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Men’s soccer notches first conference victory

By Brian Thomas | October 19, 2011

NIU men's soccer got back on track Wednesday afternoon after losing two matches in a row, with a 3-0 win against MAC opponent Western Michigan.This was a big win for the Huskies (9-4-0, 1-2-0 MAC) as it was their first MAC win of the season."It was crucial...

Men’s soccer travels to Evanston to battle Wildcats

By Brian Thomas | October 11, 2011

NIU men's soccer looks to get back to its winning ways tonight as it travels to Evanston for a non-conference battle against Northwestern.The Huskies (8-3-0, 0-2-0 MAC) are coming off a loss to Akron Saturday, where they were shutout for the first time,...

NIU men’s soccer falls to Akron 2-0

By Brian Thomas | October 9, 2011

NIU men's soccer suffered a loss on the road Saturday 2-0 at the hands of the defending National Champions and No. 3 ranked Akron. This was the first match of the season where the Huskies (8-3-0, 0-2-0 MAC) were shutout and did not score one goal. "In...

Bring on the Zips

By Brian Thomas | October 6, 2011

NIU men's soccer will face one of its most difficult tests of the year this Saturday.The Huskies will hit the road to take on No. 3-ranked Akron.The Zips will play in a potentially hostile environment and are also the defending National Champions."[There...

LeSeth nails the game-winner for NIU

By Brian Thomas | October 4, 2011

After sliding out of the NSCAA rankings, NIU men's soccer bounced back from its most recent loss to Buffalo to beat Marquette 1-0 on the road in double overtime.The Huskies (8-2-0) experienced their second double-overtime game in a row and their fourth...

Faceoff: Men’s soccer or volleyball?

By Brian Thomas and Mike Romor | October 3, 2011

Brian Thomas: Due to the strong starts from NIU men's soccer and volleyball, I feel like they are both more deserving of attention and support from fans than the football team. The football team had high expectations coming into the season and has not...

Men’s soccer falls to Buffalo in MAC opener

By Brian Thomas | October 2, 2011

No. 18 ranked NIU men's soccer dropped its MAC opener Saturday against Buffalo, 2-1 in double overtime. The Huskies (7-2-0) had numerous missed opportunities, as they outshot the Bulls (6-5-1) 19-6. "We had a ton of chances today, but when we didn't finish...

Men’s soccer to host Buffalo

By Brian Thomas | September 29, 2011

No. 18 ranked NIU men's soccer begins MAC play at home Saturday against Buffalo.The Huskies (7-1-0) know how important conference play is and look to perform well in the MAC."Getting off to a strong start is very important," said NIU junior goaltender...

Coaches corner: Eric Luzzi

By Brian Thomas | September 28, 2011

Many know Eric Luzzi as the NIU head men's soccer coach. But when Luzzi is not on the sidelines coaching the Huskies, one might wonder what else he does. Chances are good that you could find him in the kitchen cooking up some pasta. Luzzi discussed what...

Paul Hogan (6) fights for possession in a game earlier this
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Huskies going on the offensive

By Brian Thomas | September 27, 2011

DeKALB | NIU men's soccer has a much different look to it this year than in previous seasons.It isn't the appearance in its shoes or jerseys: It's the Huskies' style of play.The Huskies, known for their strong defensive play, shifted philosophy this year...

NIU men’s soccer defeats Drake 1-0

By Brian Thomas | September 25, 2011

No. 20 ranked NIU men's soccer won its second game in a row Saturday night, downing Drake in Des Moines 1-0. "Drake is a difficult team to play against," said Eric Luzzi, NIU head men's soccer coach. "They are a very physical team, and they made it hard...

Huskies to hit the road to play Drake

By Brian Thomas | September 22, 2011

No. 20 ranked NIU men's soccer split its pair of overtime games last weekend, giving them its first loss of the year."The loss stung a little bit, as it should," said NIU's head soccer coach Eric Luzzi. "But it is in the past. The team came out and gave...