Nebraska basketball coaches preview 2026-27 season

Nebraska basketball head coaches Amy Williams and Fred Hoiberg met with the media ahead of the 2026-27 season and upcoming exhibition games. The teams have begun full practice schedules at the Hendricks Training Complex.

Women’s head coach Amy Williams highlighted a challenging non-conference schedule featuring opponents such as Kansas, Creighton, Texas A&M, and Cal. Williams noted that the team is working to optimize NET rankings and seeding for the NCAA Tournament. She also praised the chemistry between upperclassmen and new freshmen additions.

Men’s head coach Fred Hoiberg discussed the team’s lofty goals and the increased competitiveness within the Big Ten. He provided updates on player development, including Pryce Sandfort’s return from offseason surgery. The men’s team is scheduled to begin exhibition play against Saint Louis on October 9.