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Redshirt senior linebacker Lance Deveaux Jr. rushes Buffalo junior quarterback Matt Myers in NIU's game against Buffalo on Nov. 17. Deveaux finished with 11 tackles, including a tackle for a loss.

Seniors, redemption motivating NIU versus WMU

By James Krause | November 19, 2021

DeKALB — Even with a Mid-American Conference championship spot clinched, the Huskies have goals to reach in their regular season finale game against the Western Michigan University Broncos on Tuesday. With a victory over WMU, NIU can avenge each...

The volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point against Toledo on Oct. 22.

Huskies ready for MAC tournament

By Waleed Alamieh, Sports Reporter | November 19, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team clinched a spot in the Mid-American Conference championship tournament for the first time since 2018, using an impressive second half of the season to reach 10 conference wins and claim the sixth seed.  NIU had a...

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) and Draymond Green celebrate late in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Cleveland. The Warriors won 104-89.

Top NBA headlines for Nov. 19

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | November 19, 2021

After another exciting week of NBA basketball is here, and these are the top three headlines that the league has to offer.  The Golden State Warriors are the best team in the league, with stars missing The Golden State Warriors have the best record...

Redshirt senior running back Clint Ratkovich runs down the field during NIU's game on Sept. 11 at Huskie Stadium against Wyoming.

Ratkovich more than meets the eye

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | November 19, 2021

Calling redshirt senior Clint Ratkovich a running back doesn’t do him justice. Many have coined him as a “superback” who has made waves in his lone season starring in the offensive backfield for the Huskies. Ratkovich became the hero in Wednesday...

Senior center Adong Makoui (left) and junior guard Edward Manuel help up teammate and senior guard Anthony Crump during NIU's exhibition on Oct. 30.

Huskies shoot poorly versus Mizzou

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | November 18, 2021

DeKALB — Men’s basketball fell to the University of Missouri Tigers 54-37 in the first game of the Jacksonville Classic Thursday night.  The Huskies and the Tigers battled for the lead for the majority of the game, remaining within five points...

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...