to file another assault charge against former University of Colorado lineman Alexander Lewis over a May fight that left an Air Force Academy cadet unconscious.

The Boulder Daily Camera reported Tuesday (http://tinyurl.com/lgacscy ) prosecutors filed a motion in district court to add a charge of second-degree assault with a deadly weapon. The alleged weapon is identified as Lewis’ hands.

The 21-year-old Lewis pleaded not guilty to second-degree assault causing serious injury and harassment. Defense attorney Gary Lozow said Lewis would plead not guilty to the new charge.

Lewis transferred to the University of Nebraska in May. He’s free on $10,000 bond.

CU quarterback Jordan Webb pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor assault charge in September stemming from the fight. He was sentenced to probation and time on a work crew.

NPCC Lady Knights Earn Region IX Division II Post-Season Honors

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NPCC-Knights-LogoThe North Platte Community College Lady Knights volleyball team had several players honored with Region IX Division II Awards following the Region IX Division II Volleyball Tournament this past weekend.

Sandrina Hallahan, Joli Hopping, Samantha Kennedy and Shannon Liewer were named to the All-Region IX Division II Team.

Sabrina Hallahan, Sandrina Hallahan and Joli Hopping were named to the All-Tournament Team for the Region IX Division II Volleyball Tournament.

Sandrina Hallahan was named to both the All-Region and All-Tournament Teams. Hallahan finished the season second on the team with 292 kills for the Lady Knights on a hitting percentage of .229. Hallahan also finished second on the team with 80 blocks. Hallahan had 34 kills in four games at the Region IX Division II Tournament to go along with seven blocks.

Joli Hopping was also named to both the All-Region and All-Tournament Teams. Hopping led the Lady Knight with 742 assists for an average of 5.3 per set. Hopping was also second on the team with 49 ace serves and third with 284 digs. Hopping had 51 assists in four games at the Region IX Division II Tournament to go along with 32 digs.

Samantha Kennedy was named to the All-Region Team after leading the Lady Knights in kills with 386 for an average 2.8 per set. Kennedy also led the Lady Knights with 101 blocks on the year.

Shannon Liewer was also named to the All-Region Team. Liewer led the Lady Knights in digs with 831 for an average of 5.9 per set. The next closest Lady Knight was 450 digs away with 381 digs on the year. Liewer also led the Lady Knights with 49 ace serves.

Sabrina Hallahan was named to the All-Tournament Team. Hallahan had 25 kills in four games at the Region IX Tournament and had 22 digs in a game against Southeast Community College.

 

Region IX Volleyball Division II Awards

2013

 

    All-Region Team                                           All-Tournament Team

 

North Platte Community College       North Platte Community College

Sandrina Hallahan                                                                  Sabrina Hallahan

Joli Hopping                                                                            Sandrina Hallahan

Samantha Kennedy                                                                Joli Hopping

Shannon Liewer

Central Community College                Central Community College

Megan Anderson                                                                    Megan Anderson

Skyler Erickson                                                                      Skyler  Erickson

Morgan Heise                                                                         Molly Gotschall

                                                                        Brooke Robertson

Dawson Community College                   Dawson Community College

Amy Van Hienen                                                                    Lindsey James

Southeast Community College            Southeast Community College

 

Emily Schrempp                                                                     Allison Triplette

Caitlin Wuebbels                                                                     Caitlin Wuebbels

 Sheila R. Worley Sportsmanship Award: Southeast Community College

Coach-of-the-Year:  Mary Young, Central Community College

Storm Alumni Update: November

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tcstormKEARNEY, Neb. – Each month during the season the Tri-City Storm will be selecting a group of former players to recognize for their contributions on the ice at the next level. For the first month, the selections are Cole Gunner, Dan Kolomatis and Scott Diebold, all three of whom have had great starts for their schools in the collegiate ranks.

Playing for the Air Force Falcons of the Atlantic Hockey Association, junior forward Cole Gunner has been a big part of his team’s early success. Gunner has scored five goals and three assists in his first eight games. His point total is third-best in Atlantic Hockey and the five goals rank second in the conference.

Two of Gunner’s five goals have been game-winners, which is also tops in his conference. The Richfield, Minn. native was named Atlantic Hockey player of the month on Oct. 31 for his performance. The Falcons have gotten off to a 5-3-0 start, including a 3-1-0 record in conference and a 4-0-0 record at home.

During his time with the Storm, Gunner had seven goals and four assists in 16 games, coming over midway through the 2010-11 season in a trade with Chicago.

Kolomatis, who is a junior defenseman at Merrimack College, has seen his offensive game blossom early on this season, scoring two goals and five assists. He is currently third in scoring among defenseman in the Hockey East.

After a five-point weekend in two games against Mercyhurst, the Basking Ridge, N.J. native was named the Hockey East Player of the Week on Oct. 21.

With the Storm in 2010-11, Kolomatis appeared in 41 games and scored two goals and 10 assists.

Diebold, who is with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, has been one of the top goaltenders in the NCAA this fall. The netminder currently ranks fourth nationally with a .946 save percentage and fifth in the country with a goals against average of 1.58.

The Buffalo, N.Y. native has four wins for RPI, who has a record of 5-2-1 and is ranked No. 10 in the latest USCHO.com poll.

The goaltender played 35 games in between the pipes for the Storm during the 2010-11 season and had 10 wins with a GAA of 2.75 and a save percentage of .913.

The Storm have just one contest this weekend, as they battle the Omaha Lancers on Friday night at the Viaero Event Center. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m.

Huskers’ Kellogg Instant Celebrity After Hail Mary

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UNLLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska backup quarterback Ron Kellogg III is still overwhelmed, two days after his desperation pass landed in Jordan Westerkamp’s hands with no time left to beat Northwestern.

Congratulatory tweets came from, among others, actress-model Gabrielle Union and comedian Larry the Cable Guy. He and Westerkamp were stars of the weekend highlight shows.

Kellogg says he still can’t believe the Hail Mary worked. He said his big opportunity showed that a player who walks on can have his number called at any time.

Kellogg will be back on the sideline at the start of this week’s game at Michigan. Pelini already has said Tommy Armstrong Jr. will start, unless Taylor Martinez is somehow able to play. Pelini said Kellogg has never complained about his role.

Westerkamp Named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

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nebraska_helmetTwo days after making one of the most memorable catches in Nebraska history, redshirt freshman wide receiver Jordan Westerkamp was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday.

Westerkamp produced four catches for 104 yards in Nebraska’s 27-24 come-from-behind victory over Northwestern. His fourth and final catch came off a 49-yard tipped Hail Mary pass from Ron Kellogg III as time expired, giving Westerkamp his first touchdown reception. The 49-yard reception was also a career long, while Westerkamp’s game-winning touchdown grab made the Huskers eligible for their 50th all-time bowl appearance.

The memorable Hail Mary catch – believed to be the first game-winning Hail Mary touchdown pass in school history – was not Westerkamp’s only clutch reception against the Wildcats. All four of his catches went for first downs, as the Lombard, Ill., native averaged 26.0 yards per reception. Entering the game, Westerkamp had made 10 career catches for 90 yards.

In addition to honoring Westerkamp, the Big Ten also recognized Minnesota’s Philip Nelson and Penn State’s Bill Belton as Offensive co-Players of the Week, Michigan State’s Denicos Allen as Defensive Player of the Week and Minnesota’s Peter Mortell as Special Teams Player of the Week.

Westerkamp and his Husker teammates will take a 6-2 overall record and a 3-1 mark in conference play into a key Big Ten Legends Division matchup at Michigan on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. and the game will be televised on ABC.

Big Ten Football Players of the Week

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Big-Ten-LogoFollowing Big Ten football games on Nov. 2, the offensive, defensive and special teams players of the week and freshman of the week in the Big Ten were announced this morning. Below are this week’s honorees:

Offensive Co-Players of the Week

Philip Nelson, Minnesota

So., QB, Mankato, Minn./West

•           Combined for 309 total yards, threw four touchdown strikes and completed 70 percent of his passes in Minnesota’s 42-39 victory over Indiana

•           Notched career highs in completions (16), yards (298) and touchdowns, becoming the first Gopher quarterback since 2009 to throw four touchdowns in a single game

•           Connected with Maxx Williams on a 50-yard touchdown with just over three minutes to play for the eventual game-winning score after returning following an in-game injury

•           Records the first Offensive Player of the Week award of his career after winning Freshman of the Week accolades on Oct. 29, 2012

•           Last Minnesota Offensive Player of the Week: Adam Weber (Nov. 1, 2009)

Bill Belton, Penn State

Jr., RB, Sicklerville, N.J./Winslow Township

•           Recorded a career-high 201 rushing yards and scored a touchdown in Penn State’s overtime win against Illinois

•           Posted Penn State’s first 200-yard rushing game since former standout Larry Johnson ran for 279 yards in 2002 and is the second Big Ten player to reach the milestone this season

•           Scored the first points of the game on a five-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, marking his fourth rushing score of the season

•           Wins his first career Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week laurel

•           Last Penn State Offensive Player of the Week: Matt McGloin (Nov. 19, 2012)

Defensive Player of the Week

Denicos Allen, Michigan State

Sr., LB, Hamilton, Ohio/Hamilton

•           Matched or recorded season highs with nine tackles, three stops for loss and two sacks in Michigan State’s win over Michigan

•           Helped the Spartan defense hold Michigan to minus-48 yards rushing, the third-fewest in Spartan history and the fewest in the Football Bowl Subdivision this season

•           Becomes the fourth different Michigan State defender to earn conference laurels this season, joining Max Bullough, Shilique Calhoun and Darqueze Dennard

•           Claims his first career Defensive Player of the Week honor after winning Special Teams honors as a freshman in 2010

•           Last Michigan State Defensive Player of the Week: Max Bullough (Oct. 21, 2013)

Special Teams Player of the Week

Peter Mortell, Minnesota

So., P, Green Bay, Wis./Notre Dame Academy

•           Averaged 43 yards per punt, placing two inside the 20-yard line, to help Minnesota to a three-point win over Indiana

•           Totaled 215 yards on five punts, including a long of 52 yards

•           Pinned Indiana inside its own 20-yard line on both of his third-quarter punts

•           Claims his first career Special Teams Player of the Week honor

•           Last Minnesota Special Teams Player of the Week: Chris Hawthorne (Oct. 28, 2013)

Freshman of the Week

Jordan Westerkamp, Nebraska

WR, Lombard, Ill./Montini Catholic

•           Was on the receiving end of Nebraska’s game-winning touchdown pass as time expired, giving the Huskers a 27-24 victory over Northwestern

•           Finished the game with four catches for 104 yards, both career highs, including the 49-yarder to clinch the victory

•           Recorded his first career touchdown grab

•           Wins his first career weekly award

•           Last Nebraska Freshman of the Week: David Santos (Oct. 29, 2012)

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