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Head Coach Ryan Ludwig (right) coaches from the sidelines in 2018.

What we learned from wrestling this season

By Rick Green | March 22, 2018

Head Coach Ryan Ludwig (right) coaches from the sidelines in the Huskies’ 34-3 home loss Jan. 28 against South Dakota State. NIU finished 3-10 this season. 

Softball suffering tough start

By Khobi Price | March 22, 2018

The softball team needs to make significant improvements as it turns its focus to the start of Mid-American Conference play.“The dimmest spot is definitely, obviously, our record,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe. “We started out a lot slower...

Chicago Bears great announces retirement

By Rick Green | March 16, 2018

Another Chicago Bear legend will not be forgotten. Legends like Walter Payton, Brian Urlacher, Gale Sayers and Dick Butkus are all cemented in Bears history forever, and there is one more name that will be added to this list.Matt Forte, former Chicago...

All around consistency key for Huskies

By Ryan Ostry | March 8, 2018

With Mid-American Conference games not starting until the end of March, small ball and pitching will play an integral role in the Huskies’ success to avoid finishing at the bottom of the Mid-American Conference again.The Huskies are off to a tough 4-7...

Point/Counterpoint: German MAC honor

By Khobi Price | March 8, 2018

The Mid-American Conference announced Monday that Eugene German, men’s basketball sophomore guard, was named to the MAC all-second team.German was rightfully named to second teamKhobi Price | Sports WriterThe glaring flaw in German’s resume is that...

Tutt becoming player to watch

By Jayce Eustice | March 5, 2018

Freshman distance runner Ashley Tutt is becoming someone to watch now and for many years to come.Tutt said she attributes a lot of her success this season to the confidence that has been instilled in her by her coaches and teammates.She performed well...

Men’s tennis enjoying solid start

By Zac Camacho | March 1, 2018

Excellent play from the two lone underclassmen on the team and incredible leadership from the seniors has been key for the men’s tennis team picking up on its success from the 2016-17 season.Since arriving in DeKalb nine years ago, Head Coach Patrick...

Blackhawks reach time for rebuild

By Roland Hacker | February 22, 2018

The Chicago Blackhawks are in serious danger of missing the postseason for the first time in 10 seasons.The decline of core players, overhaul of defense and an injury to the starting goaltender have put Chicago in a tough spot this year.“This is probably...

Defense key for season turnaround

By Khobi Price | February 15, 2018

The men’s basketball team’s defensive shortcomings have caused the Huskies (11-15, 4-9 Mid-American Conference) to be unsuccessful in MAC play this season.Strong defensive play has been a key part of the team’s identity since Head Coach Mark Montgomery...

Mirotic deal blessing for Bulls

By Khobi Price | February 5, 2018

The Chicago Bulls saved their season and brightened the outlook of the franchise Thursday by trading forward Nikola Mirotic.The trade was a great move for the Bulls. It allows them to get back on the path they set for themselves after they traded former...

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady talks with wide receivers Brandin Cooks and Danny Amendola before a game Dec. 3. The Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles are set to meet in 2018 Super Bowl 5:30 p.m. Sunday in Minneapolis. 

2018 Super Bowl Predictions

By Northern Star Sports Staff | February 2, 2018

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady talks with wide receivers Brandin Cooks and Danny Amendola before a game Dec. 3. The Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles are set to meet in 2018 Super Bowl 5:30 p.m. Sunday in Minneapolis.