Nebraska to play North Dakota State in women’s basketball at Sanford Pentagon next season
Posted: May 7, 2025
The Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball team returns to the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on Sunday, November 16 when they take on the North Dakota State Bison. Information on ticket sales will be announced later.
“Two programs coming off post-season appearances with regional athletes on both rosters makes for a great game for the teams and the fans,” said Jesse Smith, vice president of Sanford Sports. “We are proud to showcase women’s basketball – something we have been doing for years – and this game builds on our history and commitment to the sport.”
Nebraska finished the 2024-25 season with a 21-12 record and earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Women’s Tournament for the second consecutive year. Head coach Amy Williams, a native of Spearfish, South Dakota, enters her 10th season with Nebraska. This marks the second trip to Sioux Falls for Williams’ program. The No. 21 Huskers defeated South Dakota on Heritage Court last season 113-70.
“We are thrilled to be returning to the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls again in the 2025-2026 season. What an incredible basketball venue it proved to be this past season, and Husker fans did not disappoint!” said Williams. “Playing a quality opponent like North Dakota State, which went deep into the post-season this past year, will help prepare us for the rigors of the Big Ten Conference. We look forward to seeing a bunch of Husker fans at the Pentagon again this fall!”
North Dakota State is coming off a 21-12 season, advancing to the WNIT Great 8 for the first time in program history. The Bison last played on Heritage Court in 2023, when they opened the season against No. 22 Creighton. Head coach Jory Collins begins his seventh season leading NDSU.
“We’re very excited to play a terrific Nebraska team in an awesome venue,” said Collins. “The Pentagon has become a staple in early season college basketball. We’re looking forward to the challenge and opportunity.”
This is the first NCAA Division I event at the Sanford Pentagon announced for the 2025-26 season.
