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Kent Pavelka to retire as Nebraska play-by-play announcer after season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 1:00 AM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Kent Pavelka to retire as Nebraska play-by-play announcer after season

Summary

Kent Pavelka, a prominent voice of Nebraska basketball and football, announced his retirement from play-by-play announcing after the 2026-27 season. Pavelka, who began his career in 1974, revealed his decision on Huskers Radio Network. He emphasized the importance of savoring the upcoming season while reflecting on his long career. Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen expressed intentions to honor Pavelka later this season for his contributions to the team and fans.

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By the Numbers

•Kent Pavelka began calling Nebraska games in 1974.
•He will retire after the 2026-27 season.
•Known for his work in both football and basketball.
•Pavelka was inducted into the Nebraska Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2019.
•Nebraska plans to pay tribute to Pavelka later this season.

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1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Longtime Nebraska play-by-play announcer Kent Pavelka will retire following 2026-2027 season

What they're saying

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One of the most legendary voices of Nebraska men’s basketball and football is hanging up the headset. Longtime play-by-play announcer Kent Pavelka, who began calling Cornhusker games in 1974, announced Monday evening on Huskers Radio Network that he will retire after the 2026-27 season, per the Daily Nebraskan. “It’s time,” Pavelka said on the radio…
— Yahoo Sports

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