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!
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, 2025Â with more than 70 sports taking place across the state.
LATEST NEWS
HEARTLAND HAVOC November 11-12, 2023
LINCOLN, Neb. (November 2, 2023) – Wrestling enthusiasts and sports fans in Lincoln, Nebraska, are in for a treat as the "Heartland Havoc" is set to grace the city. This highly anticipated event, scheduled for November 11th & 12th at the Lincoln Sports Foundation...
Nebraska Sports Council Elects Officers, Board Members
Lincoln, Neb. (Oct. 30, 2023) — The Nebraska Sports Council (NSC) Board of Directors has elected Scott Haas as its 17th Chairman. Haas, Division Director for Orthopedics at CHI Health, succeeds Rob Trebilcock, Senior Manager—Public Affairs at Cox Communications, who...
Nebraska Sports Council Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at 2023 Sports Travel Awards Banquet
Alongside NCAA Women’s Final Four, Bassmaster, USRowing, and More Lincoln, Neb. (Oct. 5, 2023) — The Nebraska Sports Council is delighted to announce that two remarkable Nebraskans and the entire state have been recognized with prestigious awards at the 2023 Sports...
Fall Fresh Air Challenge Set For Nov. 1-22
New Program Offers Motivation for Pre-Holiday Physical Activity Lincoln, Neb. (Oct. 2, 2023) — All Nebraskans are invited to participate in a free web-based activity challenge that offers virtual badges and actual prizes for achieving and logging some extra physical...
Pumpkin Run Shirt Deadline is this Friday
Annual Youth Fun Run Set for Sunday, Oct. 8 Lincoln, Neb. (Sep. 25, 2023) — The deadline to register for the 22nd annual Pumpkin Run and still receive a shirt is 11:59 p.m. this Friday, Sep. 29. Those interested can register and find details, including the full...
Nebraska NetFest Set For October 7-8 In Kearney
Pickleball Joins Youth Volleyball in 2nd Annual Event   Kearney, Neb. (Sep. 18, 2023) —Nebraska NetFest, featuring competition in volleyball and, newly-added this year, pickleball, will take place Oct. 7-8 in Kearney. The Buffalo County Fairgrounds Exposition...
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