Nebraska Athletics Podcast

Jessica Coody sat down with Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Corey Campbell for an update on how summer workouts and conditioning are going for Husker Football, the importance of becoming a player-led team during the summer, the process of identifying playing weights for certain players, the buy in and belief that comes with coming off a win in a bowl game but also in year number three with Matt Rhule, the leadership that's developed for this football team and much more!

Jessica Coody sat down with freshman middle blocker Manaia Ogbechie to talk about her journey to Nebraska, how she's settling into her new dorm and Lincoln, what her family means to her and being a role model for her younger siblings, the importance of her cultural heritage, what she hopes to bring to the team as a freshman and more.

Jessica Coody is joined by the new play-by-play voice of Husker Football Kyle Crooks, to dive into his broadcasting background, what he's learned about Nebraska, the passionate fan base, and the legacy of Greg Sharpe, what makes him ready for this role, and much more!

Jessica Coody caught up with Damon Benning to chat about the new play-by-play voice of Kyle Crooks as well as a big recruiting weekend for Husker Football.

Jessica Coody sat down with senior forward Eliza Maupin to talk about her decision to transfer and play her final season with Nebraska Women's Basketball, what she was looking for in a program and how her style of play fits Amy Williams' system, her experience playing on a Sweet 16 team, what it was like growing up with twelve siblings and how that shaped her as an athlete and a person, and more!

On this episode, Jessica Coody is joined Campbell Flynn to get to know Nebraska Volleyball's freshman setter, Campbell discusses why she wanted to be a Husker, her takeaways from enrolling early and participating in beach and the spring season, why she always wanted to be a setter, winning the National Gatorade Player of the Year Award, what she's focusing on going into preseason, having Bergen Reilly mentor her, and much more!

Jessica Coody chatted with Andrew Ivins, the Director of Scouting for 247 Sports, to talk about his recent visit to Lincoln for the Battle at the Boneyard 7 on 7 event with Husker Football, his takeaways of the Osborne Legacy Complex, the momentum in recruiting the Huskers have gained from the weekend, his perspective of Nebraska 2027 quarterback commit Trae Taylor, why he thinks Matt Rhule has the program going in the right direction, and more!

Jessica Coody chatted with Nebraska Softball new addition Hannah Coor, to talk about her decision to transfer and play her final season with the Huskers, her relationship with Jordy Bahl and her excitement to reunite with her, what she learned being a part of three national championship teams, how she connected with head coach Rhonda Revelle, fishing, and more!

Jessica Coody kicks off the Nebraska Newcomers Podcast with sophomore guard Claire Johnson of Husker Women's Basketball. Claire dives into her decision to transfer to Nebraska following an impressive freshman year at Samford, what she learned her first year playing college basketball and what she hopes to bring to the Huskers backcourt, she talks about her family's impact including the role her adopted brother has played in her life, she discusses sports analytics and what she hopes to do in her career post basketball, and more!

Jessica Coody caught up with Husker Volleyball Great Stephanie Thater to discuss her being announced as a part of the 2025 Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame Class, she talks about her journey to Nebraska and what the opportunity to be a Husker meant to her as a first generation college graduate, what it was like playing for Terry Pettit, how she was able to become one of the most dominant middle blockers in program history, her perspective of John Cook who initially recruited her, and now fellow alum Dani Busboom Kelly taking over the program, she reflects on attending Volleyball Day in Nebraska, and much more!

Jessica Coody was joined by Nebraska Football analyst Damon Benning in studio to discuss AJ Ferrari and Husker Wrestling, the success of the "Battle at the Boneyard" 7 on 7 event for Husker Football, recruiting momentum, Trae Taylor and more!

Join Lauren Cook-West and John Cook as they break down all the summer happenings including the John Cook Invitational, analyzing the 2025 team additions and more!

Jessica Coody chatted with ESPN's Holly Rowe ahead of Nebraska Softball's Super Regional matchup with Tennessee.

Jessica Coody sat down with senior middle blocker Rebekah Allick to discuss a number of topics, the news of John Cook retiring and Dani Busboom Kelly taking over, what she loves about DBK and her coaching style, Rebekah talks about how her goals going into her senior season and the dedication she's putting into her final season as a Husker, she talks confidence and embracing her big goals and who she is as a person, her approach to NIL opportunities, and much more!

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles are back with the Sideline Slice to recap the NFL Draft, including the landing spots for Ty Robinson and Thomas Fidone, Sirles also talks the depth and culture of the Nebraska offensive line, player goals during the summer months, position he's looking forward to following the spring, and much more!

Jessica Coody sat down with head coach Matt Rhule to catch up on all the latest surrounding Husker Football, big takeaways from spring practice, a look ahead to the summer for the team, talking recruiting, camps, and much more!

Nick Handley is joined by Tucker Timmerman following the announcement of Tucker getting the Friday night start against Michigan, diving into his summer in Alaska, fishing and baseball, the scary injury Tucker endured back in February and his return to the mound, what he hopes to bring to his start against the Wolverines and more!

Jessica Coody is joined by head coach Peter Kobelt to talk Nebraska punching a ticket to the NCAA Men's Tennis Tournament for just the third time in program history and to preview the Huskers' first round matchup with Baylor.

Jessica Coody caught up with the Camenzind twins of Nebraska softball, Lauren and Hannah to talk about their decision to come back and live out their dream to play for their home state program, how they got into softball and developed into the well-rounded softball players they became, the high school softball talent in the state of Nebraska, and much more!

Jessica Coody caught up with linebacker Javin Wright, defensive back DeShon Singleton, and defensive lineman Elijah Jeudy for a Nebraska Football spring practice report.

Jessica Coody caught up with Juwan Gary to talk about Nebraska Basketball winning the inaugural Crown Tournament, what it meant to him and the team to go out with a trophy, what went into his MVP performance, his perspective on transferring into Nebraska and what it's meant to be a Cornhusker, and more!

Jessica Coody sat down with Nebraska softball pitcher Kylee Magee to talk about her journey to Nebraska, her progress coming off a season ending injury last season, what it's like to pitch with the support of the Husker defense and high-powered offense, Kylee also dives into her other passion, fashion, why she became interested in it, the opportunities here in Nebraska, the importance of both softball and fashion in her life, starting her own clothing company "After Show," the balance of her priorities on and off the softball field and much more!

Jessica Coody is joined by Troy Dannen in studio for his monthly Athletic Director's Show on Sports Nightly, also Deputy AD Haven Fields joins the show to discuss the events of the Husker Games on April 26th.

Jessica Coody caught up with quarterback Dylan Raiola, running back Emmett Johnson, and defensive back Marques Buford Jr. as Nebraska Football took the field for the first week of spring practices.

Jessica Coody is joined by Husker Track and Field's Axelina Johansson fresh off of winning the Shot Put National Title at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, she talks about what went into winning her second national title but first in the indoor, the emphasis she's put on the mental side of competing, how she ended up in Lincoln from Sweden, what makes Justin St. Clair such a great throws coach, what it was like to compete in the Olympics, her future goals, her hobbies and interests outside of sports, and much more.

On the latest episode of the Sideline Slice, Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles break down Nebraska Football's Pro Day, Sirles talks draft talk and when some of the Huskers might hear their name called and NFL potential, he breaks down the reaction from Ty Robinson's combine performance, gives some insight on how scouts and NFL personnel view the Husker FB program under Matt Rhule and his staff, how impressed he was by Dylan Raiola throwing to the receivers in the Pro Day workouts, and talk some spring football practice, some big storylines, what needs to be accomplished for Husker Football over the next month, and much more!

Jessica Coody caught up with Ridge Lovett and Antrell Taylor to break down their individual national title performances and Husker Wrestling's team runner-up team finish at the NCAA Wrestling Championships.

Join Lauren Cook-West and John Cook for their first episode in Kohn's retirement! They discuss life after the announcement, roping events, and staying in touch with the Huskers!

Jessica Coody is joined by B1G Champion Brock Hardy in studio to talk about his title run at the Big Ten Wrestling Championships, the Huskers' 2nd place finish, going back-to-back with Ridge Lovett, what's been different about his wrestling in his junior season, how he got his motto "Wrestling Is Fun," Brock previews the NCAA Championships for himself and Nebraska Wrestling, and much more!

Jessica Coody sat down with Samantha Bland to talk about the start to the Husker Softball season, her expectations going into her sophomore season following an impactful freshman season, her move from the outfield to third base this season, playing the position for the first time, her journey from California to Lincoln, her impact as a role model to young Chino Hills girls, her perspective of playing with Jordy Bahl, and much more!

Jessica Coody is joined by Matt Coatney, Damon Benning, Nate Rohr, Ben McLaughlin, Jeremiah Sirles and Josh Hilkamann to pay tribute to our Huskers Radio Network leader, Greg Sharpe.

Jessica Coody chatted with head coach Rhonda Revelle in studio to preview the season opening weekend for Husker softball, she gives her perspective of John Cook's retirement, tells her recruiting story of Dani Busboom Kelly, talks growth of women's sports on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the appreciation of support for Husker Women's sports and much more!

Jessica Coody chatted with Alexis Markowski as a part of our National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration on Sports Nightly, Alexis talks her leadership role for Husker Women's Basketball this year, what's its like having her name on the top of the program record books, playing with Britt Prince, her volleyball background, Husker role models, and much more!

Jessica Coody is joined by Karen Jennings to reminisce on her time as a Cornhusker, what went into her decision to play for Nebraska, the process of becoming the most decorated player in Nebraska Women's Basketball history, the feeling of seeing her jersey in the rafters in PBA, how playing basketball played a role in her becoming a successful business woman, the importance of excellence in the classroom as a 2x CoSIDA Academic All-American-of-the-Year, her perspective on the growth of women's sports, and much more!

Jessica Coody was joined by Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen for his monthly appearance on Sports Nightly.

Jessica Coody sat down with Jessica Petrie to talk about her journey to Lincoln from Australia, her influences in basketball, the biggest adjustments playing college basketball in the United States, what's gone into the confidence she's playing with in her sophomore season and taking on a bigger role, what she loves about the culture of Husker women's basketball, and much more.

Welcome back listeners to the first KBWTC episode of 2025! Coach and Lauren dive into the 2024 National Semifinal, Spring ball, and hosting the AVCA First Serve Showcase!

Head Coach Peter Kobelt joined Jessica Coody in studio to preview the 2025 men's tennis season.

Nebraska Women's Tennis Coach German Dalmagro joined Jessica Coody in studio on Sports Nightly to preview the season ahead of the Huskers' season opener.

Ahead of Nebraska Volleyball facing Penn State in the NCAA Semifinal in Louisville, Jessica Coody caught up with Harper Murray, Lindsay Krause, Leyla Blackwell and Olivia Mauch.

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles are back with a December edition of the Sideline Slice, talking all the latest Husker Football news since the end of the season, coaching changes, transfer portal, bowl preparations and much more!

Jessica Coody chatted with Josiah Allick during the Nebraska Men's Basketball Show, to chat about joining Fred Hoiberg's staff as a graduate assistant, what he's learned being on the coaching side of things with the Huskers' staff, his perspective on Brice Williams, B1G play, and of course a Nebraska Volleyball discussion as sister Rebekah Allick and the Huskers head back to the Final Four.

Jessica Coody sat down with sophomore guard Logan Nissley for Husker Women's Wednesday, Logan talks about the season for Husker Women's Hoops so far, including the first B1G win, what she learned during her freshman season that's carried over into her sophomore year, she talks her surgery over the summer and recovery, why Allison Weidner has made such a big impact during her time as a Husker, her relationship with Nebraska Volleyball setter Bergen Reilly and much more!

Huskers Radio Network Analyst Damon Benning joined Jessica Coody on Sports Nightly to talk the latest Husker Football news, signing day, transfer portal, Pinstripe Bowl and more!

Another postseason edition of The Dig, Jessica Coody is joined by assistant coach Kelly Hunter to break down Nebraska Volleyball's first two wins in the NCAA Tournament and to preview the third round matchup with Dayton and potential regional quarterfinal weekend, Kelly talks film study with Bergen Reilly and her winning the B1G Setter of the Year, she talks Olivia Mauch's serve and John Cook's passing of Olivia's serve, she talks the senior class approach to the NCAA tournament and much more!

Jessica Coody is joined by Lindsay Peterson for The Dig, to talk about the Huskers' clinching another B1G Championship, the challenges of this year's title run, she dives into the Penn State loss and the learning lessons the Huskers' will tweak going into the postseason, Lindsay talks the NCAA Tournament seeding and draw, she previews the Huskers' first round matchup against Florida A&M and much more!

Jessica Coody sat down with junior defensive back Ceyair Wright for this week's Cornhusker Conversation ahead of Nebraska's final regular season game of the season against Iowa.

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles break down the win over Wisconsin, what it meant for the senior class to walk off the field inside Memorial Stadium one last time with that win, what was working so well for the offense, and Emmett Johnson's big day, Sirles discusses the zero rushing touchdowns given up at home by the Blackshirts this season, and dives into the matchup against Iowa, the keys for another Husker victory and much more!

Jessica Coody is joined by Kelly Hunter on this week's episode to break down the Huskers' win over Wisconsin this season, Kelly talks the Huskers' senior class after celebrating Senior Day on Saturday, what went into the second sweep of the Badgers, Taylor Landfair's progression, Rebekah Allick's offensive contributions, how the team is approaching the final week of the regular season, she previews the matchups with Penn State and Maryland, talks B1G Championship goals, a little Thanksgiving and much more!

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles break down the Huskers' 28-20 loss at USC, Sirles highlights the improvements he saw in the Nebraska offense, dives into the keys in winning one on one matchups, what he saw in a dominant performance by Ty Robinson, previews the matchup with Wisconsin, gives his keys to victory and much more.

Greg Sharpe sat down with Troy Dannen and Deputy AD - Senior Woman Administrator Kristen Brown for the November Athletics Director Show on Sports Nightly.Kristen Brown