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Half-Court Press

Omaha World-Heraldomaha.com

The Half-Court Press podcast goes in-depth on all the latest Creighton and Nebraska basketball news.​

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Episodes

Nebraska fires Tim Miles; Creighton's season ends - March 28

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to Nebraska's decision to fire Tim Miles. Now what? Will NU hire Fred Hoiberg? Also, Creighton's season concluded at TCU. They evaluate the 2018-19 campaign and preview the Jays' offseason storylines. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29, 201959 min

Nebraska reaches out to Fred Hoiberg; NIT preview - March 18

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the news that Nebraska is targeting Fred Hoiberg as a possible replacement for Tim Miles. They also break down the NIT bracket, which could create a Huskers-Jays rematch if both teams were to win twice. Plus, Final Four picks! Open — Nebraska wants Fred Hoiberg to be its new coach 7:30 — Things just got awkward for Husker Hoops 11:21 — NIT preview: NU vs. CU could happen again 14:55 — Are teams ever really rea...

Mar 18, 201930 min

Analyzing Nebraska's epic comeback, Creighton's bubble chances - March 11

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady break down the Huskers' impressive rally in an overtime win over Iowa. Where'd that come from and why couldn't NU produce more moments like that? They preview the Big Ten and Big East tournaments. They discuss the Jays' NCAA bubble chances. And they talk about the federal indictment filed last week that implicated Creighton in the college basketball bribery scandal. Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discu...

Mar 11, 20191 hr 16 min

Summit League tournament preview; Creighton still clinging to NCAA hopes - March 8

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writer Jon Nyatawa is joined by colleague Tony Boone to discuss UNO's upcoming appearance in the Summit League tournament. They break down the challenge that awaits the Mavs. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 08, 201937 min

Analyzing Nebraska's downfall; Previewing Creighton-Marquette - March 1

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady look back at the Huskers' disastrous loss at Michigan and examine why things have unraveled this year. They also talk about expectations for Creighton and preview the Jays' big road game at Marquette. Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discussed: Open — Everything went wrong for NU at Michigan 3:50 — A tale of two seasons 9:47 — Heady's story about psychology, leadership and confidence 21:27 — Creighton's ...

Mar 01, 201948 min

Hello, UNO! Analyzing Mavs' Summit League title bid - Feb. 21

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady are joined by their colleague, Tony Boone, to break down UNO's impressive 2018-19 campaign. How did the Mavs build a conference championship contender and what else is possible for this team? They also wonder how Nebraska will rebound after the Penn State loss, and whether Creighton can now take the next step. Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discussed: Open — UNO is good, and it's not a surprise 7:57 — ...

Feb 21, 201956 min

Creighton needs to show progress; Nebraska is in trouble - Feb. 11

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady analyze Creighton's recent stretch of play. Are there signs of progress, or just more examples that CU hasn't arrived? Maybe the final few games will provide the answer. Then there's Nebraska, which is stuck on a seven-game losing streak and continuing to lose confidence as the setbacks pile up. Here's a rundown of the topics and when they're discussed: Open — The struggle is real in 2019 3:25 — Will the Jays show indi...

Feb 12, 201943 min
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