No Breaking News: Alexis Markowski Remains with Nebraska Cornhuskers

Contrary to the recent rumor, Alexis Markowski has not left the Nebraska Cornhuskers to follow Coach Amy Williams to the University of South Dakota. In fact, Coach Amy Williams is currently the head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball team, not the University of South Dakota. Williams has been leading the Cornhuskers since taking over and has a commendable coaching record of 210 wins to 143 losses over 11 years ¹.

 

*Alexis Markowski’s Current Team*

Markowski is a key player for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, averaging a double-double with 15.7 points and 10.5 rebounds per game in the 2024-2025 season. Her impressive performance has earned her multiple honors, including ² ¹:

– *Three-Time Naismith Trophy Watch List* (2023, 2024, 2025)

– *Lisa Leslie Award Midseason Top 10* (1 of 10, 2023, 2025)

– *All-Big Ten* (First Team, 2024, 2025; Second Team, 2022, 2023)

 

*Coach Amy Williams’ Tenure*

Despite the team’s inconsistent performance and notable losses to lower-ranked opponents, Williams’ contract was extended through the 2028-2029 season. The decision has sparked debates about the criteria for job security in collegiate athletics and the balance between loyalty and performance ¹.

 

*What’s Next for Markowski and the Cornhuskers?*

As the season progresses, Markowski and the Cornhuskers will look to build on their current performance and make a strong push in the Big Ten Conference. With Markowski’s talent and Williams’ leadership, the team has the potential to achieve great things. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the team adapts to the evolving dynamics of women’s college basketball ³.