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Ariana Akey, a multi‑sport standout from Colorado, has pledged to join Nebraska's inaugural varsity flag football program set to launch in 2028. Her commitment marks the university's 25th varsity sport and the first Power Five school to sponsor the game.
Nebraska's upcoming flag football program will debut at Barbara Hibner Field in 2028, offering scholarships and a new pathway for female athletes under the guidance of coaching duo Liz and Katie Sowers.
The Cornhuskers will host their inaugural flag football season in 2028 at Barbara Hibner Field, a 2,500‑seat venue that can be expanded for larger crowds. The program will award 15 scholarships to female student‑athletes and run from January through May under the guidance of Liz Sowers and her sister Katie.