The long winter hibernation for NIU's men's rugby program is slowly coming to an end.The Huskies are practicing four days a week at the Chick Evans Fieldhouse in preparation for their spring season. It will culminate in the programs first ever trip to...

The NIU rugby team started its 2011 season with a 76-5 victory on the road over Loyola Saturday. Huskie senior fly half Alex Binetti felt two aspects stood out for the victory over the weekend. "I'd definitely say our tackling was pretty good, not too...