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Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter

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A graphic shows NIU footballs junior Huskie Devin Lafayette (3), redshirt junior wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph (85) and senior safety C.J. Brown (6). The mentioned Huskies have all announced their intentions to transfer following the 2023 season. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] 3 Huskies enter transfer portal ahead of bowl game

November 30, 2023
A graphic shows senior guard Jayden Marable dribbling the ball. Marable earned Huskie of the Week after scoring a combined 42 points in womens basketballs three wins this week. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Marable nabs Huskie of the Week after undefeated November Clasico

November 27, 2023
Then-redshirt sophomore Sidney McCrea shoots a free throw during womens basketballs game against DePaul on Nov. 12, 2022. The Huskies earned their third straight win on Saturday against Indiana State. (Northern Star File Photo)

Women’s basketball cruises past Indiana State

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 25, 2023
Then-redshirt sophomore guard Sidney McCrea (2) looks to pass the ball after gaining possession on Jan. 25 against Kent State. The Huskies defeated Radford University in their first game of the November Clasico. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Women’s basketball dominates first game of November Clasico

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 24, 2023
A basketball player jumps to make a shot behind the NBA 2K24 title. NBA 2K is one of many sport-related video games. (Courtesy of YouTube)

COLUMN: Ranking major sports video games

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 17, 2023
A graphic shows the logos of each Mid-American Conference school. Sports Reporter Skyler Kisellus jokingly discusses which MAC mascots he could defeat in hand-to-hand combat. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] COLUMN: Fighting every MACscot

November 16, 2023
Junior guard Jayden Marable (3) drives to the basket as Miami University senior guard Peyton Scott (24) defends during Jan. 23s Mid-American Conference matchup between the Huskies and RedHawks at the NIU Convocation Center. NIU womens basketball lost its first game of the 2023-2024 season to Arkansas State University 75-62. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Women’s basketball falls in first game of MAC-SBC Challenge

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 9, 2023
A graphic shows senior defensive tackle James Ester, junior running back Antario Brown, and junior safety Nate Valcarcel in action for NIU football. Sports Reporter Eddie Miller predicts these three players could make it to NFL rosters. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

COLUMN: 3 NIU football players have NFL-level talent

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2023
NIU womens basketball team huddled in a circle before the game on Feb. 18 against Ball State. (Alyssa Queen | Northern Star)

Women’s basketball prepped for 2023-2024 campaign

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
November 2, 2023
Graduate student golfer Zach Place watches his shot during practice. The NIU mens golf team finished its 2023 fall season with an 18th place finish at the Quail Valley Invitational. (Courtesy NIU Athletics)

Men’s golf finishes fall season with eighth place finish

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
October 16, 2023
Graduate student Zach Place takes a shot during NIU mens golfs practice. The Huskies are looking to break through early-season struggles and repeat as MAC champions. (Courtesy of NIU Athletics)

COLUMN: Men’s golf is on the rise

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
October 12, 2023
Graduate student Zach Place watches his shot during an NIU mens golf practice day. Place received MAC Golfer of the Week after his fourth place finish at the Purdue Fall Invitational. (Courtesy of NIU Athletics)

Place earns MAC Golfer of the Week after 4th place finish

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
October 12, 2023
Junior golfer Felix Krammer studies his shot at the Badger Invitational. Krammer was named MAC Co-Golfer of the Week after finishing tied for fourth place at the Badger Invitational on Tuesday. (Jessica Burda | Wisconsin Athletics)

Krammer earns MAC Co-Golfer of the Week honors

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
October 5, 2023
Then-sophomore Ben Sluzas watches hit shot at the MAC championship from April 30 to May 2. The Huskies won the MAC championship to advance to the NCAA Regional. (Taylor Strnad)

Krammer dazzles for men’s golf at Badger Invitational

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2023
Senior golfer Jasmine Ly earned her first career Huskie of the Week honor after tying the NIU record for lowest-scoring round in school history on Tuesday. Ly was also named MAC Golfer of the Week for her standout performance. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Ly’s record-tying performance earns Huskie of the Week honors

October 2, 2023
This week in Huskie sports graphic featuring NIU sports in action from the fall season. The Northern Star Sports Staff previews the week of Oct. 2 to Oct. 8 in this week in Huskie sports. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Volleyball’s win streak highlights this week in Huskie sports

October 1, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs the football while Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (22) attempts to tackle him on Sunday in Kansas City. Sports Reporter Eddie Miller details how the Bears can recover from a 0-3 start to the 2023 season. (Charlie Riedel | Associated Press)

COLUMN: Bears in need of answers amid horrid start

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 29, 2023
Graduate student outside hitter Katie Erdmann earned her first career honor after her performances against Bowling Green State University on Thursday and Friday. Erdmann recorded 17 kills in a 3-2 victory over the Falcons on Friday. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Erdmann collects Huskie of the Week after double double-doubles

September 25, 2023
This week in Huskie sports graphic featuring various NIU sports in action from the fall season. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women’s tennis, football highlight week in NIU sports

September 24, 2023
Then-sophomore Ben Sluzas shoots down range at the NCAA Regional in Salem, South Carolina on May 16. The Huskies won the MAC title, shooting an 896 (Mike Hasse | NIU Athletics)

Ben Sluzas named MAC Co-Golfer of the Week

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 23, 2023
Graduate student Zach Place studies his shot at the MAC Championship in May. Place tied for 10th place at the VCU Shootout on Tuesday. (Courtesy of Taylor Strnad)

Sluzas, Place lead Huskies at VCU shootout

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2023
Junior libero Crew Hoffmeiers marvelous start to her NIU volleyball career helped her earn Huskie of the Week honors. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Hoffmeier’s sparkling start secures Huskie of the Week honors

September 18, 2023
This week in Huskie sports graphic featuring various NIU sports in action from the fall season. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Football and volleyball headline week in Huskie sports

September 17, 2023
Eight NIU student-athletes at the Massachusetts State House on Labor Day Weekend. The Huskies visited Boston for an educational retreat on the history of racial inequality in the United States and its impact on American athletics. (Courtesy of NIU Athletics)

Student-athletes visit Boston for educational retreat

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 14, 2023
Then-senior Zach Place walks on the course at the NCAA Regional in May. The Huskies finished the event in ninth place. (Mike Hasse | NIU Athletics)

Sluzas leads Huskies at Gopher Invitational

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 12, 2023
Senior midfielder Eddie Knight recorded a hat-trick in mens soccers 7-2 win over Aurora University Monday. Knight is now tied for the team lead in goals. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Hat-trick performance earns Knight Huskie of the week

September 11, 2023
This week in Huskie sports graphic featuring various NIU sports in action from the fall season. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Football, golf headline this week in Huskie sports

September 10, 2023
Detroit Lions wide receiver Antoine Green runs to the endzone in a preseason game against the Carolina Panthers on Aug. 23. (Associated Press)

COLUMN: The Lions will upset the Chiefs in the 2023 NFL season opener

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 7, 2023
Then-sophomore Ben Sluzas shoots down range at the NCAA Regional in Salem, South Carolina on May 16. The Huskies won the MAC title, shooting an 896 (Mike Hasse | NIU Athletics)

Men’s golf set to build off MAC title

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
September 6, 2023
Junior outside hitter Nikolette Nedic has recorded 52 kills in her last three matches and leads the Huskies in total kills with 96. Her weekend performance helped her secure her first Huskie of the Week honor.

[Photo] Nedic’s prosperous weekend earns Huskie of the Week honors

September 4, 2023
Then-sophomore running back Antario Brown rushes down the left side of the field on a 35-yard touchdown run on Sept. 1, 2022 (Ivan Meza | Northern Star)

Healthier Huskies ready to battle Eagles

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
August 31, 2023
Mens head golf coach John Carlson (Left) talks through a shot with then-senior Tommy Dunsire during the first round of the 2021 Saint Marys Invitational at Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California. (Wes Sanderson | Northern Star)

NIU men’s golf wins MAC Championship

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
May 2, 2023
Freshman Ben Sluzas hits off on Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California. NIU competed in the Saint Marys Invitational from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, finishing in 17th place.

Sluzas wins second consecutive MAC Golfer of the Week honors

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 28, 2023
Tennessee offensive lineman Darnell Wright (58) plays against Ball State during an NCAA football game Sept. 1, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. The Chicago Bears selected Wright with the No. 10 overall pick in the NFL draft Thursday, April 27, 2023. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)

Grading Bears’ top 2023 draft pick

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2023
Freshman Ben Sluzas hits off on Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California. NIU competed in the Saint Marys Invitational from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, finishing in 17th place.

Sluzas leading Huskies into MAC Championship

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2023
Ben Sluzas finished in first place at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate, an accomplishment that helped him net April 24s Huskie of the Week honor. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Sluzas secures Huskie of the Week honors after first-place finish

April 24, 2023
Then-sophomore Jasmine Ly takes a swing during the NCAA Ann Arbor Regional on May 9-11, 2022. Ly finished 12-over-par at the University of Michigan Golf Course in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Corey Rush/EKU)

Ko, Ly help Huskies take second at MAC Championship

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 23, 2023
Huskie second baseman Sam Mallinder (18) and freshman outfielder Ally Rodriguez (1) scream and cheer as CMU redshirt senior catcher Samantha Mills (3) walks in to the dugout at the end of their game on April 1. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Huskies, Rockets split doubleheader

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 22, 2023
Freshman Ben Sluzas hits off on Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California. NIU competed in the Saint Marys Invitational from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, finishing in 17th place. (Wes Sanderson | Northern Star)

Ben Sluzas named MAC Golfer of the Week

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 22, 2023
NIU catcher Ellis Erickson (23) tosses the ball to the pitcher as CMU batters switch out. (Mingda Wu | Northern Star)

Huskies shutout out DePaul behind dominant pitching

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 20, 2023
Junior infielder Eric Erato earned Huskie of the Week after his clutch hitting during Fridays win over Western Michigan. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Clutch hitting earns Erato Huskie of the Week

April 17, 2023

Sluzas, Huskies shine at Hawkeye Invitational

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2023
Senior second baseman Sam Mallinder (18) rounds first base Saturday. Mallinder spoke to her experience in being recruited and playing at NIU, her goals for the team and her education. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Huskies split doubleheader with MAC leading Bobcats

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2023

Walt and Janice Owens to be honored at Ralph McKinzie Field

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 14, 2023

Huskies finish 12th at Mason Rudolph Championship

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 12, 2023
NIU freshman utility player Danielle Stewart (22) reaches for the ball as junior catcher Ellis Erickson (23) passes it to her at home plate during NIU Softballs home game against Central Michigan University March 31 at Mary M. Bell Field. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Huskies, Beacons split weekday doubleheader

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 11, 2023
Junior infielder Aaron Harpers walk-off single highlighted a four hit, three RBI weekend to earn his first Huskie of the Week honor. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Walk-off win earns Harper Huskie of the Week

April 10, 2023
NIU Athletics kicks off busy week of games and events, highlighted by baseballs home series against Western Michigan. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU spring sports kick off busy week

April 9, 2023
NIU junior infielder Caitlyn Shumaker (3) points to communicate with a coach before an inning on March 31. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Strong pitching performances propel Huskies in doubleheader sweep

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 8, 2023
Then-sophomore Jasmine Ly takes a swing during the NCAA Ann Arbor Regional on May 9-11, 2022. Ly finished 12-over-par at the University of Michigan Golf Course in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Corey Rush/EKU)

Ly snags second Golfer of the Week

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 6, 2023

COLUMN: Bears should draft Johnson Jr. or Carter at ninth

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
April 5, 2023
NIU baseball outfielder and catcher Colin Summerhill had seven RBIs including a grand slam which earned him this weeks Huskie of the Week. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Grand slam helps Summerhill earn first Huskie of the Week

April 3, 2023
This week in Huskie sports graphic featuring various NIU sports in action from the spring season. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Home baseball series headlines week of NIU sports

April 2, 2023
Freshman utility player Danielle Stewart snags NIU softballs first Huskie of the Week award of the season. Stewarts last three pitching performances propelled the Huskies to a four-game winning streak. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Danielle Stewart earns first career Huskie of the Week

March 27, 2023

Bruchhauser nabs Golfer of the Week after Missouri State Intercollegiate

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2023

Huskies sweep Miami, win fourth straight game

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2023
This Week in Huskie Sports is highlighted by baseball and softballs weekend series. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Baseball, softball highlight week of Huskie sports

March 26, 2023

Bruchhauser, Dunsire lead NIU at Missouri State Intercollegiate

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 21, 2023
Izzak Olejnik secures Huskie of the Week honor after a stellar performance at the 2023 NCAA Wrestling Championships. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

[Photo] Izzak Olejnik nets Huskie of the Week honor after eighth place performance

March 20, 2023

Softball opens conference play with doubleheader split

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2023

Dunsire, Huskies gearing up for spring season

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 19, 2023

Softball tops Bradley, Saint Louis to open Saint Louis tournament

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 11, 2023
Huskies senior guard Chelby Koker (10) advances the ball down court past Kent State junior guard Casey Santoro (0) during the matchup Wednesday. Koker racked up 21 points throughout the game at the NIU Convocation Center. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

3 Huskies bring home MAC honors

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2023
AJah Davis secures her second Huskie of the Week honor.

[Photo] Davis breaks record, earns second Huskie of the Week honor

March 6, 2023
NIU sports preps for a big week headlined by mens and womens basketball playing in the MAC Tournament. (Eddie Miller)

[Photo] NIU men’s, women’s basketball heads to MAC tournament

March 6, 2023
NIU graduate forward Emma Carter (24) looks for a pass during the Huskies’ home basketball game against Mid-American Conference rival Miami University at the NIU Convocation Center. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Women’s basketball falls to Kent State in season finale

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2023
Isaiah Adams (23) stands in front of David Coit (11) during the first half as he is approaching the net at the three point line. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

COLUMN: NIU will come up short in MAC tournament

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
March 2, 2023
Fifth year Kadeja Campbell secures track and fields second straight Huskie of the Week honor.

[Photo] Kadeja Campbell claims Huskie of the Week

February 27, 2023
Junior Emily Dato pitches during the Huskies first game against Bradley University softball in Sept. 2022. This game was a double header, and the teams fifth game of the fall season. (Marco Sotelo Avila | Northern Star)

Softball takes two of final three games at Liberty tournament

By Eddie Miller and Joseph Segreti
February 26, 2023
Senior guard Chelby Koker shooting a free throw in Saturdays upset victory over Ball State University. (Alyssa Queen)

Huskies upset Ball State, halt Cardinals’ winning streak

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
February 18, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy next to Terry Bradshaw, left, and Chiefs owner Clark Hunt after the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35. (AP Photo/Marcio J. Sanchez)

COLUMN: 2023 NFL Playoffs what if?

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
February 16, 2023
Then-junior forward AJah Davis plays one-on-one against Ball State freshman forward Marie Kiefer during a matchup on Jan. 5 at the Convocation Center in DeKalb. The Huskies left Muncie Saturday with a 77-72 victory, avenging their 83-82 overtime loss earlier in the season to the Cardinals. (Summer Fitzgerald | Northern Star)

Women’s basketball loses heartbreaker to Ohio

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2023
Junior forward AJah Davis shoots from the free throw line during a game on Jan. 15 against the University of Toledo Rockets. The Huskies fell 73-52 as Davis led all NIU scorers with 24 points. (Summer Fitzgerald/ Northern Star)

Huskies snap five-game losing streak

By DeOndre Saunders and Eddie Miller
February 5, 2023
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