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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)

Huskies secure top 10 at Redbird

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

DeKALB — NIU cross country had their second meet of the season at Illinois State Redbird Invitational on Friday, finishing in 10th place out of the 13 teams at the invite. Redshirt sophomore Katelyn Robbins led the way for the Huskies Friday evening,...

The volleyball team huddles during the first set of their matchup on Sept. 18 against Wisconsin.

Huskies swept by second-ranked Wisconsin

By Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter | September 19, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team was unable to match the energy and play of the second ranked University of Wisconsin Badgers, losing in straight sets 3-0.  The Huskies were able to keep up with the Badgers, putting in a good effort from the jump....

Senior forward Nick Markanich celebrates after a goal in NIU's game Aug. 26 against Purdue-Fort Wayne. Nick had two goals in NIU's 5-1 win over Eastern Illinois on Tuesday.

Nick Markanich notches hat trick in NIU win

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | September 19, 2021

DeKALB — Senior forward Nick Markanich shined with a hat trick as the hot Huskies romp the Western Illinois University Leathernecks 6-0.  "It was a great feeling," Nick Markanich said in an NIU Athletics news release about his hat trick. "I always...

Michigan running back Hassan Haskins (25) dives into the end zone for a five-yard touchdown run against Northern Illinois in the first half of a NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021.

Michigan run game stomps Huskies

By James Krause | September 18, 2021

ANN ARBOR — The 25th ranked University of Michigan Wolverines were too much for NIU, running roughshod over the Huskies 63-10 Saturday at Michigan Stadium. The Wolverines combined for eight rushing touchdowns on the day, scoring on all but two drives....

Senior goalkeeper Julia Lentz executes a goal kick during women's soccer practice on Aug. 17.

Huskies dominated by Jackrabbits

By Davione Barrow, Sports Reporter | September 18, 2021

DeKALB — The South Dakota Jackrabbits defeated the Huskies in a 2-0 victory on Friday with the Huskies allowing twenty one shots and six corners. Early in the contest, the Jackrabbits were able to share the ball and create for others, which led to...

NIU Volleyball head coach Ray Gooden watches on during NIU's game against Western Illinois on Aug. 27 at Victor E. Court. The Huskies sit at 2-2 heading into a home matchup with EIU on Saturday.

Green Bay ends Huskies’ win streak

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | September 17, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team lost a competitive back-and-forth match against Green Bay 3-1 at home Thursday evening. NIU seemed to have control throughout the first set, holding a lead of 21-19 near the ending of the match, but they could not...

The scholarship was open to any NIU student who considers themself a gamer, not just varsity athletes like most esports scholarships.

Cardinals beat Huskies in Rocket League

By Jordan Radloff | September 16, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU eSports Rocket League team had a night of action in two Esports Collegiate Conference best of five matches with five-minute games Wednesday. The Huskies lost both matches, falling to the Ball State University Cardinals and the University...

The Oklahoma Sooner Schooner makes it way across the field after an Oklahoma touchdown against Tulane during a NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Norman, Okla.

Best upcoming college football matchups

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | September 16, 2021

Football is finally all the way back! The NFL season kicked off this past week and now week three of the College football season is about to get underway. Although there may not be a ton of flashy matchups to hoot and holler about, five games stand out...

Tennis opens season in River Forest

Tennis opens season in River Forest

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | September 16, 2021

DeKALB—Men’s tennis opened its fall season winning five flights on the weekend at the River Forest Collegiate Tennis Invitational at River Forest Tennis Club and Oak Park Tennis Center. Junior Oliver Valentinson, sophomore’s Mikael Vollbach,...

The scene pre-game on the United Center court.

Bulls could contend for NBA title

By Davione Barrow, Sports Reporter | September 16, 2021

DeKALB – The last time the Chicago Bulls won an NBA championship was in 1998. Since then, a lot has changed within the league, but as of today, in 2021, the chances of a title in Chicago doesn’t seem like something out of the ordinary.  In the...

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 3 at Michigan w/ Rocky Lombardi)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 3 at Michigan w/ Rocky Lombardi)

By Northern Star Staff | September 15, 2021

After trailing by as many as 26 points, NIU had a potential program-record comeback denied in the last two minutes by the Wyoming Cowboys in a 50-43 loss. Thomas Hammock's team once again showed toughness and heart that won over fans at Huskie Stadium's...

Redshirt senior libero Miranda Karlen digs in a practice on Aug. 24 at Victor E. Court. The Huskies will play three games over two days to open their regular season schedule.

Volleyball to host unbeaten Badgers

By Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter | September 15, 2021

DeKALB — The NIU women's volleyball team has a highly anticipated matchup this Saturday when they host the University of Wisconsin Badgers; the second ranked team in the country.  The game is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday at Victor E. Court. NIU...