Nebraska Legislature honors former Husker volleyball coach John Cook

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Former Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook was honored Wednesday at the Nebraska Legislature.

Cook was presented with a framed copy of Legislative Resolution 39, passed earlier this year, which recognizes his accomplishments.

Cook retired in January after 25 years as the Huskers’ head coach. In that time, the team won four national championships.

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The recognition coincided with I Love NU Day at the Capitol, when people come to advocate for university funding.

University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold said on X that he and Cook “enjoyed our time visiting with senators, legislative staff & many others.”