Early Break

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The stool talks tonight's upcoming March Madness slate Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Is this an overreaction? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Bit of a wildcard Friday Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Fred Hoiberg audio and discussion about the future of Husker hoopsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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-The NCAA Tournament continues and the PGA tour as wellOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The stool breaks down Nebraska basketball's 77-71 crushing loss to the Iowa HawkeyesOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The biggest game in Nebrasketball history tips off todayOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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My House (2015) by FloridaOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The stool talks all of the other games going on today Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's on Bill's mind today? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The stool previews more of today's match upOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Big Sky joins the showOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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-Final thoughts on what Sip's day looks like and Jake and Bill's travels down to Houston…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a busy time for Nebraska athletics, and all the more reason to celebrate at Cody's places…..let's chat!-Adam Carolla show; Spring Game activities; Kevin Farley show; AND The Ticket + Howler Haus comedy tour this Fall!Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-For example: Iowa's reason to root for them is “Ben McCollum simply wins.” Illinois' reason to root for them was ‘elitedepth'…Houston was ‘redemption story'….Duke was ‘best NBA prospect'…St. John's was ‘gritty defense'…-Nebraska's was obviously ‘first time in the Sweet 16'…you wonder if fans across the country like to see the Huskers do well…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Wild Card Wednesday…what's on Bill's mind today?-If you're looking for someone to remodel your bathroom, kitchen and more, call or text Randy at (402) 417-5204Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Here we are…Nebraska/Iowa for a trip to the Elite 8, just as we thought would be the case 2.5 weeks ago when these teamsplayed in Lincoln…can you believe this situation?-Do Iowa fans know how much Nebraska fans are bothered that they are the ones standing in the way of the continuation ofthis dream season? What's the response from Hawkeyes fans to the draw?-We can't hide from it---Sip's criticism of Bennett Stirtz went viral after the loss in Lincoln…where does David stand in defenseof the Iowa star point guard?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-As always, email your questions for Sip, Jake & Bill to earlybreak937@gmail.com or tweet them-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jake was in attendance at PBA for the annual luncheon, featuring Ndamukong Suh (emceed by Sean Callahan)…some greatinsight from Suh on his playing days, recruiting days, and more…-Also, as we mentioned at the end of the show yesterday, Lavonte David officially announced his retirement from the league…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska continues to be one of the great stories in college sports---yes, everyone is making the obvious comparison ofIndiana football to Nebraska basketball---which probably isn't completely fair to both sides, but it's fun to be in thatconversation…-Also, how many fans are making the trip to Houston? How many went to OKC and also are going to Houston and how manyDIDN'T go to OKC but ARE going to Houston? Let's ask the Breakers…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Greg McDermott's retirement at Creighton and what's on the docket rest of day….Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Remember when Lute Olsen and Arizona won the national title in 1997? That's still the last time the Wildcats have won it all---and alsothe last time a team from the West Coast has won it all-They'll be by themselves again in the quest to end a 29 year drought for the West Coast, as no one else remains in the Dance besidesArizona…will they do it?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We addressed it briefly yesterday but now it just is getting more awkward---Sip won't even be at the Spring Game and no one istalking about it at all now because it's all about Nebrasketball as it should be-For those who say it's OK and that the Spring Game isn't what it used to be—that's correct—but it also is a day for people to come toLincoln to watch a practice and boost the economy for one day (usually in April)….and that's not happening. What do the bars say?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jeff was an assistant coach on teams that made the NCAA Tournament in the past in the Danny Nee era…how much has this run andbeing on the broadcast brought back memories of the past?-Jeff is on the broadcast team of what is undoubtedly now the greatest team in Nebraska basketball history….has that hit him yet?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jeff's first year as color analyst started with a 20-0 record off the bat, a 2 nd place finish in the B1G regular season standings, and aSweet 16 appearance…has anyone considered if he's the good luck charm? (Just kidding, Jake Muhleisen)-What has this ride been like as a former coach? And to sit next to Kent Pavelka as he continues to get national attention for the dreamseason he's waited 41 years for as the main broadcaster?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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-It's been rumored ever since the Jays hired coach-in-waiting Alan Huss from High Point, and now it's done, as news broke yesterdaythat McDermott would retire once the season ends in The Crown in Vegas-McDermott has won 365 games in his 16 seasons in Omaha, and made the Elite 8 in 2023---something Husker fans hope to match thisThursday vs. IowaOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Hoiberg addressed the uniqueness of playing a team for the third time in a season---which could potentially happen in 2 consecutiverounds should the Huskers beat Iowa and Illinois beats Houston. He mentioned the way Iowa pressures and guards is very difficult tobeat-Hoiberg did say both games have been highly competitive and emotional and surely will be on Thursday as well…what else did he say?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on the showing in OKC, and a prediction of what it looks like in Houston on Thursday night…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The story of the campus and state is---and should be---Nebrasketball in the Sweet 16…BUT….don't forget about Spring sports…-Baseball won 2 of 3 games at Michigan, winning 9-5 on Sunday (4 HRs)…that's 13 wins in the last 14 games and an 18-6 record…whileHusker softball stays hot and wrestling finishes 3 rd at nationals….that will doOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Outside of Wisconsin's loss to High Point in the Round of 64, it was an incredible showing for the B1G----Michigan, Michigan State andPurdue all rolled to the Sweet 16 with Nebraska joining them in the epic win over Vanderbilt…and as of the typing of this rundown,Iowa and UCLA still had chances to advance as well-One thing to note? Nebraska sits at 28-6 overall…and every one of their losses was to teams that won an NCAA Tournament game thisyear. Absolutely remarkable.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebrasketball rightfully so deserves the full attention of this fanbase, but the sports calendar shows us that this Saturday is the SpringGame. Even if Nebraska loses in the Sweet 16…what does that look like?-Sip plans on being in Houston for the Sweet 16 but would fly back for the Spring Game if they lose…what if they don't, though?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska will face the winner of Iowa/Florida on Thursday in the Sweet 16…and there are obvious storylines for both of thoseopponents. To beat the defending champions and 1-seed in your region would be incredible…as well as facing a rival in Iowa toadvance to Elite 8-This is one magical ride, and one that the Huskers look awfully comfortable in right now….will the fan support be as strong in Houstonor anywhere near it? What does this picture look like?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Football Facts Monday…what's on his mind today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The topic of conversation was that Nebraska was 6-6 in its last 12 games entering the Dance…through 2 Tourney games, though…canyou really say that anyone doesn't look like they are playing great ball right now?-Rienk Mast made 3 3-pointers vs. Vandy, Berke made 2 3s (!!), and the guards looked great…that's a dangerous teamOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Breathe it in, people---what you saw on Thursday and Saturday is real life, and Nebraska is not done yet this year….and Saturdaynight's game vs. Vanderbilt is the best game of the tournament so far, with a 74-72 incredibly dramatic win thanks to great defense inthe final 2 minutes and key follow-ups by Sam Hoiberg and Rienk Mast, plus the go-ahead lay-up by Braden Frager with 2.2 seconds togo-The whole arena was in awe of Tyler Tanner's half-court shot that went in-and-out, and then the party was on…and what a party itwasOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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-Nebraska gets the win yesterday and will take on Vandy on SaturdayOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The stool talks the euphoric nature of Nebraska's first ever NCAA Tournament winOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What is on Bill's mind today? -Tournament special edition Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What is the stool's first impression of the Vanderbilt Commodores? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's on Sip's mind this Friday?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We delve more into what the stool thought about the gameOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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-The stool talks about the feeling around OKC if Nebraska pulls out the win. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Both teams are rolling, will it rub off on Nebraska men's basketball? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy