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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.
Northern Illinois University’s men’s basketball team will kick off the new season in a 24‑hour marathon on November 2, facing Grambling State at 2 a.m. CT in Rock Hill, South Carolina, under new head coach Matt Majkrzak.
Jacey Brooks, a 2007 Buffalo State graduate and former NIU star, will be inducted into the Buffalo State Athletics Hall of Fame on September 26, honoring her record‑breaking career.
Single‑game tickets for all six North Dakota State home football games go on sale Saturday at 8 a.m. on the athletic department's website, kicking off a season that begins Aug. 29 against Jacksonville State.
Eastern Illinois University’s baseball program looks to sustain its winning momentum as eight new athletes join the squad for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.
Joe Novak, the winningest coach in Northern Illinois University history, passed away on July 28 at 81. His career spanned decades, delivering MAC titles, national attention and a lasting legacy for the Huskies.
South Dakota State University begins preseason camp with a championship mindset, led by Coach Dan Jackson and a roster brimming with competition and fresh talent.
Former Northern Illinois University coach Joe Novak passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy of growth and achievement for the Huskies program.
A revered figure in college football, Joe Novak passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy of defensive excellence and program-building successes.
Former Northern Illinois University head coach Joe Novak passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped Huskie football and inspired a generation.
Legendary Northern Illinois University coach Joe Novak, who guided the Huskies from 1996 to 2007, died this week at age 81. His legacy endures through celebrated wins and the lives he shaped.
After a devastating elbow injury, Connor McKay returns to the mound with a fastball that reaches 95 miles per hour, earning praise from scouts and a scholarship to Northern Illinois University.
The Northern Illinois University football team has revealed the start times for its last three home contests, including a Hall of Fame Weekend clash, while unveiling ticket pricing and MW+ broadcast details.
A look at the top 20 offensive linemen in the 2027 class, their rankings, commitments and the programs they will join.
Grace Hunter joins Old Dominion University's women's basketball staff to lead strength and conditioning initiatives, leveraging a distinguished playing career and recent coaching experience.
Left‑hander Max Vaisvila, a standout from Northern Illinois University, has signed a free‑agent contract with the New York Yankees after a season that saw him dominate the Mid‑American Conference and earn national recognition.
Northern Illinois University's football program has left the Mid-American Conference for the Mountain West, seeking new competition and TV revenue while navigating a historic legacy and a changing coaching landscape.
Missouri's defense will rely on a mix of experienced returnees and newcomers to fill the void left by last season's starting safeties.
The University of Texas at El Paso will join the Mountain West Conference in 2026, opening the season against Oklahoma on ESPN+. With quarterback EJ Colson, receiver Carver Cheeks and defensive end Sterling Miles leading the way, the Miners hope to turn recent struggles into a fresh start under head coach Scotty Walden.
After a 2025 season that saw the Wolf Pack rank near the bottom of FBS offenses, Nevada is banking on veteran coordinator Brett Bartolone, a competitive quarterback duel, and a challenging non‑conference slate to spark a resurgence.
The Northern Illinois University men's soccer team has released its 2026 schedule, marking the program's first season in the Horizon League with a blend of exhibition matches, conference showdowns and a final home game against the defending champions.
The University of North Texas announced the signing of Marcus Zelee, a highly rated guard from Austin, who chose the Mean Green over several Power Five programs.
The 2026 campaign features exhibition matches, a demanding road slate, and a series of conference contests, all while maintaining a policy of free entry for every home game.
Southern Miss is preparing for a transformative 2026 campaign, featuring a crowded quarterback battle, a new speed‑focused defense, and an underdog mindset that could reshape the program.