NIU Baseball Makes History with Academic Excellence and Championship Triumph
A record-breaking season sees NIU baseball players lauded for scholarship and sport achievements, heralding a new era for the program.
Jun 9, 2026
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NIU Baseball Players Earn Academic All-District Honors Amid Historic Season
Northern Illinois University announced that five of its baseball players have been selected for the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team, highlighting a season that combined unprecedented athletic success with scholarly achievement.
Jun 2, 2026
Northern Illinois Stuns No. 1 Miami in 15-Inning MAC Championship Thriller
A 15-inning showdown at the 2026 MAC Baseball Championship saw Northern Illinois edge top-seeded Miami, with standout performances from Gavin Baldwin, Nolan Sandee and a dominant pitching effort by Carter Cox.
May 22, 2026