There are numerous adjectives that could describe Northwestern’s visit to Memorial Stadium in Nebraska. Disappointing is probably the first that comes to mind for many, sobering might be the word of choice for some. Realistically, the best descriptor is probably frustrating. It feels like this script has played out on numerous occasions already this season. […]
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A decent amount of bye weeks and a larger amount of expected results means that there is not much in terms of major moves in this week’s iteration of the power rankings, and that ought to be expected the later we get into the season. Most teams have played eight games now, and there’s a […]
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For the third season in a row, Northwestern field hockey has outright possession of the Big Ten title! A 3-1 win over No. 14 Michigan got it there, while a dominant 7-0 showing against Ohio State was the cherry on top. Let’s talk all about it. Winning the Big Ten used to be monumental for […]
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After missing the Big Ten Tournament in 2023 and 2024, Northwestern (8-3-7, 4-2-5 Big Ten) has earned its way back to the conference’s big stage. The ‘Cats secured a No. 7 seed following Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Wisconsin and will face No. 10 USC (7-6-3, 4-5-2 Big Ten) on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. CT in […]
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Around a year ago, Inside NU’s Eliav Brooks-Rubin released an excellent article making the case that Tre Singleton’s commitment to Northwestern men’s basketball would be a “harbinger of more to come” for the program. One year and 14 days later, it’s easy to see how that reality continues to take shape. Wildcat head coach Chris […]
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Amidst all the online craziness that was the fad of the popular reality TV show “Love Island” this summer (it still feels like a fever dream to me), there was one phrase I never seemed to forget: “early days.” Still finding their footing, everyone in the show would constantly bring up how it was still […]
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For once, not much craziness happened in the Big Ten this week. Four teams were on bye, and the rest of the games (apart from two) weren’t that close. There were two known rivalry games though! Here’s what happened around the Big Ten in Week 9: Bye Weeks: Maryland (4-3, 1-3 B1G), No. 1 Ohio […]
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Northwestern volleyball (13-9, 3-7 B1G) lost both of its games this weekend to ranked opponents. The ‘Cats travelled to face the top-ranked team in the country, the Nebraska Cornhuskers (20-0, 10-0 B1G) on Friday night, then faced the 23rd-ranked Indiana Hoosiers (16-4, 7-3 B1G) midday Sunday. Northwestern lost both matches 3-0, marking its third straight-set […]
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With a ton of elbow grease and a bit of good fortune, the ‘Huskers have snapped the ‘Cats four-game win streak. Unlike Northwestern’s first two losses to Tulane and No. 6 Oregon, last Saturday against Nebraska showed the true grit and determination of David Braun’s squad. After a kick return touchdown to open the second […]
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Kennedy Roesch saved Northwestern’s season finale from ending in disappointment, heading home the equalizer in the 79th minute to earn the ‘Cats a 1-1 draw against No. 20 Wisconsin on Sunday at Martin Stadium. The sophomore forward’s timely goal capped a resilient second-half performance from Northwestern (8-3-7, 4-2-5 Big Ten), which will now head to […]
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Northwestern’s men’s and women’s swim and dive teams got in the bus and went on the road, taking stops in South Bend to face Notre Dame last Friday, and Ann Arbor to face Michigan and UCLA (though, UCLA only has a women’s team, so the men’s team just swam against Michigan). Across the weekend, Northwestern […]
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All in all, it was a highly productive weekend for Northwestern field hockey. The ‘Cats managed to exorcise their demons on Friday, taking down No. 13 Michigan 3-1 and successfully avenging their lone loss of 2024, a 1-0 defeat at the hands of the Wolverines in the Big Ten title game. Then, NU hammered No. […]
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Although it might not count as an official game, Northwestern hoops is officially back as college crossover season begins. The ‘Cats head to Ames, Iowa to face off against No. 16 Iowa State. Here’s how you can keep up to date with today’s matchup. Broadcast Information Location: Hilton Coliseum (Ames, Iowa) Game Time: 12:00 p.m. […]
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It was late heartbreak for the Wildcats on Friday, as an 87th minute penalty from Mitar Mitrovic gave No. 13 Michigan a 2-1 come-from-behind victory. The win leaves Northwestern in a tie for last place in the Big Ten standings. The ’Cats sit on only five points after seven games. Meanwhile, Michigan’s victory propels it […]
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Let’s go back to third-and-12, with 9:18 left in the fourth quarter. Northwestern is on Nebraska’s 36-yard line, with all the momentum on its side after coming back down 21-6 to tie the game. Mac Uhlein intercepted Cornhusker quarterback Dylan Raiola on the previous drive, and the ‘Cats had a chance to take the lead […]
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Northwestern might not have put a mark in the win column this afternoon, but there was no doubt that the ‘Cats — cue the band — at least tried to fight for victory. Head coach David Braun and the Wildcats walked into Nebraska’s Memorial Stadium looking for an upset victory, and despite going down multiple […]
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Northwestern traveled to Lincoln, Nebraska on Saturday morning in hopes of clinching bowl eligibility for the first time since 2023. However, the Cornhuskers put away the ‘Cats’ hopes (at least until two weeks later) 28-21. After the loss, what worked for Northwestern, and what needed to change? Stock Up Aidan Hubbard This acknowledgement extends to […]
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In its final tune-up before dual meets begin, Northwestern fencing hosted the Remenyik Regional Open Circuit (ROC) from Oct. 18 to 19 at Ryan Fieldhouse. In a competition field that included five visiting universities on the women’s side, the home team shined as nine different Wildcats earned top-three finishes. Northwestern’s weekend began with the Division […]
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Northwestern football is one game away from a bowl appearance. Can it keep its win streak alive with a win at Memorial Stadium? Broadcast Information Location: Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, Nebraska) Game Time: 11:00 AM CT TV: FS1 Radio: WGN Radio 720 AM Streaming: Big Ten Plus Odds Nebraska -7.5, O/U 44.5 (via OddsShark) Northwestern Injury […]
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Next up in our women’s basketball player previews series is forward Grace Sullivan, who was a key player for Northwestern last season after transferring from Bucknell. Who is she? Senior forward, 6-foot-4, from Antioch, Illinois. 2024-25 Stats 27 games played, 15 games started, 23.1 minutes per game, 10.1 points per game, 3.8 rebounds per game, […]
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Write down your name and your prediction for the game next to it. Below that, write a few sentences about why you chose that score and winner! Miguel Muñoz: Nebraska 20, Northwestern 14 I really want to go with Northwestern here, I do. But playing on the road in an environment like Nebraska will be […]
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So here we are. Northwestern is 5–2 heading into late October, which is already miles ahead of where most people thought this team would be, and has already put it ahead of its projected four-win mark. Shoutout whichever coach handed the ‘Cats a vote in the AP Coaches Poll by the way! But with a […]
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Who is he? Senior; forward; 6-foot-7; from Glenview, Illinois. 2024-25 Stats 33 games, 33 starts, 37.6 minutes per game, 20.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.7 steals, 47.1% FG, 33.3% 3PT, 72.8% FT 2024-25 Review Martinelli started the season as one of the strongest players on Northwestern’s squad. He ended up finishing as arguably the […]
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Big Ten Power Rankings week eight!! With all teams in action except for Illinois (bye week), it was a fun, fun week in the B1G. The top-five teams and bottom four teams of the power rankings are unchanged, but in the middle, from teams six through 14 there was lots of chaos. Minnesota upset Nebraska […]
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With both the men’s and women’s teams squarely in the thick of their respective fall seasons, the ITA Regionals represented an opportunity to show each of their individual and team growth as they each look to compete nationally. Northwestern men’s and women’s tennis both participated in the ITA Midwest Regionals. While the men made a […]
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