The Ultimate Ambassador: Fred Uhe
This month on Legends Rock we sit down with a true Sarpy County legend, Fred Uhe. From his days as a student at Papillion-La Vista High School and UNO to a career filled with community leadership, sports connections, Fred has been part of some of Nebraska’s biggest happenings for decades. Listen in as Fred shares […]
A Legacy in Motion: Todd & Wendy Henrichs on 40 Years of Nebraska Prep Sports
Today’s episode of Legends Rock features Todd and Wendy Henrichs, one of Nebraska high school sports’ true “first couples.” With more than 40 years of impact across media, coaching, and athletic administration, their influence on prep athletics across the state is both deep and lasting. The conversation begins with Todd’s recent appointment as Assistant Director […]
Nebraska Hoops Royalty: Dave Hoppen & Bill Jackman with Stu Pospisil
Two of Nebraska’s greatest basketball players join the mic on this episode of Legends Rock. Dave Hoppen and Bill Jackman sit down with host Chuck Johnston to share stories from their remarkable basketball journeys. Hoppen, whose number hangs in the rafters at Pinnacle Bank Arena, reflects on his rise from Benson High School to University […]
41 Titles, One School: Inside Lincoln Southeast’s Legendary Run
Today we’re joined by Jeff Smith and Jake Muhlheisen, two cornerstones of one of the most remarkable athletic eras in Nebraska high school history. From youth sports and family roots to elite high school competition, Jeff and Jake share their journeys, including: Playing for legendary Lincoln Southeast coaches like Alex Gordon Sr., Bob McNaught, and […]
A Championship Trio from David City
For the first time on Legends Rock, we welcome three guests at once, so you know it’s a special trio. Joining the show are Dick Muma, Bob Martin, and Jim Eberly—the leaders of the legendary 1972 David City Scouts basketball team, a group that captured the school’s first state basketball championship and capped off an […]
Steve Sipple on Nebraska Sports
If you’ve followed Nebraska athletics at any point in the last 35+ years, you know today’s guest: Steve Sipple. Sip. Sipple. Steven F. Sipple. Whatever name you choose “Legend” might be the most accurate. In this episode, we dive into Sip’s Columbus roots, growing up Discoverer tough, playing basketball for Coach Al Schnabel, and witnessing […]
Scott Hazelrigg: Building Community Through Education, Service, and Sports
Welcome to Legends Rock, brought to you by the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame! In this episode, Executive Director Chuck Johnston sits down with Scott Hazelrigg, a fifth-generation Nebraskan whose career has been defined by leadership, community, and youth empowerment. As President and Founder of the NorthStar Foundation, Scott has dedicated his life […]
Jim Flanery on Basketball, Bluejays, and Beyond
Today our guest is Jim Flanery, head women’s basketball coach at Creighton University — and a true legend both on and off the court. From his roots in Guthrie Center, Iowa, to walking on at Creighton under Tony Barone, Flan’s journey has been shaped by grit, humor, and a lifelong love of the game. In […]
Dean “the Dream” Thompson: Omaha’s Scoring Legend
They called him “Dean the Dream” for a reason. Dean Thompson’s smooth, effortless style made him one of the most gifted scorers Omaha has ever seen. At Omaha Westside, he led the Warriors to the Class A boys basketball championship his senior year, averaging 23 points per game and earning all-state honors. His legacy continued […]
The Block, the Glory, and the Legacy of Bruce Chubick, Jr.
Bruce Chubick, Jr. (aka Chubs) left an unforgettable mark on Nebraska hoops. From Atkinson West Holt to his four years at Nebraska, competing in four NCAA tournaments, before an eight-year professional career in Europe where he earned recognition as one of Belgium’s top players. In this conversation, Bruce reflects on “Growing Up Chubick,” the powerhouse […]