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Men’s soccer clinches spot in MAC tournament

By Brian Thomas | October 30, 2011

After dropping its first two MAC games, NIU men's soccer rallied to win its last three conference matches. The Huskies latest win came against Bowling Green Saturday night, 3-0. With the win against the Falcons, (7-6-3, 1-3-1 MAC) the Huskies (11-4-0,...

Men’s soccer to play Ohio, Bowling Green on the road

By Brian Thomas | October 27, 2011

With the postseason right around the corner, NIU men's soccer's last three matches of the season are important in determining whether it makes the MAC tournament or not."They're crucial for us," said Eric Luzzi, NIU head men's soccer coach. "Other than...

NIU defeats Florida Atlantic on senior day

By Brian Thomas | October 24, 2011

NIU men's soccer picked up a win Sunday as it took down MAC opponent Florida Atlantic 1-0. It was a big win for the Huskies (10-4-0, 2-2-0 MAC) as it was senior day as well. Brad Horton, Johnny Tyma, Kenny Kranz, Finn Jor, Tim King, Francis Otira and...

Haven’t been to a men’s soccer game? Here’s your last chance

By Brian Thomas | October 21, 2011

Winning tends to breed positive reactions.If a team is successful on the field, fans typically will plop themselves into the stands. So my question to all you NIU fans is simple: Where has been the support for the men's soccer team?The Huskies got off...

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,...

Bring on the Zips

By Brian Thomas | October 7, 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 5, 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 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...

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...