You can join the discussion by using another browser, like, It looks like you're using Microsoft Edge. Nebraska forward Rachel Blackburn (43) drives to the basket against Arkansas-Pine Bluff's Shanna Shavers (34) during the second half on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Nebraska guard Taylor Kissinger (right), who didn't play in the game, watches from the bench as the Huskers take on Arkansas-Pine Bluff during the second half on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. It wasn't a contentious discussion, either.". "We are contracted to play Notre Dame and a Big 12 opponent for the SEC/Big 12 Challenge in Rupp Arena this season and we are honoring those contracts even if it is with little or no fans. "These renovations improve the student-athlete experience, as our basketball and volleyball teams have new playing accommodations in which they can be proud of. Clemmons Arena," Alexander said. Alabama is in the Maui Classic, which is being moved to Asheville, N.C. "I've heard [Asheville] is a great place," Alabama Coach Nate Oats said in a Zoom call with reporters. The official 2020-21 Men's Basketball schedule for the Oklahoma State University Cowboys and Cowgirls "So it's a little disappointing that we're in [the Maui Classic] the one year Maui's not played in Maui. The NCAA cut the maximum number of regular-season games from 31 to 27. Matchups for the men's teams in the Big 12/SEC Challenge haven't been announced, but Leibovitz said he expects those games to be finalized before the SEC schedule. Nebraska center Kate Cain (31) eyes the basket as Arkansas-Pine Bluff's Shawntayla Harris (35) defends during the second half on Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Pine Bluff Commercial ~ 300 Beech St., Pine Bluff, AR 71601~ Do Not Sell My Personal Information ~ Cookie Policy ~ Do Not Sell My Personal Information ~ Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "I was hopeful we would have started the season on time," Musselman said. My hope is they are not trying to end this series because it is important for this state that we play.". "That's the ultimate challenge, right? Nebraska forward Maddie Simon (24) drives to the basket against Arkansas-Pine Bluff during a game earlier this month at Pinnacle Bank Arena. I don't want that program to say, 'OK, we're done. Clint Robus is the digital and assistant sports editor at the Journal Star. "A large part of that decision was consideration for a make-up date at the end," Leibovitz said. Clemmons Arena Saturday, Jan. 5. "I believe it's important," said Leibovitz, a former college and NBA coach. No credit card required. "So we will make a final determination of exactly when that window will be. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. Now there is good news for basketball. The Lions threw on a full-court press and forced 10 Husker turnovers in the second half. Arkansas Rep. Vivian Flowers, D-Pine Bluff, has tested positive for coronavirus. "I couldn't put a date on [a finalized basketball schedule], but we're working to do it as quickly as we can.". "As a staff, we've been trying to work around the new start date, and the schedule is still up in the air. “I think we took the foot off the gas a little bit in the second half,” said Wood, who hit four three-pointers. You have permission to edit this article. The Democrat-Gazette commenting system is more compatible with. Itta Bena, Miss.- September 10, 2020 – Mississippi Valley State Athletics announced today it received a Tara VanDerveer Fund for the Advancement of Women in Coaching grant from the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF).