Half-Court Press

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Half-Court Press episodes

August 15, 2019 Recapping foreign tours for Nebraska and Creighton - Aug. 15
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady recap the overseas trips for Nebraska and Creighton. The Huskers won all four of their games, while the Jays went 2-1. So what did we learn?
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44 min
July 31, 2019 Previewing overseas trips for Creighton and Nebraska - July 31
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady recap July's set of 10 practices and set the stage for August's competitions. Both the Jays and Huskers have been preparing to play a few exhibition games. CU's headed to Australia. NU's going to Italy. So how will each squad benefit?
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51 min
May 15, 2019 Half-Court Press: More additions for Nebraska; Creighton's 2019 recruiting class - May 15
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss the recent roster pieces added to Nebraska's program. How did this all come together? And what about Isaiah Roby? They also break down Creighton's 2019 recruiting class and evaluate the options available to Martin Krampelj.
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41 min
May 02, 2019 Reactions to the bribery trial; updates on rosters at Creighton and Nebraska - May 2
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss the testimony and evidence presented during the college basketball bribery trial, and how it could impact Creighton and the rest of the sport. They also provide updates on the Jays' roster and the Huskers' roster.
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1 hr
April 10, 2019 Final Four reactions; Nebraska and Creighton recruiting - April 10
On the latest episode, World-Herald reporters Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady share their impressions of the Final Four and Virginia's run to a national championship. They also preview the potentially chaotic conclusion to the 2019 recruiting cycle as both Nebraska and Creighton ramp up their hunt for prospects and transfers.

Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discussed:

Open — The Final Four. Impressions and reactions

18:03 — Hiring assistant coaches. Could Doc Sadler return to NU?

24:09 — What kinds of recruits/transfers are the Huskers targeting?

30:17 — Creighton's recruiting plan. What's next for the Jays?
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45 min
April 01, 2019 Nebraska hires Fred Hoiberg; how to break new ground in college hoops - April 1
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the Huskers' announcement that Fred Hoiberg will be their basketball coach. They also discuss the college basketball landscape — why certain programs are breaking through on the national stage, and what's needed for Nebraska and Creighton to do the same.
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49 min
March 29, 2019 Nebraska fires Tim Miles; Creighton's season ends - March 28
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to Nebraska's decision to fire Tim Miles. Now what? Will NU hire Fred Hoiberg? Also, Creighton's season concluded at TCU. They evaluate the 2018-19 campaign and preview the Jays' offseason storylines.
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1 hr
March 18, 2019 Nebraska reaches out to Fred Hoiberg; NIT preview - March 18
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the news that Nebraska is targeting Fred Hoiberg as a possible replacement for Tim Miles. They also break down the NIT bracket, which could create a Huskers-Jays rematch if both teams were to win twice. Plus, Final Four picks!

Open — Nebraska wants Fred Hoiberg to be its new coach

7:30 — Things just got awkward for Husker Hoops

11:21 — NIT preview: NU vs. CU could happen again

14:55 — Are teams ever really ready to play in the NIT?

18:37 — NIT rules

21:07 — Why Creighton missed an NCAA berth

23:22 — Final Four picks
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31 min
March 11, 2019 Analyzing Nebraska's epic comeback, Creighton's bubble chances - March 11
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady break down the Huskers' impressive rally in an overtime win over Iowa. Where'd that come from and why couldn't NU produce more moments like that? They preview the Big Ten and Big East tournaments. They discuss the Jays' NCAA bubble chances. And they talk about the federal indictment filed last week that implicated Creighton in the college basketball bribery scandal.

Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discussed:

Open — Hello, March!

4:15 — Nebraska's win over Iowa. Where'd that come from?

8:33 — All of the what-ifs for NU...

17:54 — Big Ten tournament preview

22:40 — Tim Miles' last stand?

28:03 — Big East tournament preview

36:02 — The Jays' case for an NCAA bid

50:50 — Creighton's links to the college hoops bribery scandal
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1 hr 17 min
March 08, 2019 Summit League tournament preview; Creighton still clinging to NCAA hopes - March 8
On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writer Jon Nyatawa is joined by colleague Tony Boone to discuss UNO's upcoming appearance in the Summit League tournament. They break down the challenge that awaits the Mavs.
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37 min