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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The NIU Volleyball team lines up for an exhibition match against DePaul University on Aug. 22. Sports Reporter Claire Valenti shared her greatest takeaways from the Huskies’ non-conference matches.  (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star

VALENTI: It’s safe to be excited about NIU volleyball again

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | September 17, 2025

The past few NIU volleyball seasons haven’t been as exciting as this one has been so far, that’s what I’ve gathered, anyway.  After going 7-2 in non-conference play, the Huskies have the confidence and momentum needed to make their Mid-American...

A graphic depicts NIU volleyball sophomore middle blocker Emma McCartney (6) as this week’s Huskie of the Week. McCartney was named to the Hampton Inn Invitational All-Tournament team and led the Huskies in kills. (Edison Miller | Northern Star)

Huskie of the Week: McCartney dazzles during Indy tourney

By Northern Star Sports Staff | September 15, 2025

After being named to the Hampton Inn Invitational All-Tournament team Sunday, NIU volleyball sophomore outside hitter Emma McCartney has been named the Northern Star’s Huskie of the Week.  In every match at the tournament, which was hosted by Indiana...

NIU volleyball junior middle blocker Autumn Flynn (15) serves the ball during NIU’s exhibition match against DePaul University on Aug. 22. Flynn recorded the match-winning ace in the Huskies' 3-2 defeat of Indiana University Indianapolis on Saturday to round out competition at the Hampton Inn Invitational. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Huskies claim victory over Jaguars in five sets

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | September 14, 2025

NIU volleyball rounded out the Hampton Inn Invitational in Indianapolis Saturday against the Indiana University Indianapolis Jaguars.  The Huskies (7-2) attacked from all angles to get through the Jaguars’ blocks. IU Indy rallied back, taking the...

NIU volleyball redshirt junior setter Kylie Schulze (5) makes an assist on the ball during NIU’s exhibition match against DePaul University on Aug. 22. The Huskies split their matches on Friday, with Schulze leading the team in assists during both. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Huskies take down Bulldogs, fall to Knights at Hampton Inn Invitational

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | September 13, 2025

NIU volleyball continued its hot streak against non-conference teams at the Hampton Inn Invitational in Indianapolis.  The Huskies (6-2) battled the Gonzaga University Bulldogs (5-3) and the Bellarmine University Knights (4-4) on Friday and, with...

A graphic depicts NIU volleyball forward middle blocker Autumn Flynn (15) as this week’s Huskie of the Week. Flynn earned the honor after being named the MVP of the NIU Invitational. (Edison Miller | Northern Star)

Huskie of the Week: Flynn finalizes sweep, wins MVP

By Northern Star Sports Staff | September 8, 2025

After being named the MVP of the NIU Invitational, NIU volleyball junior middle blocker Autumn Flynn has been named the Northern Star’s Huskie of the Week.  In the NIU-hosted tournament where the Huskies faced Merrimack College, Indiana State University...

The NIU Volleyball team cheers after being awarded a point during an exhibition match against DePaul University on Aug. 22. The Huskies were undefeated at the NIU Invitational, with their third win coming in a 3-0 sweep of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars on Saturday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Volleyball bests SIUE, leaves NIU Invitational undefeated

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Editor | September 7, 2025

DeKALB — Finishing the weekend sweeping the NIU Invitational, NIU women’s volleyball (5-1) rounded out the tournament Saturday with a 3-0 win over the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars (2-4).  “Just an exciting win,” said...

NIU volleyball sophomore outside hitter Ava Grevengoed (3) receives the ball from a DePaul University player during an exhibition match on Aug. 22. Grevengoed contributed 25 kills and 23 digs while helping lead the Huskies to wins against Merrimack College and Indiana State University on Friday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Huskies sweep Merrimack, win battle with Indiana State at NIU Invitational

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Editor | September 6, 2025

DeKALB — Winning the first two matches of the NIU Invitational with a 3-0 sweep of Merrimack College (1-2) and 3-2, five-match win over the Indiana State University Sycamores (1-4), NIU women’s volleyball improved to 4-1 on the season.  Gaining...

A graphic shows NIU student-athletes from various sports with arrows indicating highs and lows. Sports Editor Kalin Schaefer discusses the high and low moments for NIU Athletics in August. (Edison Miller | Northern Star)

SCHAEFER: High and lows of NIU Athletics in August

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Editor | September 2, 2025

With the first month of the 2025 season in the books, NIU’s fall sports are well underway. While most of NIU’s teams performed well to start their seasons, some had higher highs than others.  Here are two high points, and two low points, from...

NIU volleyball sophomore outside hitter Ava Grevengoed (3) bumps the ball after it was hit by a DePaul University player during an exhibition match on Aug. 22. Grevengoed was named the tournament MVP after recording three straight double-doubles. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Volleyball snags pair of wins at Stetson Hatters Invitational

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | August 31, 2025

NIU volleyball hit the road this weekend to open its season at the Stetson Hatters Invitational at Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. The Huskies (2-1) took on the Hatters (1-2), the Lamar University Cardinals (1-2) and the University of Southern...

The NIU Volleyball team ends their pregame huddle with the Huskie hand sign on Aug. 22 before their exhibition match against DePaul University. The Huskies start the regular season on Friday with matches against Lamar University and Stetson University in the Stetson Hatters Invitational. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Volleyball on the hunt for renaissance in 2025 season

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | August 26, 2025

The 2025 season is on the horizon, and the NIU women’s volleyball team is starting to transform. After two straight seasons with a losing record, head volleyball coach Sondra D’Amore has a vision that just might materialize this year. With more pieces...

The NIU volleyball team huddles together between points during a match last fall. NIU volleyball released its 2025 schedule on June 9. (Marco Alvarez  | Northern Star)

Volleyball releases 2025 schedule

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter | July 6, 2025

NIU volleyball revealed its 2025 schedule on June 9, outlining 27 matches with 12 in Huskie country this fall. "I am very excited to get the 2025 season underway," said NIU volleyball head coach Sondra D’Amore in the NIU press release. "We have a...

The NIU volleyball team huddles at its bench on Nov. 8 at Victor E. Court. Despite strong individual player performances, the Huskies finished 2024 with their lowest win total in program history. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

BENNETT: Huskie volleyball fangless in 2024 campaign

By James Bennett, Sports Reporter | November 19, 2024

There’s no way around it, NIU volleyball’s 2024 season was beyond disappointing. The Huskies posted an all-time worst 4-24 record, including going 2-16 in the Mid-American Conference and losing 12 of their last 13 games.  OFFENSIVE DEFICIENCY A...

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