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Freshman defenseman Ethan Koval handles the puck in the defensive zone in NIU Hockey's game against Arizona State on Nov. 19. The Huskies fell to Purdue University Northwest by a final score of 6-1 on Saturday. (Courtesy of NIU Hockey)

Hockey falls to Purdue Northwest, drop 4th straight

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | December 3, 2023

WEST DUNDEE – Start the game strong, come out flat in the second period, take penalties, turn the puck over and collapse into a blowout loss.  That formula persisted for NIU Hockey (1-18-2, 0-10 MCH) on Saturday, as it fell to the No. 11 ranked...

Freshman defenseman Ethan Koval rushes the puck through the neutral zone in NIU Hockey's game on Oct. 13. The Huskies will face Alabama, Rhode Island and Arizona State in the ACHA Showcase this weekend. (Courtesy of NIU Hockey)

Hockey to participate in ACHA Showcase

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | November 16, 2023

DeKALB – A difficult challenge is on the horizon for NIU Hockey (0-14-2, 0-10 MCH), who are taking a break from conference play this weekend to participate in the ACHA Showcase event in Romeoville.  The Huskies will face three opponents within the...

Freshman defenseman Jim Franklin rushes the puck into the offensive zone during NIU hockey's game against Kent State University on Sept. 15. Franklin scored his first collegiate goal in the game. (Beverly Buchinger | NIU hockey)

Hockey seeks revenge in first road series

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | September 20, 2023

DeKALB – After a disappointing opening weekend series against Kent State University, NIU hockey (0-2) is gearing up to travel downstate for a road matchup with the University of Illinois (0-0).  The Huskies dropped their two-game set to Kent State...