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Men’s soccer falls to Flames in Chicago

By Mateo Avila | September 28, 2017

The men’s soccer team (3-6, 0-0 Mid-American Conference) was burned by the University of Illinois-Chicago Flames with a final score of 3-1, Tuesday.Head Coach Ryan Swan was disappointed with the final result and said the team continues to not play to...

Men’s soccer goes 1-1 in Utah

By Mateo Avila | September 18, 2017

The men’s soccer team defeated their first top-10 ranked team since 2008 when they beat the No. 10 ranked University of Nebraska - Omaha Mavericks Friday by a score of 1-0 on a goal from sophomore forward Jan Maertins.NIU traveled to Orem, Utah for...

Junior midfielder Logan Hatter dribbles the ball against the Stetson defense Friday. Hatter scored the game-winning goal in double-overtime to give the Huskies the 2-1 win.

Men’s soccer splits the weekend at NIU Adidas Invitational

By Mateo Avila | September 11, 2017

Junior midfielder Logan Hatter dribbles the ball against the Stetson defense Friday. Hatter scored the game-winning goal in double-overtime to give the Huskies the 2-1 win.

The men's soccer team comes together in their game against DePaul Aug. 25. The Huskies are 1-2-0 to begin the season.

Men’s soccer loses two in Evansville

By Mateo Avila | September 5, 2017

The men's soccer team comes together in their game against DePaul Aug. 25. The Huskies are 1-2-0 to begin the season.

Junior forward Noah Brodie (right) attempts to steal the ball from the DePaul player. The Huskies won 3-2 in overtime.

Men’s soccer wins season opener

By Mateo Avila | August 28, 2017

Junior forward Noah Brodie (right) attempts to steal the ball from the DePaul player. The Huskies won 3-2 in overtime.

Men’s soccer ready for new era

By Mateo Avila | July 31, 2017

DeKalb — A new season for the men’s soccer team kicks off with the Cardinal and Black scrimmage 5 p.m. Aug. 12 followed by an exhibition 3 p.m. Aug. 15 against the Loyola University Ramblers.The Huskies hired new head coach Ryan Swan Jan. 23 to replace...

NIU brings in new DII soccer coach

By Tom Burton | January 26, 2017

DeKALB — Ryan Swan, who is originally from Scotland, has spent the last eight seasons coaching Drury University’s men’s soccer team in Springfield, Missouri. During his tenure, he has accumulated a 106-47-8 record and has made four appearances to...

Richard Hall, senior defender for men's soccer, was born in Billericay, England and began playing for the Huskies in 2013.

Better know the Huskies

By Atlee Hargis | September 30, 2016

Hall sends a free kick into the box during a game against Utah Valley on Sept. 11. 

Eric Luzzi Head Coach

Men’s soccer looks to build off of first win

By Tom Burton | September 26, 2016

Eric Luzzi Head Coach

Men’s soccer offense sputters in home openers

By Tom Burton | September 12, 2016

DeKALB | Men’s soccer had a difficult weekend, losing both of its home matches including a 3-0 shutout Sunday against Utah Valley State University.The Huskies were outmatched in all statistical categories against Utah Valley, where they were outshot...

Men's soccer returns home

Men’s soccer returns home

By Tom Burton | September 8, 2016

Freshman midfielder Christian Molina races to the end line during a game on Aug. 21 against Duke.

Men's soccer home for first time this season

Men’s soccer home for first time this season

By Tom Burton | September 8, 2016

DeKALB | Men’s soccer is home from its 4-game season opening road-trip, as they host the NIU Adidas Invitational over the weekend.NIU (0-2-2) has an opportunity to notch their first win of the season as they get set to take on the Binghamton University...