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“The first thing you notice about Yvan is his size and physicality, especially for just turning 17 in March. He gives us an immediate physical presence which was a priority for us. He has unbelievable upside and is someone we think can develop and flourish in our system.” - Coach Fred Hoiberg

Yvan Ouedraogo (pronounced Ivan way-drah-O-go) from Bordeaux, France has signed his National Letter-of-Intent to play basketball for Nebraska. 

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Coach Fred Hoiberg announced Monday morning that Yvan Ouedraogo (pronounced Ivan way-drah-O-go) has signed a National Letter-of-Intent to play basketball for the Husker basketball program next season.

This past season, Ouedraogo played in 26 games for Centre Fédéral de Basketball, which is a program in the top amateur league in France. Despite turning 17 in March, he averaged 5.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game. Ouedraogo was also selected for the Adidas Next Generation Tournament in the U18 Division, averaging 5.3 points and 4.3 rebounds against some of Europe’s top youth competition, including a nine-point, 10-rebound performance. He has also represented France in international competition, including the 2018 FIBA U16 European Championships, when he averaged 12.7 points and 9.7 rebounds per game.

Nebraska currently has two scholarships remaining for 2019-20 (three if Isaiah Roby stays in the draft)

Huskers land 6'6" G/F transfer from Pitt/Nevada

Nebraska gets the verbal commit from the 230+ lb Stevenson who has made two moves already in his college career due to coaching changes.

“We are excited to add Shamiel to our program. He brings a lot of versatility and physicality to our roster. With his size, strength and wingspan, Shamiel fits in perfectly in our system with his ability to play several positions. He also possesses the toughness and maturity needed to play in the Big Ten.” - Coach Hoiberg

Huskers land 6'8" G/F freshman transfer from Western Kentucky

The lengthy PG from Toronto nearly recorded a triple-double vs Wisconsin last year. Lack of playing time played a factor in the transfer and Banton has 3 years of eligibility left after he sits out this year as a transfer.

Huskers land highly ranked PG as the heir apparent to Glynn Watson

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Mack had verbally committed on Saturday night during his on campus visit.  The JUCO All-Region guard at Salt Lake CC was previously a St. John's commit until their recent staff shakeup.  Mack originally signed with Stephen F. Austin out of high school for 2017-18 but ended up redshirting. He has 3 years of eligibility remaining.

Quote from HC Fred Hoiberg

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We are excited to add Cam to our program,. “He possesses elite quickness and playmaking ability and his skillset will allow us to play an up-tempo style. With the graduation of Glynn Watson Jr., finding a lead guard was a priority for us this spring.”

James Palmer was named to the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament All-Tourney team after leading his team to a 2-1 record and tying tourney MVP Chris Clemons for first overall in scoring at 18.3 PPG

6'8" Grad Transfer from Seattle U. is one of the best 3pt shooters in Div 1

Nebraska secures the commitment of Kavas on Friday, a week after he had visited campus.  The Slovenian native missed most of last year with a combination of shin and ankle injuries. The Huskers currently sit at 3 open scholarships for 2019-20.

6'5" Grad Transfer previous played for Florida Gulf Coast, Marquette

Hoiberg introduced as 28th MBB Coach

"We want this to be our last stop" - Fred Hoiberg

Allright, said Fred

Contract signed Saturday, March 30, 2019 with presser set for Tuesday afternoon

Tim Miles era over after seven years, 3rd most wins by a coach in school history

Statement from Coach Tim Miles:

“Thank you to the University of Nebraska for a remarkable journey. It was a great honor to represent this University the past seven years. I am extremely proud of what we were able to accomplish during my tenure, most notably developing relationships with so many fantastic people associated with the Huskers.

“A special thank you and deep gratitude to our players and parents who have been with us and supported us over the years.  Thanks to our coaches, legends, alumni and to all of the support staff who interact with our program on a daily basis and made the experience one I will always cherish.

“To the fans, students and supporters who make Pinnacle Bank Arena such an incredible venue, much respect and thank you as well.

“My family will always be cheering for the Huskers and look forward to seeing #Nebrasketball make history in the near future. GBR!”
 
Tim Miles

*NIT* TCU 88 - Nebraska 72

Hot shooting Horned Frogs and foul trouble end Nebraska's season in Dallas

NIT - Nebraska Cornhuskers (19-16) at Texas Christian Horned Frogs (21-13)

Date: Sunday, Mar 24,  2019
Time: 8:30 pm
Arena: Schollmaier Arena, Fort Worth, TX

Broadcast:  ESPNU

Courtesy of husker hoops twitter

*NIT* Nebraska 80 - Butler 76

Huskers overcome slow start in front of 10k+ in their PBA encore appearance