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Men's soccer defends a cross Sept. 13 in a match against Marquette University in an eventual 3-1 loss by NIU.

Men’s soccer to travel to Chicago for UIC bout, face St. Mary’s on Saturday at home

By Quentin Wilson | September 30, 2019

DeKALB —  After grinding out two overtime victories, the men’s soccer team has a chance to extend its winning streak.This week, the Huskies will face two of their toughest opponents with matches 7 p.m. Tuesday at the University of Illinois – Chicago...

Markanich’s overtime goal pushes Huskies past Western Illinois

By Marcel Carrasco | September 30, 2019

DeKALB — Another overtime victory is in the books for the men’s soccer team, extending its streak to four consecutive victories. The Huskies won 2-1 Saturday against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks in Macomb.Both teams posted 14 shots,...

Banuelos’ overtime winner hands NIU its third consecutive victory

By Marcel Carrasco | September 24, 2019

DeKALB — For a second the action froze and the lights lit up Tuesday for Enrique Banuelos, Huskie redshirt first-year forward, when he scored on a free kick to give the Huskies a 1-0 overtime win at home against the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.Milwaukee...

Junior midfielder Alex Welch positions himself for a pass as an opponent provides pressure Sept. 15 against Bradley University in a 2-1 home win.

Huskies surge to first road victory with three goals

By Quentin Wilson | September 21, 2019

Junior midfielder Alex Welch positions himself for a pass as an opponent provides pressure Sept. 15 against Bradley University in a 2-1 home win.

First-year defender Adrian Lara moves the ball downfield Sunday at home against Bradley University.

Men’s soccer notches its first win of the season

By Quentin Wilson | September 16, 2019

First-year defender Adrian Lara moves the ball downfield Sunday at home against Bradley University.

Men’s soccer concedes three after scoring first in loss to Marquette

Men’s soccer concedes three after scoring first in loss to Marquette

By Marcel Carrasco | September 13, 2019

Sophomore forward Nick Markanich (center) and sophomore defender Anthony Markanich (right) pressure an opponent during a 3-1 loss Friday to Marquette University at Valley Fields in Milwaukee.

Men’s soccer ties its season home opener

By Marcel Carrasco | September 8, 2019

DeKALB — An overtime period was not enough to declare a winner during the men’s soccer match Friday.The Huskies opened their homestead with a 1-1 draw against University of Wisconsin – Green Bay.Green Bay was first on the score sheet with a goal...

Men's soccer poised to make jump in Swan's third year at the helm

Men’s soccer poised to make jump in Swan’s third year at the helm

By Marcel Carrasco | August 26, 2019

Defender Anthony Markanich controls the ball with space against Drake University Oct. 16, 2018 at NIU Soccer Complex.

Attending Huskie sporting events important for programs’ success

By Maddie Barrett | August 26, 2019

DeKALB — The fans' support, the food and the entertainment are all key reasons to attend games.Attending games gives you the opportunity to meet people, eat snacks, tailgate and cheer on our Huskies.We have competitive athletic programs at NIU. Our...

Soccer moves ahead with youthful talent

By Roland Hacker | November 14, 2018

The men’s soccer team ended their season in disappointing fashion, getting knocked out of the Mid-American Conference tournament in the first round November 6 by the Western Michigan University Broncos.The Huskies finished with an 8-9-1 record, a significant...