Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images It can’t just be “one bad stretch” in a game if it ends up being the most consequential. With just over four minutes left in the first half on Sunday, Jase Richardson hit a step-back three-pointer to extend No. 16 Michigan State’s lead over Northwestern to 41-21. He then ran to the opposite end of the court and threw his hands up, … [Read more...] about How many more bad stretches can Northwestern afford?
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Three takeaways from Northwestern vs. Michigan State
David Banks-Imagn Images It was a rough first half against the Spartans. Northwestern’s NCAA Tournament hopes appear to be fading by the day. The ‘Cats took a tough home loss to Michigan State on Sunday, falling behind by 19 at halftime and failing to recover the rest of the way. In a 78-68 loss, there were some bright spots, but mistakes and poor shooting overshadowed … [Read more...] about Three takeaways from Northwestern vs. Michigan State
Swimming and diving: Northwestern defeats Southern Indiana, UChicago and Penn State in weekend slate
Northwestern Athletics It was a senior week sweep. This past weekend, Northwestern swimming and diving raced for the first time in 2025. First, the men’s and women’s teams swept Southern Indiana on Friday, and then defeated both Penn State and UChicago in a Saturday tri-meet. Both meets were a part of Senior Weekend. Jan. 10 vs. Southern Indiana The Wildcats swept every … [Read more...] about Swimming and diving: Northwestern defeats Southern Indiana, UChicago and Penn State in weekend slate
Wrestling: ’Cats break down in road trip losses to Purdue, Illinois
Northwestern opened its 2025 with a whimper this weekend, starting with a sour 31-13 loss at Purdue Friday before falling at No. 11 Illinois 33-7 Sunday. The Wildcats (2-3, 0-2 Big Ten) entered the weekend on a high after five wrestlers finished in the top eight of their respective weight classes at the Midlands Championships,... The post Wrestling: ’Cats break down in road … [Read more...] about Wrestling: ’Cats break down in road trip losses to Purdue, Illinois
Women’s Tennis: Pollard faces lineup dilemmas as dual season draws near
Northwestern women’s tennis Head Coach Claire Pollard left Friday’s exhibition match against Notre Dame with some thinking to do. “I honestly do not have a clue what to do in doubles yet,” Pollard said. The Wildcats won two of the four doubles matches they played on the day. The pairings of graduate student Britany Lau... The post Women’s Tennis: Pollard faces lineup dilemmas … [Read more...] about Women’s Tennis: Pollard faces lineup dilemmas as dual season draws near