The Last Ride with John Cook (Full Documentary)

The Last Ride with John Cook is a one-hour sit-down interview special featuring Nebraska Public Media sportscaster Larry Punteney in an intimate conversation with John Cook, the four-time national championship-winning head coach of Nebraska Volleyball. Following Cook’s retirement after 25 seasons at the helm, this definitive program chronicles his life from his early days, his unexpected transition from football to volleyball, and his rise to becoming one of the most influential figures in the sport. Cook opens up about his formative years, a life-altering fall, the pressures of national championships, and the evolution that transformed him from a hard-nosed coach to a mentor known for compassion and growth. With emotional stops at pivotal moments—including the 2000 national title, the record-setting night at Memorial Stadium, and his transition to the cowboy life—this film is more than just a retrospective on a coaching legend—it’s a celebration of a man whose impact transcended the game, shaping generations of athletes and redefined volleyball’s place in American sports culture. This special will provide fans with the definitive story of John Cook’s extraordinary journey, his lasting legacy, and the new adventure that awaits him. https://NebraskaPublicMedia.org/lastride © 2025 Nebraska Public Media Foundation. All rights reserved. FOLLOW US: YouTube:    / nebraskapublicmedia   Facebook:   / nebraskapublicmedia   X (Formerly Twitter):   / nebpublicmedia   Instagram:   / nebraskapublicmedia   Website: https://NebraskaPublicMedia.org #NebraskaVolleyball #Huskers #JohnCook #CollegeVolleyball #BigTenVolleyball #HuskerNation #NebraskaSports #FullDocumentary #SportsDocumentary #TheLastRideWithJohnCook