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In a high‑octane contest, the Evanston Wildkits rallied from a first‑half deficit to defeat Lincoln‑Way East 38‑25, improving to 5‑1 and showcasing standout efforts from KyNia Hunt, Ava Bellis and a host of teammates.
A look at preseason forecasts, key player outlooks, and the demanding schedule facing Northwestern’s football program
Head coach Chris Collins announced staff changes that elevate John Martinez, bring Trevor Marcus from Duke, and appoint Chris Lauten as Chief of Staff, aiming to sharpen the Wildcats’ chemistry ahead of the upcoming season.
The Golden Flashes open their 2024 campaign in Illinois, showcasing a blend of veteran talent and fresh transfers while preparing for a road trip to Michigan.
Jerry Goldstick's lifelong devotion to the Chicago Cubs shaped his family's story, from wartime service to a 2016 World Series watch at age 92, and now continues through his grandson Michael Meagher's role with the club.
Six players, including senior wide receiver Griffin Wilde and graduate student quarterback Aidan Chiles, will lead Northwestern’s football team in its upcoming campaign, marking the second time the program has named six captains.
Elijah Eschmeyer, a walk‑on recruit with a strong high school record, is set to carry forward his father’s basketball lineage while contributing to Northwestern’s resurgence under Coach Chris Collins.
Evanston Township High School's varsity football team opened its 2026 season with a commanding 50-6 win over Chicago Phillips, showcasing a high-scoring offense and a stifling defense.
The Wildcats’ linebacking corps faces a major transition after losing all‑time tackle leader Mac Uihlein, but returning talent and graduate transfers promise continuity under coordinator Tim McGarigle
The Huskies open against Illinois State on August 12, face DePaul and Northern Iowa in the coming days, and enter their first year in the Horizon League, where they are projected to finish seventh behind a dominant Milwaukee program.
Sam Goellner, a 6‑3, 250‑lb defensive end from St. Louis, joined Purdue in 2025, redshirted his first season, and is being viewed as a long‑term project for the Boilermakers’ defensive front.