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Point/Counterpoint: German MAC honor

By Khobi Price | March 8, 2018

The Mid-American Conference announced Monday that Eugene German, men’s basketball sophomore guard, was named to the MAC all-second team.German was rightfully named to second teamKhobi Price | Sports WriterThe glaring flaw in German’s resume is that...

Wolowicz set to represent NIU

By Khobi Price | March 1, 2018

DeKALB — A member of the volleyball team is looking to represent NIU for the United States Women’s National Volleyball team.Junior middle blocker Meg Wolowicz will participate in the 2018 U.S. Women’s National Team Open Tryout Friday through Sunday...

Lawrence Nassar (center) was sentenced to up to 175 years in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault.

Huskies speak out on Michigan State scandal

By Khobi Price | February 26, 2018

Lawrence Nassar (center) was sentenced to up to 175 years in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault.

Huskies handle Broncos at home

By Khobi Price | February 19, 2018

DeKALB — A 7-0 run by the men’s basketball team in the closing seconds of the game propelled NIU to a 75-67 victory Saturday over the Western Michigan University Broncos in the Convocation Center.“I thought we closed out on the defensive end,”...

Defense key for season turnaround

By Khobi Price | February 15, 2018

The men’s basketball team’s defensive shortcomings have caused the Huskies (11-15, 4-9 Mid-American Conference) to be unsuccessful in MAC play this season.Strong defensive play has been a key part of the team’s identity since Head Coach Mark Montgomery...

Baller Breakdown: Noah McCarty

By Khobi Price | February 8, 2018

Name: Noah McCartyHometown: Rock Falls, IllinoisFavorite sports team: Chicago BullsInteresting fact: Size 17 shoeAthlete idol/role model: Damian Lillard“He’s a competitor,” McCarty said. “He doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves. I...

Softball to begin new season

By Khobi Price | February 8, 2018

DeKALB — The softball team will commence their 2018 season Friday after coming off their second consecutive 30-plus win season.“I’m pretty excited to get going,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe. “We’ve got the core group back, so we should...

Mirotic deal blessing for Bulls

By Khobi Price | February 5, 2018

The Chicago Bulls saved their season and brightened the outlook of the franchise Thursday by trading forward Nikola Mirotic.The trade was a great move for the Bulls. It allows them to get back on the path they set for themselves after they traded former...

Sophomore guard Justin Thomas shoots a 3-pointer in the Huskies’ 81-65 home loss Saturday to Miami University. Thomas finished with 14 points.

Huskies drop first MAC home game

By Khobi Price | February 4, 2018

Sophomore guard Justin Thomas shoots a 3-pointer in the Huskies’ 81-65 home loss Saturday to Miami University. Thomas finished with 14 points.