Volleyball’s Malia Gabel spends most of her time cheering for her teammates in games, but last weekend the freshman defensive specialist was the one being cheered by teammates, family and friends.Saturday’s match against Eastern Michigan was a homecoming...

Volleyball continued to win when it matters most, this time downing two divisional foes to bring its win streak to five matches.In a Friday showcase against Central Michigan, NIU (17-11, 9-5 MAC) dominated in a three-setter. The Huskies overpowered the...

Following three dominant home performances, volleyball will head to Michigan this weekend for a pair of road matches against two teams at the bottom of the MAC West standings.NIU’s (15-11, 7-5 MAC) divisional battles begin 6:30 p.m. Friday against Central...

It didn’t take long for middle blockers Sarah Angelos and Jenna Radtke to mesh this season, and it’s been beneficial for all of volleyball.Angelos, a senior, entered this season with an unfamiliar mentoring role. After All-MAC middle blocker Mary...

With just more than two weeks until the MAC tournament, volleyball has all but clinched a trip to Geneva, Ohio.While they still have four conference matches remaining, the Huskies (15-11, 7-5 MAC) need just one win and a Central Michigan loss to guarantee...

Opening Thursday night against Western Michigan, the Huskies knew they had to win to gain ground in the race to the MAC Tournament.NIU (15-11, 7-5 MAC) did just that by beating WMU (14-11, 7-5) at its own game. The win was NIU’s second of the year over...

While her size seems to be a hindrance for her position, freshman outside hitter T’ara Austin’s speed and athleticism makes her the most athletic player on volleyball’s roster.Judging by her build, the 5-foot-8 freshman out of Joliet Central High...

While her size seems to be a hindrance for her position, freshman outside hitter T’ara Austin’s speed and athleticism makes her the most athletic player on volleyball’s roster.Judging by her build, the 5-foot-8 freshman out of Joliet Central High...

Volleyball’s Emily Paschke has made the most of her opportunities on the court this season.The junior middle blocker and right side hitter has shown excellent blocking abilities throughout her three years at NIU. Last season, Paschke played well off...

Volleyball started the weekend slow but finished strong to split its two contests.Ohio continued its excellent season by taking down NIU despite limited front row play from injured outside hitter Kelly Lamberti. Ohio (18-4, 8-2 MAC) won three straight...

In the middle of a tight race in the MAC West, volleyball is set to host two cross-divisional opponents over the weekend.NIU (12-10, 4-4) will start its weekend 7 p.m. Friday against Ohio. The Bobcats (16-4, 6-2) have been one of the best teams in the...