Terence “Bud” Crawford once again rewrote boxing history Saturday night with his victory by unanimous decision over Canelo Alvarez, one of the top pound-for-pound boxers of this era. Crawford was the first male boxer in the four-belt era to become undisputed world champion at two weight classes, a feat now accomplished by Naoya Inoue and Oleksandr Usyk. He has now provided more separation between himself and the rest of the boxing world, and history, becoming the first undisputed world champion at three weight classes. [CONTINUE]
Tuesday’s match between Creighton and Nebraska Volleyball set an NCAA Indoor Volleyball record for attendance, with 17,675 fans taking in the five-set thriller. Nebraska won the match 3-2, improving to 22-0 all-time against Creighton. The event topped a 2023 match between Wisconsin and Marquette that drew a crowd of 17,037. The state of Nebraska now holds NCAA Volleyball attendance records for both indoor and outdoor matches.
The Bluejays host the Creighton Classic this weekend at the D.J. Sokol Arena. Saturday, they face South Florida at 3 p.m. Sunday, they play No. 17 Kansas for the second time this season. The first match came in the Opening Spike Classic. Creighton won 3-2 for its only ranked win this season and Brian Rosen’s first win of his head coaching career.
Millard South Football, the state’s No. 1 ranked team, was found in violation of NSAA rules in a closed hearing and must forfeit its season-opening 49-7 victory over Arbor View, a top program from Nevada. In addition to forfeiting the win, first-year head coach Taylor Mendenhall was suspended for Friday’s game against Kearney, and the school was handed a $500 fine and a one-year suspension of a volunteer assistant coach. The hearing involved confidential student information and the NSAA could not release any information according to the Omaha World-Herald.
Creighton Basketball announced its Big East schedule last week, and it features a program-record six Saturday home conference games, according to Creighton assistant athletic director Rob Anderson. The Bluejays will open their 2025-26 conference slate at Xavier on Wednesday, December 17. Their first home conference game will come three days later, on a Saturday – December 20 against Marquette.
Omaha Storm Chasers outfielder MJ Melendez was named the International League Player of the Week by Minor League Baseball for his performance the week of September 8 to 14. Melendez batted 10-for-23 (.435) in last week’s series against the Charlotte Knights. On Sept. 11, he became the second Storm Chaser to hit for the cycle this season. Drew Waters did so on April 2 against Louisville. Melendez is the fifth Storm Chaser to hit for the cycle since 2005. The Storm Chasers are playing a road series against the Columbus Clippers this week. Tonight’s game begins at 5:15 p.m.
Omaha Supernova Brooke Nuneviller announced Monday a partnership with the p1440 Foundation, a nonprofit focused on expanding access and opportunities for young volleyball players. In addition to playing for the Supernovas, the star outside hitter is a member of Athletes Unlimited, a new league whose season begins on Oct. 3 in Omaha. Nuneviller selected p1440 Foundation as her Athletes Unlimited Causes partner. Through that program, her end-of-season bonus is matched with a grant to the nonprofit, helping support programs that expand youth access to the sport nationwide.
Creighton Volleyball’s Annalea Maeder was named Big East Setter of the Week after playing well enough to earn a spot on the All-Tournament team at the Bluejay Invitational last weekend. Maeder recorded a season-high 49 assists and 11 digs against No. 4 Louisville Friday – her fourth straight double-double.
The Creighton Bluejays swept the Big East women’s soccer weekly honors after a pair of wins last week. Ariana Mondiri was named Offensive Player of the Week, recording two goals and one assist on seven shots on goal. Teammate Ella Offer earned the Big East Defensive Player of the Week award while helping the Bluejays allow just two goals in as many games. Creighton begins conference play Saturday, hosting No. 20 Georgetown at 6 p.m. at Morrison Stadium.
After a tumultuous start to its season, Creighton men’s soccer is on a three-game win streak, improving its record to 3-2-2. The Bluejays couldn’t be getting hot at a better time – they begin Big East play this Friday. Creighton will host Marquette at Morrison Stadium Friday at 7 p.m.
Omaha Volleyball split its two matches in last weekend’s Cyclone Invitational, beating Saint Louis 3-1 Saturday before falling to Iowa State 3-1 Sunday. Beginning on Friday, the Mavericks will get a first look at both incoming participants for this weekend’s Creighton Classic. Friday, Omaha will host South Florida at Baxter Arena at 6 p.m. Saturday, they likely have their only opportunity this season at a ranked win, hosting No. 17 Kansas at 3 p.m.
Union Omaha played Spokane to one of the most exciting draws possible on Wednesday night. After falling behind 2-0 in the 76th minute, Union Omaha stormed back on a pair of goals from midfielder Sergio Ors Navarro in the 88th and 91st minutes. The Owls have not lost since Aug. 16 and now sit sixth in USL League One standings with nine wins, ten losses and four draws. Sunday, they host the last team to beat them, One Knoxville SC, at 4 p.m.
Upcoming Games
- Omaha Storm Chasers at Columbus | Sept. 16 – Sept. 21 | 5:15 p.m. Thursday
- Omaha Volleyball vs. South Florida | Friday, Sept. 19 | 6 p.m.
- Creighton men’s soccer vs. Marquette | Friday, Sept. 19 | 7 p.m.
- Omaha women’s soccer vs. Colorado State | Friday, Sept. 19 | 7 p.m.
- #18 Creighton Volleyball vs. South Florida | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 3 p.m.
- Omaha volleyball vs. #17 Kansas | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 3 p.m.
- Creighton women’s soccer vs. #20 Georgetown | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 6 p.m.
- Omaha men’s soccer vs. SIUE | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 1 p.m.
- Union Omaha vs. One Knoxville SC | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 4 p.m.
- #18 Creighton Volleyball vs. #17 Kansas | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 5 p.m.
- Creighton women’s soccer at Villanova | Wednesday, Sept. 24 | 3 p.m.
