Who is Sam Hoiberg? Nebraska coach’s son leads Cornhuskers to first-ever Sweet 16 appearance
Here's everything you need to know about Cornhusker Sam Hoiberg.
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It's safe to say the Nebraska Cornhuskers have made history this March. After winning their first NCAA Tournament game in school history, they are still dancing and are on their way to the Sweet Sixteen after a 74-72 win over Vanderbilt in the Round of 64. One of the Cornhuskers' bright spots this season has been Sam Hoiberg, a senior guard who is the son of head coach Fred Hoiberg.
Hoiberg is not just on the team because his father is the coach; he rightfully earned that spot through continuous grinding and steady improvement across his four-year college career. Let's take a look at who Hoiberg is and the growth he has shown as one of Nebraska's key guards, as he started every game for the Cornhuskers this season. MARCH MADNESS HQ: Live NCAA bracket | TV schedule | Latest news and more Who is Sam Hoiberg?
Hoiberg is a senior guard for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He is 23 years old and was born on March 21, 2003, in Lincoln, Neb. His father, Fred, has been the Cornhuskers' coach since 2019.