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Sophomore midfielder Diego Maynez loads up for a shot on goal during Thursdays 2-1 victory over Oakland in the first-round of the NCAA College Cup. Maynez scored both of the Huskies goals in the contest.

Huskies leave Golden Grizzlies seeing Red

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 18, 2021

DeKALB — Sophomore midfielder Diego Maynez scored two goals for NIU as the Huskies outlasted the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 2-1, advancing to the second-round of the NCAA College Cup. “We are delighted to be through to the next round,”...

Junior quarterback Rocky Lombardi throws a pass in the first half of NIU's 33-27 overtime victory over Buffalo on Nov. 17.

COLUMN: ‘The dip’ a key factor in NIU rebound

By James Krause | November 18, 2021

After answering a question at the post-game press conference Wednesday night following NIU’s win over the University at Buffalo Bulls, junior quarterback Rocky Lombardi shouts across the room to head coach Thomas Hammock. “We’re buying the dip,...

Senior middle blocker Angie Gromos spikes a ball in NIU's win on Nov. 13 against Buffalo. The victory sealed NIU a spot in the MAC tournament.

Huskies’ win adds to momentum

By Waleed Alamieh, Sports Reporter | November 18, 2021

At a glance Volleyball ends regular season perfect in November Middle blocker depth makes difference in four set victory over WMU Huskies head to Indiana Sunday for start of MAC tournament DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team extended...

COVID-freshman linebacker Jaden Dolphin wraps up Buffalo junior quarterback Matt Myers for a sack during NIU's 33-27 victory over the Bulls on Nov. 17 in Buffalo, New York.

Huskies clinch MAC West in OT

By James Krause | November 17, 2021

At a glance Ratkovich scores two touchdowns, game-winner in overtime Defense capitalizes on botch Buffalo snap Huskies secure spot in Mid-American Conference Championship Game in Detroit DeKALB — The Huskies beat the University at...

An aerial view of the NIU Track and Field & Soccer Complex during the Women's game on Aug. 26.

Swan signs extension with NIU

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 16, 2021

DeKALB — NIU Athletics announced Tuesday that men’s soccer head coach Ryan Swan has agreed to a contract extension through the 2026-27 season. Under Swan, the Huskies have beaten six nationally ranked opponents and cemented themselves as one...

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones (7) sits on the sidelines with his head in his hands during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Las Vegas.

Raiders in need of new leadership

By Davione Barrow, Sports Reporter | November 16, 2021

The Las Vegas Raiders have had numerous issues off the field this season, and things seem to continue spiraling.  The Raiders recently released cornerback Damon Arnette after he posted a viral video with a gun threatening to take someone’s life.  Arnette...

The NIU men's soccer team poses with the Mid-American Conference regular season trophy after a 2-1 victory over Akron on Oct. 30, 2021. (Noah Silver | Northern Star)

Huskies draw Oakland in first round of NCAA Tourney

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 15, 2021

DeKALB — NIU men’s soccer was selected to play in the NCAA Tournament on Monday for the first time since 2011 and will host the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 6 p.m. Thursday in the first round. The selection comes after the Huskies secured...

The NIU Table Tennis Club meets at the Recreation Center from 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Table Tennis Club keeps growing

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 15, 2021

As the sounds of basketballs hitting rims and volleyballs being spiked are heard on distant courts, so are the sounds of ping pong balls rapidly hitting the table. The NIU Table Tennis Club that is run by sophomore business major Jack O’Connell has...

First day of MAC Wrestling Championships see two Huskies move on to the finals

NIU Wrestling falls short to Rider

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | November 15, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU wrestling team faced Rider University Saturday in their Mid-American Conference opener where they would come up short, losing 20-14.  "The guys wrestled really hard," head coach Ryan Ludwig said in a Saturday NIU Athletics news...

Redshirt junior wide reciever Cole Tucker fends off an attempted tackle by University of Wyoming junior safety Rome Weber during NIU's 2021 season opener on Sept. 11, 2021, in DeKalb. Tucker caught six passes for 72 yards as NIU's comeback came up short against the Cowboys. (Northern Star File Photo)

NIU faces Buffalo with title looming

By James Krause | November 15, 2021

At a glance Huskies can clinch MAC West with victory against Buffalo Hammock says team still has room for improvement following Bronze Stalk Trophy win Bulls boast best pass rush in conference, options in offensive attack DeKALB —...

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 12 at Buffalo w/ John Richardson)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 12 at Buffalo w/ John Richardson)

By Northern Star Staff | November 15, 2021

In one of the most dramatic finishes of the year, the Huskies knocked off the Ball State Cardinals 30-29 to reclaim the Bronze Stalk Trophy thanks to a field goal by John Richardson as time expired. While Richardson's celebration was wild, the celebration...

Redshirt senior guard Errin Hodges prepares to shoot a free-throw in NIU's exhibition game on Oct. 30. Hodges managed only three points in the Huskies 70-53 loss to Harvard on Nov. 14.

Huskies fall to Harvard on road

By DeOndre Saunders, Sports Reporter | November 14, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU women’s basketball team were defeated in their first road game of the season against the Harvard University Crimson 70-53. Crimson junior guard Maggie McCarthy led the team with 16 points, shooting 6-for-8 from the field and making...