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Div. II hockey drops wo at SIU-E

By James Cantagallo | December 8, 2013

The Div. II hockey team had a rough weekend at Southern Illinois University — Edwardsville.The Huskies (10-10-2) fell 8-3 Friday and 10-0 Saturday. NIU struggled without its starting goaltender, Alex Hare, and leading point scorer, Justin Rucinski.“Tough...

Weems brings leadership to hockey program

By James Cantagallo | December 4, 2013

JC Weems, president of the hockey club and captain of the Div. III team, puts everything he has into improving the program.Weems does not take his role as president lightly as he works to keep improving the program.“I work hard for the boys and girls...

Hockey heads outdoors

By James Cantagallo | December 2, 2013

In the second time in four seasons, the Div. II hockey team will take to the ice outdoors.The Huskies will take on DePaul University in the Winter Frost Face-Off. The game will take place at 4 p.m. Feb. 8 at the MB Financial Park in Rosemont.“I think...

Racquetball club finds success in first year

By James Cantagallo | December 1, 2013

In its first year and without funding, the racquetball club is making a name for itself.The racquetball club began during the spring semester. The club allows students to improve their skills and compete in tournaments against other schools.“We have...

Hockey sides split games in local action

By James Cantagallo | November 24, 2013

The Div. II and Div. III hockey teams both won a game over the weekend.The Div. II team split its weekend series against the University of Iowa (5-8-1) at home.The Huskies (10-8-2) fell 4-3 in overtime Friday night, but bounced back to beat the Hawkeyes...

Div. II hockey to face Hawkeye, Div. III takes on Wheaton

By James Cantagallo | November 20, 2013

The hockey teams will look to rebound after a rough weekend at the RMU Showcases.The Div. II hockey team will have its final home series of the fall semester this weekend against the University of Iowa (4-7-1).The Huskies (9-8-1) will face off against...

Healthy Rucinski ready lead Div. II hockey’s attack

By James Cantagallo | November 19, 2013

Justin Rucisnki has hockey in his blood, and as a junior he is a vital player for the Div. II hockey team.The player’s father, Mike Rucinski, was inducted into the Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame in February and played three games for the Chicago Blackhawks...

Club sports stuggle over weekend

By James Cantagallo | November 18, 2013

The hockey teams didn’t fare well at Robert Morris while the ultimate Frisbee club hosted a tournament of its own.Men’s hockeyThe Div. II hockey team had a rough weekend at the Robert Morris University Showcase, going 1-2.The Huskies (9-8-1) started...

Hockey takes on RMU; Frisbee to hold tournament

By James Cantagallo | November 13, 2013

Both hockey teams will hit the road and hope to perform well while the ultimate Frisbee team will host a tournament at home.HockeyThe Div. II hockey team will play in the Robert Morris University Showcase this weekend.The Huskies (8-6-1) will play three...

Div. II hockey ends weekend over .500

By James Cantagallo | November 10, 2013

The Div. II hockey team had a long, successful weekend, but the shorthanded Div. III team lost both of its games.The Div. II team won two of its three games this weekend. The Huskies (8-6-1) beat California State-Fullerton 8-4 Thursday night, and NIU...

Hockey teams take on busy weekend

By James Cantagallo | November 6, 2013

The Div. II and Div. III hockey teams will return to action this weekend after a bye week.The Div. II team will have an unusual three-game schedule this weekend.The Huskies will play California State University - Fullerton at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Fox...

Men’s rugby season all about chemistry

By James Cantagallo | November 6, 2013

The men’s rugby team finished its fall season with a disappointing 2-4-1 record.The Huskies knew it would be a rebuilding year after losing many seniors from the 2012 squad, which went 7-1 and finished ranked in the top 10. This year’s team had its...