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Northern Star

Letter to the Editor: Hats off to football attendance

By John Gibbs | November 25, 2013

As a former Huskie football player and alumnus, I was thoroughly impressed with the robust attendance and enthusiasm of the NIU student body at the Ball State game.They braved the cold weather rather than watch in the warmth of their dorm or apartment....

Off weekend offers rest, relaxation for football

By Frank Gogola | September 5, 2013

After a seemingly improbable comeback victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes (0-1), the NIU Huskies (1-0) will be off this weekend, hoping to recover and improve.The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes 30-27 Saturday, scoring 10 unanswered points to complete the comeback...

Huskies have talents beyond Lynch

By Matt Hopkison | December 29, 2012

Junior quarterback Jordan Lynch has been the face of NIU football, the MAC conference and of every mid-major Heisman hopeful all season long. Lynch came into the season as a major question mark: Could he handle the position? Could he throw effectively...

NIU wants to start strong in bowl game

By Matt Hopkinson | December 29, 2012

NIU football is looking to make a statement early on in its Orange Bowl tilt with Florida State. As important as a good beginning is in any game, as players admitted, a fast start in a game of this magnitude is especially important. “We have to make...