Women’s Basketball: Raiders Sign Nelson

Central Community College women's basketball is pleased to announce the signing of Nikie Nelson, a 2022 graduate of Ord High School.

Nelson led the Chanticleers to a 19-7 record during her senior campaign while averaging 14.4 points, 7.9 rebounds and two assists per game. As a junior and sophomore, she was named First Team All-LouPlatte Conference. Nelson was also named as the 2020 Sidney Holiday Tournament MVP.

"I could not be more excited about the opportunity to play for Central," said Nelson. "It felt like home ever since the first time I visited campus. I can't wait to get to Columbus and get to work."

Nelson also participated in track and field and volleyball for OHS.

"Nikie will bring energy to both ends of the floor and will create many mismatches for opponents," said CCC head coach Billy Perkins. "She will be able to post up and shoot the three at the guard position which will bring different dynamic to our team."

Nelson will major in elementary education at CCC. She is the daughter of Jessie and Gale Nelson of Ord.