Omaha Athletics is proud to announce a new scholarship to support the Maverick Hockey program. Maureen "Mo" and Nick Borman of Omaha have made a gift commitment to establish the Borman Family Scholarship to be awarded to the team's right defenseman.
 
"We support the Maverick Hockey program because it plays a vital role in building a strong, connected community," said the couple, who are Omaha hockey season ticket members. "It offers athletes a chance to develop teamwork, discipline and leadership skills. The Omaha hockey program fills a niche within Omaha's vibrant sports community that fosters local pride, brings families and neighbors together and creates a positive, inclusive environment for everyone involved."
 
The couple pledged the gift through the University of Nebraska Foundation to fund a scholarship for the team's right defenseman. The full scholarship will be awarded beginning in 2027, supporting a student-athlete throughout his college career. At the request of the donors, the total commitment amount will remain confidential.
 
"We are honored to have the Borman name tied to this position and our hockey program," said Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Adrian Dowell. "This is just the latest example of their generosity, and we are grateful to Nick and Mo for the incredible impact they have made supporting Omaha Athletics."
 
The Bormans grew up in North Dakota, where ice hockey is an important part of the culture. Nick Borman played hockey from an early age through high school, and the couple passed on a love of the game to their sons.
 
The Bormans have gotten to know current and former Omaha hockey players, coaches and others connected to the program.
 
"We are impressed that many of the former players have chosen to stay in Omaha and contribute to the community as coaches for local youth hockey programs and provide ongoing support to Maverick hockey," the couple said. "They also contribute to the greater Omaha community as entrepreneurs, business leaders, fathers and husbands."
 
This is the third position-specific scholarship to be created by donors for the Omaha Hockey program. The others are the Menke Family Captain's Scholarship and the Yano and Cindy Mangiameli Goalie Scholarship. Scholarships assist Omaha hockey head coach Mike Gabinet in recruiting prospective student-athletes who excel on the ice and demonstrate excellent leadership qualities.
 
"It's a true honor to have the Borman name connected to our hockey program," Gabinet said. "Nick and Mo's generosity and belief in what we're doing mean the world to our staff and players. Their support makes a real impact and helps us continue to push toward excellence on and off the ice."

The gift was made as part of Only in Nebraska: A Campaign for Our University's Future. The campaign is a historic effort to engage 150,000 benefactors to give $3 billion to support University of Nebraska students, faculty, academic and clinical programs and research to address the needs of the state. Scholarships are a top priority of the campaign.
 

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The University of Nebraska Foundation grows relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. During the 2024 fiscal year, a record $388.8 million in new funds was committed to aid UNK, UNL, UNO, NCTA and UNMC and its clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine. In addition, 57,603 donors supported the University of Nebraska. Alumni engagement and fundraising are efficient, with the University of Nebraska receiving more than $7 in gifts for every $1 spent. Only in Nebraska: A Campaign for Our University's Future is its current campaign with a goal to raise $3 billion from 150,000 unique benefactors to support the University of Nebraska. More information is at OnlyinNebraska.org.