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Men’s basketball set to face RedHawks

By Brian Thomas | February 7, 2012

Coming off its sixth-consecutive loss, NIU men's basketball is looking to get back on track tonight at home against MAC opponent Miami (Ohio). In order for the Huskies (2-19, 1-7 MAC) to give themselves a chance they will need to come out strong. "As...

Scoring needs to come in other areas for Huskies

By Brian Thomas | February 6, 2012

Someone needs to step up and score some points for NIU men's basketball. The Huskies are in desperate need of another scorer, as they've had low-point production all season. NIU averages just 55 points per game, which is only better than Eastern Michigan,...

Men’s basketball to face Ohio

By Brian Thomas | January 31, 2012

After losing four straight MAC games, NIU men's basketball will test its luck Wednesday at home against Ohio.The Huskies (2-17, 1-6 MAC) most recent loss was at home against Buffalo, 74-59, while the Bobcats (17-4, 5-2 MAC) are coming off four straight...

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Men’s basketball falls against Buffalo

By Brian Thomas | January 29, 2012

NIU men's basketball came up short against Buffalo and fell 74-59.With the loss, the Huskies (2-17, 1-6 MAC) dropped their fourth straight game in MAC play.NIU got off to a quick start and led the Bulls 7-2 on a three point field goal by Aksel Bolin.Buffalo...

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Kent State annihilates NIU

By Brian Thomas | January 25, 2012

Another conventionally, poor start for NIU men's basketball's led to its demise at Kent State as it fell 90-56.This is the second game this season in which the Huskies (2-16, 1-5 MAC) allowed a team to score 90 points.Kent State (13-6, 3-3 MAC) dominated...

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Men’s basketball to take on Toledo

By Brian Thomas | January 17, 2012

After earning its first MAC victory over Central Michigan Saturday, NIU men's basketball travels to Ohio to take on another MAC opponent, Toledo. With their first MAC win, the Huskies (2-13, 1-2 MAC) gained some confidence and look to continue this level...

Meghan Connell, Northern Star File Photo- NIUs Antone Christian
pushes off Eastern Illinois L.C. Doss to make a play in a game
earlier this season.

Huskies fall to Brocos Saturday

By Brian Thomas | November 27, 2011

Still looking for its first win of the season, NIU men's basketball journeyed west to Idaho to take on Boise State Saturday. To the Huskies' (0-5) dismay, they fell to the Broncos 71-57, dropping their fifth game in a row.Boise State red shirt junior...

Men’s soccer defeated by Creighton in NCAA tournament

By Brian Thomas | November 20, 2011

The run in the NCAA tournament came to a close Sunday for NIU men's soccer. The Huskies (15-6-0) were defeated at No. 2 seed Creighton 3-0 in the second round. "Obviously, it's hard, you don't want your season to come to an end," said NIU men's soccer...

Men’s soccer hosts opening round NCAA tournament against Leathernecks

By Brian Thomas | November 16, 2011

Today will mark only the second time in school history that NIU men's soccer will host an opening round NCAA tournament game at the NIU soccer complex. The Huskies (14-5-0) are looking to defend their home field, which they were 4-1 on during regular...

Huskies to host Western Illinois in NCAA Tourney

By Brian Thomas | November 16, 2011

Gathered at Fatty's Pub & Grille Monday, NIU men's soccer watched the NCAA tournament selection show with anticipation as to who it would draw as its first round opponent.To their excitement, the Huskies (14-5-0) drew Western Illinois in the first...

Late run not enough for NIU

By Brian Thomas | November 15, 2011

A halfcourt buzzer-beater would not be in the cards for NIU men's basketball last night at the end of regulation. The Huskies (0-2) dropped their season opener as well as Mark Montgomery's coaching debut to Milwaukee, 59-57 at the Convocation Center.With...

Aksel Bolin reaches to make a basket while Purdue’s defense tries to tip the ball out of his hand in a 2011 game. As of July 8, Bolin had 12 points in two games for Norway in the World University Games and will look to lead the Huskies during his senior season in 2013-14.

Men’s basketball struggles, falls against Purdue

By Brian Thomas | November 13, 2011

There was not one empty seat in Mackey Arena as NIU men's basketball took on Purdue for the season opener.It was an ugly result for the Huskies (0-1) as they fell to the Boilermakers (1-0), 96-34.The 62-point win was the largest margin of victory for...