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Freshman forward Jeff Shirkey carries the puck into the offensive zone on Nov. 17 against Alabama. The Huskies are gearing up to take on No. 11 ranked Purdue University Northwest this weekend. (Courtesy of NIU Hockey)

Hockey looks to tame Pride

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | November 30, 2023

DeKALB – A well-rested and confident NIU Hockey is back from Thanksgiving break and ready to finish the semester on a positive note.  The Huskies (1-16-2, 0-10 MCH) have a tall task ahead of them coming out of the break, with a home-and-home weekend...

Freshman forward Robbie Zimmerman battles for the puck in front of the net on Sept. 16. Zimmerman scored a hat-trick in Fridays game against Midland University. (Courtesy of NIU Hockey)

Depleted Huskies drop conference opener

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | October 7, 2023

FREMONT – Through a plethora of injuries, ineligible players and other forms of adversity, NIU hockey (0-5-2, 0-1 MCH) battled to the bitter end but came up just short in it’s conference-opening, high-scoring 7-6 defeat to the Midland University Warriors...

Freshman forward Robbie Zimmerman and junior forward Jay Kliment celebrate a goal during NIU hockeys game against Kent State University on Sept. 16. NIU lost the game by a final score of 4-3. (Beverly Buchinger | NIU hockey)

NIU hockey working to complete puzzle

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | September 27, 2023

DeKALB – A losing streak, power play issues and the search for team chemistry is on the minds of NIU hockey heading into its two-game road series this weekend.  The Huskies are in the midst of a season-opening four-game losing streak, including...

A calzone from D.P. Dough is ripped in two and has cheese pulling between halves. D.P. Dough, a new restaurant in DeKalb, had a soft opening on Tuesday. (Michael Mollsen | Northern Star)

D.P. Dough brings calzones to DeKalb

By Michael Mollsen, Written Managing Editor | September 26, 2023

DeKALB – Upon walking through the doors, an aroma of freshly baked dough, a strong whiff of garlic and a hint of melted butter drifted into the noses of patrons at a newly-opened restaurant, D.P. Dough. It’s not your usual Italian restaurant, and...

Then-senior forward Rodahn Evans celebrates with NIU hockey after scoring a goal against Drury University on Jan. 28. The Huskies won the game 4-0. (Photo courtesy NIU hockey)

Hockey preparing to usher in new standard

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | August 31, 2023

DeKALB – With scorching heat in the forecast daily, the frigid ice rink has been as alive as ever. After winning just four games in the 2022-2023 season, NIU hockey is gearing up to enter a new era for the 2023-2024 season.  PICTURE INTO FOCUS The...

Freshman defenseman Jim Franklin lines up for a face off during NIU hockeys inter squad scrimmage on Aug. 18. NIU hockeys first game is on Sept. 15 against Kent State University. (Photo courtesy of NIU hockey)

Hockey’s new Huskies aim for culture shift

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | August 28, 2023

DeKALB – There were no signs of NIU hockey’s disappointing four-win 2022-2023, with smiles all around Canlan Ice Sports during the team’s training camp from Aug. 14-18. Head coach Brad Stoffers had a busy summer of recruiting players to help...