answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

The origin of the Cornhuskers nickname goes back to 1900. A sports writer named Charles Sherman began to call the Nebraska team the Cornhuskers after first hearing it related it Iowa. It caught on and has been used ever since.

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How did the nebraska cornhuskers get their name?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What university in Nebraska is nicknamed cornhuskers?

The University of Nebraska in Lincoln is nicknamed the cornhuskers.


When was Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball created?

Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball was created in 1869.


When was Nebraska Cornhuskers football created?

Nebraska Cornhuskers football was created in 1890.


What is the former name for the University of Nebraska football team?

The University of Nebraska athletic teams, currently known as the Cornhuskers, were formerly known as the Bug Eaters prior to becoming the Cornhuskers.


What are Nebraska's major sports teams?

Football tends to be the most popular sport in Nebraska.


What state is north of the cornhuskers state?

The Cornhuskers state is Nebraska. South Dakota is the state to the north of Nebraska.


Who did the Nebraska Cornhuskers beat in 1995 for the national championship?

The Nebraska cornhuskers beat Florida for the 1995 national championship.


What actors and actresses appeared in 1973 Orange Bowl - 1973?

The cast of 1973 Orange Bowl - 1973 includes: Joe Blahak as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Cornerback Maury Damkroger as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Fullback Bob Devaney as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Head Coach Doug Dumler as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Center Rich Glover as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Defensive Tackle Dave Humm as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Quarterback Bill Olds as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Fullback Ara Parseghian as Himself - Notre Dame Fighting Irish Head Coach Johnny Rodgers as Himself - Nebraska Cornhuskers Wide Receiver Kyle Rote as Himself - Color Commentator


What is the 37th state and home of the Cornhuskers?

nebraska


Which state are people nicknamed Cornhuskers?

Nebraska


What nickname is given to nebraska university?

Cornhuskers


Which state is known as the cornhusker state?

The Cornhusker state is Nebraska, home of the cornhuskers!