NEBRASKA

SPORTS COUNCIL

OUR MISSION

The Nebraska Sports Council is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization with a mission of providing quality competition for amateur athletes of all ages and abilities and promoting healthy and active lifestyle choices. We function as Nebraska’s leader in sports and wellness events management.

WHO WE ARE

The NSC is pleased to offer opportunities for amateur athletes of all ages and abilities! We create opportunities for members of our community to showcase athletic talents, participate for pure enjoyment, meet new friends, make family memories, test mental and physical limits and achieve healthier lifestyles.

Thank you to our Platinum Partners!

WE ARE THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITIES WE ARE ABLE TO PROVIDE

The Nebraska Sports Council is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that operates without government support. We rely heavily on business sponsors and individual donors like you for our operational funding. Thankfully, this broad base of support has worked for nearly 40 years, allowing more than half a million people to enjoy fun and affordable competition and wellness opportunities.

UPCOMING EVENTS

NEBRASKA SHOWDOWN

Nebraska Showdown Volleyball Tournament features competition for 11-18-year-old age groups Approximately 150-200 teams from across the Midwest attend this event.

NEBRASKA DIAMONDFEST

Held annually in Kearney, serves as a thrilling showcase of the extraordinary skill, unwavering dedication, and fierce competitive spirit exhibited by elite fast-pitch softball players from across the region.

CORNHUSKER STATE GAMES

The 41st Annual Cornhusker State Games are scheduled for July 10-20, 2025 with more than 70 sports taking place across the state.

LATEST NEWS

Fall Fresh Air Challenge Begins Today

Fall Fresh Air Challenge Begins Today

Activity Challenge Offers Motivation for Pre-Holiday Physical Activity LINCOLN, Neb. (November 4, 2024) – Beginning today, all Nebraskans are invited to participate in a free web-based activity challenge that offers virtual badges and actual prizes for achieving and...

New Venue Announced for Cornhusker State Games Shooting Sports in 2025

New Venue Announced for Cornhusker State Games Shooting Sports in 2025

Grand Island, Neb. (October 28, 2024) — The Nebraska Sports Council and Grand Island Tourism have reached an agreement to relocate Cornhusker State Games Shooting Sports to the Heartland Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska, starting in 2025. The following shooting...

Nebraska NetFest Set to Take Place in Kearney This Weekend

Nebraska NetFest Set to Take Place in Kearney This Weekend

Kearney, Neb. (October 10, 2024) — Nebraska NetFest, featuring competition in volleyball and pickleball, will take place this weekend, October 12-13, in Kearney. The Buffalo County Fairgrounds Exposition Building will host NetFest Volleyball for 3rd-8th grade teams,...

PUMPKIN RUN SET FOR SUNDAY IN THE RAILYARD

PUMPKIN RUN SET FOR SUNDAY IN THE RAILYARD

3,700+ Youths Registered Lincoln (Oct. 11, 2024) — The 23rd annual Pumpkin Run will be held Sunday, Oct. 13 in the West Haymarket, beginning near Canopy and P Streets and ending in front of the Pinnacle Bank Arena main entrance.  More than 3,700 runners from 50 area...

Cornhusker State Games Athletes of the Year Named

Cornhusker State Games Athletes of the Year Named

LINCOLN, Neb. (Sept. 19, 2024) – An 80 year-old four-time cancer survivor and a 17 year-old who bowled a perfect game, are among several outstanding Nebraska athletes earning recognition as 2024 Cornhusker State Games (CSG) Athletes of the Year. In all, six athletes...

Nebraska NetFest Set For October 12-13 In Kearney

Nebraska NetFest Set For October 12-13 In Kearney

Kearney, Neb. (Sep. 5, 2024) —Nebraska NetFest is set to deliver a thrilling weekend of pickleball and volleyball action on October 12-13, 2024. This event brings together athletes from across the state to compete in both sports, fostering a sense of community and...

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