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Senior forward Miguel Maynez Jr. takes the ball on the attack against Georiga State University during Sunday's MAC Championship game in DeKalb. Maynez scored the tying goal in the second-half of NIU 2-1 2OT victory against the Panthers.

Markanich lifts NIU to MAC Tournament Title

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 14, 2021

  DeKALB — Double overtime heroics by senior forward Nick Markanich led the NIU men’s soccer team to a 2-1 win over the Georgia State University Panthers to win the Mid-American Conference championship for the first time since 2011. "It...

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.

Volleyball clinches MAC playoff spot

By Waleed Alamieh, Sports Reporter | November 14, 2021

DeKALB — The volleyball team clinched the final spot in the Mid-American Conference tournament on the same day they celebrated this year's class of seniors. The Huskies defeated the University at Buffalo Bulls in straight sets Saturday, after honoring...

Then-redshirt senior Victoria Robinson runs at the Hawkeye Invitational in September 2021. The Huskies are set to begin their season Friday. (Photo courtesy NIU Athletics)

‘Shorthanded’ Huskies compete at regionals

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | November 14, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU cross country team wrapped up their season by competing in the NCAA Midwest Regional Friday, finishing 28th out of 32 teams.  Head coach Jaime Moreno spoke on the effort her team gave, even though they came into the final meet not...

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford throws a pass Maryland during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in College Park, Md. Penn State won 31-14.

Best college football matchups for Nov. 13

By Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter | November 13, 2021

With just under a month left in the 2021 college football season and the clock ticking on who will compete in the college football playoffs, there's plenty of great matchups between the top 25 teams this weekend that could determine which four teams are...

Sophomore guard Keshawn Williams shoots a free throw in NIU's exhibition game on Oct. 30.

Huskies turnovers turn Indiana win into blowout

By Davione Barrow, Sports Reporter | November 12, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU Huskies and the Indiana University Hoosiers went head-to-head Friday with the Hoosiers, defeating the Huskies 85-49. Hoosier junior forward Trayce Jackson-Davis finished the game with 19 points and seven blocks, acting as the defensive...

Freshman middle blocker Charli Atiemo sets to spike against Wisconsin on Sept. 18 at Victor E. Court.

Huskies get critical win versus Bulls

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | November 12, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team came away with a victory Friday against the University at Buffalo Bulls in five sets 25-21, 24-26, 25-22, 25-13, 15-11. Head coach Ray Gooden spoke of his team being able to pick up a huge win in such a hard fought...

Columbus Crew's Josh Williams, front right, kicks the ball over Chicago Fire's Carlos Teran during the second half of an MLS soccer match Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio.

Fire FC finish disappointing season

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | November 12, 2021

The Chicago Fire FC wrapped up their regular season with a 2-0 loss to the Columbus Crew Sunday. The matchup between the Eastern Conference rivals featured scores from Columbus midfielder Lucas Zelarayán and forward Miguel Berry, marking Chicago’s...

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid looks to shoot as Chicago Bulls' Nikola Vucevic (9) and Zach LaVine defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Chicago.

The over and underachievers of the NBA so far

By Davione Barrow, Sports Reporter | November 12, 2021

Some teams are raising eyebrows early in the NBA season, while other teams have underachieved thus far. A few teams that have been performing above expectation this season are the Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, and the Chicago Bulls. The...

Defensemen Adrian Lara (no. 5) tracks down the ball during a defensive stand during NIUs 5-2 victory over Bowling Green in the Mid-American Conference semi-final in Nov. 2021.

Soccer one win away from NCAA tournament berth

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 11, 2021

DeKALB — An offensive onslaught led by freshman forward Zachariah Thomas and senior forward Nick Markanich helped the men's soccer team to a commanding 5-2 semifinal victory over Bowling Green. “The focus this week was making sure we were composed...

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) talks to Referee Tony Corrente (99) during an NFL football game, Monday, November 8, 2021 in Pittsburgh.

Star staff reacts to NFL officiating

By Northern Star Staff | November 11, 2021

A taunting penalty called on Chicago Bears linebacker Cassius Marsh on Monday night in their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers is drawing the ire of not just Bears fans, but football fans and analysts. Here's some thoughts from the Northern Star sports...

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) walks off of the field prior to an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Cleveland.

Top 3 NFL headlines heading into week 10

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | November 11, 2021

Another interesting week of the NFL has passed with more headlines heading into Week 10 of the season here are the three biggest headlines for the NFL. Aaron Rodgers/Packers were not punished enough for breaking COVID Protocol rules One of the biggest...

Redshirt sophomore kicker John Richardson sets to launch the game-winning field goal in NIU's 30-29 victory over the Ball State Cardinals on Nov. 10, 2021, at Huskie Stadium.

COLUMN: NIU’s story told through Richardson celebration

By James Krause | November 11, 2021

When the field goal by redshirt sophomore kicker John Richardson sailed through the uprights to give NIU the 30-29 win over the Ball State University Cardinals, the Huskies dashed to the opposing sideline to take back the Bronze Stalk Trophy. “We...