Northern Star

Wrestling split two at Huskie Duals, drop first conference match

By James Krause | November 22, 2019

DeKALB — As part of the Huskie Duals, NIU suffered a loss Sunday in its first conference meet of the season to Rider University, 26-6, before picking up a win over Harper College, 46-6."That was a tough match [with] very hard fought battles," Head Coach...

The wrestling team wins its first duals in home opener against Bucknell

By James Krause | November 16, 2019

DeKALB — A pinfall victory by redshirt sophomore Brit Wilson Friday helped seal the wrestling team’s 24-10 victory over Bucknell University.Wilson put the win out of Bucknell’s reach with the only fall of the night, at 1:01 in the third round over...

Wrestling to face Bucknell before hosting Huskie Duals

By James Krause | November 14, 2019

Redshirt junior Caleb Gossett grapples Jan. 27 in a 21-18 loss to Ohio University.

Wilson and West post top performances at MSU open

By James Krause | November 4, 2019

Two Huskie wrestlers face off Oct. 24 during NIU's Red Black Dual at the Convocation Center.

Wrestling to host MAC Championships at the Convocation Center

By Marcel Carrasco | September 16, 2019

DeKALB — March 7 and March 8 are booked for the 2020 Mid-American Conference Championships at the Convocation Center. The MAC is now home to 15 wrestling programs, split into two divisions.“Hosting the MAC Championship this year will be special because...

Huskies fall to undefeated Missouri

By Marcel Carrasco | January 26, 2019

Wrestling dominates Southern Illinois

By Marcel Carrasco | January 14, 2019

DeKALB — The wrestling team cruised its way to a 28-6 win Sunday over in-state opponent Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.The win over the Cougars marked the first conference victory of the year for NIU, putting the team at 1-3 in Mid-American...

Wrestling falls to Illini

By Marcel Carrasco | December 10, 2018

DeKALB — The wrestling team dropped its second home loss of the season Friday against the University of Illinois 24-9.“The guys competed hard,” Head Coach Ryan Ludwig said. “They have a good mindset, and we are always looking for more.”NIU won...

Wrestling hosts Huskie Duals

By Marcel Carrasco | November 28, 2018

The wrestling team kicked off their home opener with two victories in the Huskie Duals before Thanksgiving break.The Huskies were quick to establish their presence when they faced in-state opponent Harper College in their first matchup, defeating the...

Wrestling falls in Fargo

By Marcel Carrasco | November 11, 2018

The No. 22-ranked North Dakota State University Bison proved too much for the Huskies in a 35-4 defeat Thursday at the Scheels Center in Fargo, North Dakota.“There were a lot of tightly contested bouts that were won in a crucial situation,” Huskies’...

Huskies impress at MSU Open

By Marcel Carrasco | November 7, 2018

The wrestling team grappled its way to a good showing Saturday afternoon at the MSU Open.“I was pleased,” Head Coach Ryan Ludwig said. “I thought we competed with a lot of fire and lot of vigor. We scrapped, and we hustled. I walked away with a...