A pair of Husker athletes have been tabbed to light the caldron to kick off the 40th Anniversary Cornhusker State Games at Opening Night festivities July 11 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Nebraska Sports Council officials says Josiah and Rebekah Allick are the perfect choice to kick off the Games’ 40th edition.
He says Rebekah played an integral role in the Husker volleyball team’s national runner-up finish and Josiah came home to help the Husker men’s basketball team get back into the race for the Big 10 title and into the NCAA tournament for the first time in 10 years.
“We are thrilled to have Rebekah and Josiah represent all Nebraska athletes in this milestone year. Their skill and work ethic are undeniable, and their character, positive energy and team-first mentality have provided inspiration and pride for our entire state,” says Nebraska Sports Council President Dave Mlnarik.
The Cornhusker State Games, Nebraska’s premier multi-sport event for athletes of all ages and abilities, will take place July 11-21 at sports venues in several communities across the state, including Lincoln, Omaha, Columbus, Fremont, Grand Island, and North Platte.
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