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In 2015, the Winnebago boys’ basketball team made history—ending a 75-year championship drought and bringing home the Class C1 state title with a 66–51 win over Columbus Scotus. The victory wasn’t just a win—it was a celebration for the entire Winnebago Nation and Native American communities across the country.

In this episode, Larry Punteney sits down with Mathew Wingett, a member of that unforgettable team, to relive the championship game, the powerful sense of community pride, and what it meant to represent Native Americans on the state’s biggest stage.

Relive the excitement of this Nebraska High School Classic!

Watch a condensed version of the this classic game at    • From Drought to Glory - 2015 Class C1 Boys...  

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2015 NSAA Class C1 Boys Basketball Championship Game
Columbus Scotus vs. Winnebago
March 14, 2015
Pinnacle Bank Arena

0:00 – Introduction
0:50 – What Do You Remember Most Vividly from That Championship?
1:18 – The Resounding Support from Native American Communities
2:08 – Getting the Shots to Fall
2:43 – Mindset and Belief
3:30 – Basketball in the Winnebago Community
4:25 – The Impact a Decade Later
5:25 – Game Highlights
5:38 – Offense Clicking for Winnebago
6:03 – Winnebago Closes Out the First Half in Control
6:40 – Winnebago Carries Momentum into the Second Half
6:50 – Championship Moment
7:08 – Closing Reflections

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Nebraska High School Classics dives into the heart of Nebraska's sports legacy by dusting off treasured gems from Nebraska Public Media’s NSAA Championships archive, showcasing iconic games, nail-biting finishes, and unforgettable stories.

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