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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...

Lincoln (July 24, 2024) — The 2024 Cornhusker State Games concluded Sunday, with 27 sports across venues in Lincoln, Omaha, Weeping Water, Raymond, and other locations. Overall, the Cornhusker State Games attracted 8,157 participants in 70 sports compared to 8,127 in...

Lincoln, Neb (July 19, 2024) —The final weekend of competition in the 2024 Cornhusker State Games (CSG) is set to take place on July 20-21, promising an action-packed conclusion to this year’s event with 36 sports taking center stage. The Games’ participant count has...

Lincoln (July 16, 2024)— The opening weekend of the 2024 Cornhusker State Games wrapped up Sunday, with 36 sports taking place at venues in and around Columbus, Fremont, Grand Island, Lincoln, North Platte, Omaha, and several other communities. A memorable performance...

Lincoln, Neb (July 12, 2024) —The first weekend of competition in the 2024 Cornhusker State Games (CSG) started today, bringing excitement and energy to the state with action in 45 sports. The Games’ participant count stands at an impressive 7,300, and officials...

Dynamic Sibling Duo to Highlight Torch Lighting LINCOLN, Neb. (July 8, 2024) — Husker favorites Josiah and Rebekah Allick have been selected to help kick off the 40th annual Cornhusker State Games in Opening Night festivities beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 11....

LINCOLN, Neb. (June 12, 2024) — Nebraska Sports Council officials have issued a reminder that the deadline to receive a free shirt with paid registration in the Cornhusker State Games (CSG) is June 19. Officials also shared details about Opening Night festivities...

Reminder: Entry Fees Increase After Wednesday, April 24 LINCOLN, Neb. (April 23, 2024) — Nebraska Sports Council officials announced today that Josiah and Rebekah Allick will light the caldron to kick off the 40th Anniversary Cornhusker State Games at Opening Night...

LINCOLN, Neb. (February 29, 2024) — Nebraska Sports Council (NSC) officials issued an announcement that the Cornhusker State Games Cycle Tour, scheduled for July 14th, has moved to North Platte. The routes will start and finish in scenic Cody Park, with the longer...