ESPN, Fox Sports analyst to speak at Dec. 14 UNK Commencement By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY - It’s a dream job. Brenda VanLengen sits courtside at some of the biggest women’s college basketball games, breaking down the X’s and O’s for viewers across the country. The University of Nebraska at Kearney alumna has been a sports broadcaster and analyst for more than two decades, working for ESPN, Fox Sports and other national networks. She’s called 12 national … [Read more...] about Brenda VanLengen finds success as sports broadcaster by calling her own shots
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Gamma Phi Beta Moonball basketball tourney to benefit Girls on the Run
KEARNEY – The Gamma Phi Beta sorority will host its annual Moonball fundraiser 6:30-10 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Health and Sports Center and Cushing Coliseum on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. This year’s event, which supports Girls on the Run, is a three-on-three, double-elimination basketball tournament with men’s and women’s divisions. Concessions, a meal, awards and activities such as a photo booth and “knockout” basketball game are also part of the … [Read more...] about Gamma Phi Beta Moonball basketball tourney to benefit Girls on the Run
Hoops tournament raising funds for YMCA, Kearney Parks and Recreation
KEARNEY – A 3-on-3 basketball tournament at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will raise money for Kearney Family YMCA and Kearney Parks and Recreation Department. The April 24 event, hosted by UNK’s Sports Administration Majors Club, also will help fund club trips to conferences and other events. The tournament is at the UNK Health and Sports Center, with registration beginning at 4:30 p.m. and games tipping off at 6 p.m. The entry fee is per team, and … [Read more...] about Hoops tournament raising funds for YMCA, Kearney Parks and Recreation
UNK, Hilltop Mall hosting Destination Uptown to welcome students
By TODD GOTTULA UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney throws a big party when welcoming students to campus each August. Among the highlights is the popular Destination Downtown, where UNK and businesses roll out the red carpet and offer entertainment, giveaways and other events. The longtime success of the downtown summer event prompted UNK organizers to create a similar outing to welcome students back to campus for the spring semester. … [Read more...] about UNK, Hilltop Mall hosting Destination Uptown to welcome students
Sports Admin Club hosting 3-on-3 hoops tourney March 7
KEARNEY – The UNK Sports Administration Majors Club is hosting a 3-on-3 basketball tournament March 7 to raise money for members to attend the U.S. Olympic Committee Internship Symposium in Colorado Springs, Colo. The tournament is at the UNK Health and Sports Center, with games tipping off at 7 p.m. The entry fee is per team, and participants must be 18 or older to enter. The winning team will receive a 0 cash prize and championship t-shirts. Registration forms can … [Read more...] about Sports Admin Club hosting 3-on-3 hoops tourney March 7
