Well, let me tell ya somethin’. I been hearin’ folks askin’ ’bout Fred Hoiberg’s boy, Sam Hoiberg. Now, I don’t know all the fancy details, but I can tell ya this: yes, Sam Hoiberg does play for Nebraska, just like his daddy, Fred, who’s the coach there. It’s a bit of a family affair, ya know? Some folks might think it’s a little strange to have your own young’un out there on the court with you, but I reckon it’s kinda sweet too.
Who is Sam Hoiberg?
Sam’s Fred’s son, as I said, and he’s been playin’ for Nebraska’s men’s basketball team for a bit now. He ain’t the star of the show or nothin’, but he sure does his part. In fact, he’s played in 32 games so far, and he’s been gettin’ about 3.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists each game. Not bad for a young fella just startin’ out in college ball, if ya ask me. And he’s shootin’ ’bout 37% from the field, so he’s not too shabby out there.
Now, I heard Sam didn’t always know he wanted to play basketball. He was thinkin’ about golf for a while there, and honestly, I can see why. Golf’s a nice, calm game, not a whole lotta runnin’ around. But Sam decided basketball was his thing in the end, and I guess he made a good choice, lookin’ at where he is now.
Fred Hoiberg’s Big Role
Now, Fred Hoiberg, Sam’s daddy, he’s the one callin’ the shots over at Nebraska. He’s been coaching the Huskers for a few years now, and under his guidance, the team made it to the NCAA tournament for the first time in 10 years. That’s no small feat, lemme tell ya. I know Fred from way back when he was playin’ for Iowa State, but now he’s been in Nebraska for a while, and he sure is makin’ a name for himself there too. He even played in the NBA for a spell, which is somethin’ most folks can only dream of.
As a coach, Fred’s been a real steady hand for the team, and it seems like he knows just what he’s doin’. He even got himself a contract extension, which means he’ll be stickin’ around for a good while longer. Looks like Nebraska’s basketball team is in good hands with him at the helm.
What’s It Like for Sam Hoiberg Playing for His Dad?
Now, I can’t imagine what it’s like for Sam, having your daddy as your coach. It must be a little weird, huh? I mean, you gotta be on your best behavior, and I’m sure ol’ Fred don’t cut him no slack just ‘cause he’s his son. But I reckon they have a good relationship, and it’s gotta be special to share somethin’ as big as basketball with your own kin.
Sam’s been playin’ for Nebraska since he finished up high school. He came from Pius X High School, and it sounds like he had a pretty good run there too. Now, he’s bringin’ that talent to the Cornhuskers, and even though he’s not the top scorer or anything, he’s definitely makin’ a contribution to the team. I’m sure Fred’s proud of his boy out there, and I imagine it’s a real nice family moment every time they get to share the court together.
What’s Next for Sam Hoiberg?
Now, what does the future hold for Sam Hoiberg? Well, I don’t know for sure, but I reckon he’s just gonna keep workin’ hard, like any good farmer would. He’s young, got time to grow, and with his daddy coachin’ him, I’m sure he’ll get better every year. He might not be a star right now, but who knows? Maybe he’ll be one in the future. And even if he don’t, just playin’ for Nebraska and bein’ on the same team as his daddy, well, that’s somethin’ he’ll always remember.
All in all, it’s a nice little story, ain’t it? Sam Hoiberg, followin’ in his daddy’s footsteps, workin’ hard for Nebraska. I think that’s somethin’ folks can appreciate, no matter where you’re from. And if you ever get the chance, turn on a Nebraska game and watch Sam play—who knows, you might just see him do somethin’ real special one of these days!
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