Anthony Rubek

Lincoln, Omaha

Assistant Sports Editor at The Daily Nebraskan

Assistant Sports Editor @DailyNeb

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BREAKING: Nebraska guard Gavin Griffiths enters transfer portal

2 weeks ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

A day after winning the College Basketball Crown, the Huskers lost their first player to the transfer portal in sophomore guard Gavin Griffiths, according to On3. Griffiths had trouble breaking into the rotation in his only year in Lincoln, averaging 2.1 points and 1.6 rebounds per game in 16 contests. The 6-foot-7 forward transferred to Nebraska after playing 32 games as a freshman at Rutgers, including three starts.
BREAKING: Nebraska men’s basketball adds first transfer in Iowa forward

2 weeks ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska men’s basketball made its first addition through the transfer portal with Iowa sophomore forward Pryce Sandfort announcing his commitment on X Friday morning. The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 8.8 points and 2.9 rebounds per game this past season, appearing in all 33 contests for the Hawkeyes. Sandfort had two of his best games of the year against the Huskers, including a 16-point outing on March 9 where he shot 4-of-6 from 3-point range.
Three takeaways from Nebraska basketball’s comeback win over Arizona State

3 weeks ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

With $500k in NIL endorsement opportunities on the line, Nebraska entered the College Basketball Crown with a chance to end a rather sour season on a high note. While things were shaping up to be a short stay in Las Vegas, the Huskers rallied from an eight-point halftime deficit and defeated Arizona State 86-78. Here are three takeaways from Nebraska’s opening-round win: Nebraska shakes off first-half rustThe Huskers looked like they hadn’t played since March 9 at the start of the game.
Three takeaways and a question from Nebraska men’s basketball’s tough loss to Maryland

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska’s four-game win streak came to an end in an 83-75 loss to No. 25 Maryland. The Huskers showed a lot of fight, but so did the Terrapins in a heated battle filled with action. “This had nothing to do with effort,” head coach Fred Hoiberg said postgame. “I thought our guys played hard.
BREAKING: Nebraska football to hire Mike Ekeler as special teams coordinator

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska has found its new special teams coordinator in Mike Ekeler, according to On3. He leaves Tennessee after four seasons as its special teams coordinator and outside linebackers coach. A David City, Nebraska native, Ekeler served as a linebackers coach for the Huskers from 2008-2010. He bounced around seven different schools after that, finding the most success in Knoxville.
Three takeaways from Nebraska men’s basketball’s upset win over No. 18 Illinois

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska snapped its six-game losing streak with a gutsy 80-74 overtime victory against No. 18 Illinois. The Huskers’ third-ranked win of the season keeps them alive on the NCAA Tournament bubble and just above the cutline for the Big Ten Tournament. Here are four takeaways and a question from Nebraska’s much-needed upset:The Huskers didn’t back downThere was a moment in the second half where it looked like Thursday’s game would follow the formula of Nebraska’s close losses.
Breaking: Dani Busboom Kelly named new Nebraska volleyball coach

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek |Ben Beecham

Nebraska volleyball named Louisville head coach and former Husker Dani Busboom Kelly as its new head coach Wednesday, succeeding John Cook. “The opportunity to come home to Nebraska is more than a dream come true,” Busboom Kelly said. “I want to thank Troy Dannen, Dr. Jeffrey Gold, and Kristen Brown for their trust in me to continue the legacy of Nebraska volleyball. A huge thank you to John Cook. I would not be here without his mentorship and support.
BREAKING: John Cook announces retirement from Nebraska volleyball

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Ben Beecham |Anthony Rubek

Nebraska volleyball head coach John Cook announced his retirement Wednesday after 25 seasons with the Huskers. In his time in Lincoln, Cook won four national championships, 12 NCAA semifinal appearances, nine Big 12 titles, and five Big Ten titles. He has also been named the AVCA National Coach of the Year three times, winning the award in 2000, 2005 and 2023. “I’ve been here for 25 years. That’s a long time to do something. It’s been a great run,” Cook said.
BREAKING: Jordan Larson resigns as Nebraska volleyball assistant coach

2 months ago | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska volleyball Head Coach John Cook announced Monday that assistant coach Jordan Larson is stepping down from her role. Larson served as an assistant coach for two years. "Following the season, Jordan Larson informed me that she has decided to move on from being part of our coaching staff,” Cook said in a statement.
Four takeaways from Nebraska men’s basketball’s brutal loss to USC

Jan 23, 2025 | dailynebraskan.com | Anthony Rubek

Nebraska’s season continues to go in a downward spiral, falling to USC 78-73. The loss extends the Huskers’ winless streak to five in another instance where they beat themselves down the stretch. “We have to find a way to stay together through this tough time, and hopefully get this thing reversed soon,” head coach Fred Hoiberg said postgame.