Nebraska High School Classics

Relive the glory and drama of Nebraska high school sports with Nebraska High School Classics. This new series resurrects the best moments from Nebraska Public Media Sports’ NSAA Championships archive, showcasing iconic games, nail-biting finishes and unforgettable stories.

Nebraska High School Classics dives into the heart of Nebraska's sports legacy with host Larry Punteney by dusting off treasured gems from Nebraska Public Media’s NSAA Championships archive. Each episode presents a condensed version of a historic game- ranging from football, volleyball, basketball and beyond. Not only does the program immerse viewers in the excitement of these past championship events, but it will also provide fresh perspectives through new interviews with key players, coaches and sportswriters who revisit and contextualize the games.

Don't miss episodes premiering exclusively on YouTube and the Nebraska Public Media website each Sunday at 4:30 p.m. CT beginning Sept. 1!


Games Featured in Season 1:

  • 2020 Class A Boys Basketball Championship
  • 2000 Class C1 Volleyball Championship
  • 2023 Class B Softball Championship
  • 2012 Class B Boys Basketball Championship
  • 2011 Class D2 Football Championship
  • 2021 Class A Volleyball Championship
  • 2023 Class B Girls’ Bowling Championship
  • 2022 Class A Football Championship