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What was that 😭 #otwinner #nhlplayoffs

It’s been almost half a decade since the Flyers made their way to the second round of the NHL playoffs—an eternity in the world of sports. The year was 2018, and the Flyers were coming off a rollercoaster regular season, finishing 8th in the East. The journey to Round 2 started with a gritty, hard-fought series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite being outmatched on paper, the Flyers dug deep and found a way to claw their way to a Game 6 win, sending the series to a must-win final game. That series was nothing short of chaotic—goals flying in from all angles, defensive breakdowns, and of course, the kind of intensity that only a Flyers-Pens matchup can bring. But after pulling off that win in Game 6, Philly’s momentum came crashing down in Round 2. The Flyers faced off against the mighty Washington Capitals, led by Alex Ovechkin in what would be a dominating performance from the Caps. Despite the valiant efforts of players like Claude Giroux, Sean Couturier, and Jake Voracek, the Flyers were overmatched, and the Capitals closed out the series 4-2, advancing to their eventual Stanley Cup championship run. For Flyers fans, it was a bittersweet reminder of how close they were to breaking through, but also how far they still had to go. The second round feels like a distant dream now, as the Flyers have struggled to regain that level of playoff success. With each passing season, the question remains—when will Philly be back in Round 2? And more importantly, when will they finally get back to competing for a Cup? The 2018 playoffs were a wild ride for Philly, but that ride ended too soon. Now, as the years pass by, the memory of that postseason run has started to fade, but Flyers fans still hold out hope. One day, Philly will rise again and make its mark in the playoffs. Until then, the wait continues. #fyp #hockey

Jay

Nebraska Volleyball Draws Near-Record Crowd in Spring Match at Chadron

Nebraska volleyball brought statewide support to the Panhandle this weekend, drawing a near-record crowd to the Chicoine Center for its spring match against Northern Colorado. Fans lined up for two days to purchase tickets, and more than 1,800 attendees packed the arena, creating one of the largest crowds in venue history. Officials said the turnout rivaled some of the biggest events ever held at the Chicoine Center. “It’s not just Lincoln or Omaha,” Huskers Head Coach Dani Busboom Kelly said. “This is a program the whole state is proud of.” The sold-out atmosphere highlighted Nebraska’s broad fan base, with supporters traveling across the state to see the Huskers play in a rare appearance in northwestern Nebraska. Players and coaches embraced the environment, noting the strong support and hospitality from the Chadron community. “It means a lot to us, and we don’t take that for granted,” All-American Andi Jackson said. “They’ve taken really good care of us. This has been an awesome experience.” The match also carried added meaning for Nebraska’s senior class, which includes Bergen Reilly, Laney Choboy, Andi Jackson and Harper Murray. With the season approaching, players reflected on making the most of their final opportunities together. “We’re going through a lot of first and last experiences,” Murray said. “We’re just trying to enjoy it and create memories we can look back on.” Nebraska opens its regular season in September against DePaul. #HuskerVB #GBR #NebraskaVolleyball #bergenreilly #Harpermurray #andijackson #danibusboomkelly #huskervolleyball #HuskerSports #nebraska