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In its Big Ten home opener, Northwestern disappointed its fans with a 86-82 loss to Ohio State, falling to 0-2 in conference play after another dismal defensive showing.  “It is 100% our defense and finishing possessions,” coach Chris Collins said postgame. “We are not making teams go to their Plan B or Plan C. We... The post Rapid Recap: Ohio State 86, Northwestern 82 appeared … [Read more...] about Rapid Recap: Ohio State 86, Northwestern 82

MADISON, Wis. — When Northwestern hit the court against Wisconsin on Wednesday, it appeared sloppy, unphysical and timid.  As the opposition’s star guard, John Blackwell, poured in triples to open a 23-point halftime lead, the Wildcats (5-3, 0-1 Big Ten) offered little resistance. In fact, they didn’t force a single turnover all period, while the Badgers... The post Men’s … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: With trademark defensive identity absent, Northwestern thrashed by Wisconsin in first conference game

Northwestern welcomed 21 new faces from the Class of 2026 to its football program on National Signing Day Wednesday. It’s the Wildcats’ largest recruiting class since the Class of 2003. Coach David Braun said during a press conference Wednesday afternoon that the newest lineup of ’Cats is highlighted by the quality of football character. While... The post Football: Northwestern … [Read more...] about Football: Northwestern inks 21 players in Class of 2026

As Northwestern students head home for Thanksgiving, coach David Braun’s squad is preparing to take on rival Illinois in the battle for the Land of Lincoln Trophy.  The Wildcats (6-5, 4-4 Big Ten) are shifting focus from the win over Minnesota to clinch bowl eligibility to bringing The Hat back to Evanston after losing it... The post Football: Leadership and growth take center … [Read more...] about Football: Leadership and growth take center stage for Braun ahead of Illinois matchup

Northwestern had little to be thankful for in its Thanksgiving evening clash with Oklahoma State, falling 86-81 in a game that ended past midnight in a largely empty United Center. The Wildcats (5-2, 0-0 Big Ten) stuck with the Cowboys (7-0, 0-0 Big 12) from wire-to-wire but were ultimately undone by recurring rebounding troubles and... The post Rapid Recap: Oklahoma State 86, … [Read more...] about Rapid Recap: Oklahoma State 86, Northwestern 81