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Sophomore forward Tyra King (5) pushes towards the goal on Sunday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women's soccer lost 1-0 to Western Michigan University on Thursday, ending the Huskies' 2024 season without an appearance in the Mid-American Conference Tournament. (Northern Star File Photo)

Women’s soccer narrowly misses out on MAC Tournament

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | October 31, 2024

NIU women’s soccer (9-5-5, 3-4-4 MAC) was defeated on the road 1-0 against the Western Michigan University Broncos (11-1-6, 8-0-3 MAC). “Really proud of the group,” said NIU women’s soccer head coach Michael O’Neill. “We attacked the game...

Graduate student midfielder Abby Zipse (15) jumps in celebration after scoring a goal from her corner kick with four minutes remaining on Sunday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women's soccer tied 1-1 against the University of Toledo Rockets for the Huskies' final home game of the season. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Women’s soccer ties Toledo in final home match

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Reporter | October 27, 2024

NIU women’s soccer (9-4-5, 3-3-4 MAC) scored a late goal to tie with the University of Toledo Rockets (6-7-4, 3-4-3 MAC), leaving the Huskies tied for fifth place in Mid-American Conference standings with one match remaining.  “I’m proud...

Junior forward Kelsi McLaughlin dribbles the ball while being chased by an Eastern Michigan University defender on Friday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women's soccer defeated Ball State University 3-1 on Thursday, moving into fifth place in the conference standings with a 3-3-3 record. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

Women’s soccer improves tournament chances with win over Ball State

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | October 24, 2024

NIU women's soccer (9-4-4, 3-3-3 MAC) defeated the Ball State University Cardinals (7-7-2, 2-5-2 MAC) on the road 3-1. “I thought we had all the factors in the game. I thought we were pinnacle in the final third, and thought we defended greatly,...

Sophomore forward Tyra King (5) dribbles around an Eastern Michigan University defender on Friday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women's soccer defeated EMU 2-1 for its second conference win of the season. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

Huskies ground Eagles for 2nd MAC win

By Andy Inboden, Sports Reporter | October 18, 2024

NIU women's soccer (8-4-4, 2-3-3 MAC) clinched a crucial 2-1 victory against Eastern Michigan University (5-6-4, 1-3-4) in a thrilling Mid-American Conference matchup. The match began with Eastern Michigan seizing an early advantage as redshirt sophomore...

Graduate student goalkeeper Ary Purifoy eyes the field shortly after a goalie kick against the Kent State University Golden Flashes on Thursday. Purifoy recorded 2 saves in the 2-1 victory over the Golden Flashes. (Ro Hong | Northern Star)

COLUMN: The downfall of NIU women’s soccer

By Edison Miller, Assistant Sports Editor | October 15, 2024

After beginning the season as one of NIU’s most impressive teams, the Mid-American Conference has humbled NIU women’s soccer (7-4-4, 1-3-3 MAC) to say the least.  Through the first eight games of this season, the Huskies held an impressive record...

NIU freshman forward Alyssa Stephenson (12) attempts a shot that gets blocked by Central Michigan University junior defender Gabriella Sapia (20). The Huskies are currently 0-3-3 in the MAC after tying with the University of Akron 2-2 on Sunday. (Northern Star File Photo)

Huskies fail to record conference win after tying with Akron

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Reporter | October 13, 2024

NIU women’s soccer (7-4-4, 1-3-3 MAC) earned its third draw in conference play with a 2-2 tie against the University of Akron Zips (5-5-4, 0-5-2 MAC), after holding the lead for a majority of the second half. “Obviously upset and frustrated with...

Junior forward Sophia White winds up for a goal kick on Thursday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex in DeKalb. With the 2-1 win against Kent State University, the Huskies snapped a three game losing streak. (Ro Hong | Northern Star)

Huskies pick up first conference win, snap 3-game losing streak

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | October 11, 2024

NIU women's soccer (7-4-3, 1-3-2 MAC) defeated the Kent State University Golden Flashes (5-5-2, 2-3-1 MAC) at home 2-1.  This is the Huskies first win since Sept. 15 when they defeated Valparaiso University 2-1. “First thought in my head...

Junior forward Kelsi McLaughlin (4) pushes forward towards the goal on Sept. 26 as a defender from Central Michigan University pursues her. NIU women's soccer lost 2-1 to Bowling Green State University for its third-straight loss. (Northern Star File Photo)

Women’s soccer drops 3rd-straight

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | October 5, 2024

NIU women's soccer (6-4-3, 0-3-2 MAC) was defeated on the road 2-1 against the Bowling Green State University Falcons (6-3-2, 3-1-1 MAC). “With the result, you know, we obviously worked all week to try and get back to winning ways. So, a difficult...

Junior defender Aubrey Robertson dribbles the ball toward midfield. Robertson had 1 shot in the Huskies' 0-2 defeat against Central Michigan University on Thursday. (Northern Star File Photo)

NIU women’s soccer falls on the road against Buffalo

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | September 29, 2024

NIU women’s soccer (6-3-3, 0-2-2 MAC) was defeated on the road 3-0 against the University at Buffalo Bulls (8-1-2, 3-1 MAC). “I thought the game was very even, they had their moments capitalized,” said NIU women’s soccer head coach Michael...

Sophomore midfielder Sarah Roy (32) beats Central Michigan University graduate midfielder Claudia Muessig to the ball. NIU women's soccer lost 2-0 to the Chippewas, failing to score a goal for the second-straight game. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Huskies fall to CMU in pursuit of first conference win

By Eddie Miller, Assistant Sports Editor | September 26, 2024

DeKALB – NIU women’s soccer (6-2-3, 0-1-2 MAC) fell to the Central Michigan University Chippewas (4-4-2, 2-0-1 MAC) by a score of 2-0.  With the loss, the Huskies haven't scored a goal since Sept. 19 against Miami University.  “I thought...

Graduate student goalkeeper Ary Purifoy (00) gears up for a goalie kick on Sunday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women’s soccer tied with Ohio University 0-0, marking the Huskies' second tie in a row. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

Huskies, Bobcats remain scoreless in tie

By Eddie Miller, Assistant Sports Editor | September 22, 2024

DeKALB – NIU women’s soccer (6-1-3, 0-0-2) faced off against the Ohio University Bobcats (5-1-3, 0-0-2), resulting in a 0-0 tie. Despite not scoring, the Huskies recorded 7 shots, all of which were on goal.  The Bobcats produced 5 shots, 3 on...

Freshman midfielder Lauren Mrugala (21) looks to pass the ball to senior defender Lea Gruennagel (11) on Sunday at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU women's soccer tied with Miami University with a score of 1-1 in its first conference game of the season. (Northern Star File Photo)

Women’s soccer ties Miami in MAC opener

By Eric Avila, Sports Reporter | September 19, 2024

NIU women’s soccer opened conference play with a 1-1 draw on the road against the Miami University Redhawks. “It's a very difficult place to come here, you know, I don't think many teams have come here and won games,” said NIU women’s soccer...