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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

Randall Pettus II had a career night dropping 20 points as the Norse took down Bellarmine 86-70.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Assistant Sports Editor December 3, 2024

Previous week recap: Wednesday, Nov. 27 Men’s basketball lost to the College of Charleston 79-64. Sam Vinson led NKU in scoring, posting a season-high 21 points while adding six rebounds, three...

Jaci Jones drives to the basket for a contested score through traffic.

NKU basketball gives a show to fans in Saturday’s doubleheader

Alex Perez, Matthew Supinger, and Jakob Staley December 1, 2024

The Norse basketball teams welcomed fans to Truist Arena for a day full of post-Thanksgiving basketball, as NKU would show down in a doubleheader.  NKU women’s basketball vs EKU The women’s...

NKU fell short in a hard fought game on Wednesday.

Men’s basketball falls to Charleston in a 79-64 loss

Michele Mcnulty, Reporter November 28, 2024

NKU traveled to Charleston to face the Cougars for their first-ever matchup as the Cougars welcomed Chris Mack as their new head coach.  Trey Robinson got the offense started for the Norse, but the...

There isn't a shortage for talent in the sports broadcasting field in the local area, as some of the best in the business can be found nearby. (Graphic by Jessie Crawford)

Live and on the air: Behind the cameras with sports anchors

Matthew Supinger, Sports Co-Editor November 27, 2024

A near seven-foot offensive tackle, a speedy shortstop and a point guard with the ability to see everything walk into a room. This might sound like the start of a joke, but this is the day-to-day activity...

NKU played a competitive game against UC on Tuesday.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Assistant Sports Editor November 26, 2024

Previous week recap: Tuesday, Nov. 19 Men’s basketball lost to number 18 ranked University of Cincinnati 76-60. Sam Vinson scored 16 points and grabbed four rebounds. Vinson scored eight points...

The Norse “flexed” their defensive ability in the win over Kentucky State, forcing 26 turnovers and grabbing 20 steals.

NKU men’s basketball picks up first win of the season

Alex Perez and Matthew Supinger November 23, 2024

The Norse stepped back into Truist Arena on Saturday to welcome Kentucky State in a game that seemed like a possibility for NKU to get back on track and earn their first victory of the year. They also...

(From left to right) Moderator Wes Akers led questions for Jen Heringer, Betsy Ross, Sierra Newton, Jami Patton, and Teresa Turner on Wednesday.

‘Women in Sports Media’ comes to NKU for second year

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor November 21, 2024

The Griffin Hall Digitorium hosted the second annual ‘Women in Sports Media’ panel on Wednesday evening. The event was sponsored by the OINK Film Festival, Women in Film Cincinnati and Friday Football...

Norse fans brought their excitement and intensity to Truist Arena.

Men’s basketball drops to 0-4 after loss to 18th-ranked UC

Alex Perez and Matthew Supinger November 19, 2024

The University of Cincinnati Bearcats men’s basketball team made the trip across the river on Tuesday, for a rematch at Truist Arena attempting to avenge the 64-51 upset loss that happened almost two...

Women's volleyball played their last game at Regents Hall this season.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2024

Previous week recap: Thursday, Nov. 14 Men’s basketball lost to Nicholls 61-59 in the home opener. Trey Robinson led NKU in scoring with 19 including nine in a row. Robinson also grabbed seven...

NKU was able to force 17 turnovers on Sunday.

NKU women’s basketball loses heartbreaker to Toledo

Ben Miller, Reporter November 18, 2024

The NKU women’s basketball team came up short on Sunday, losing to the Toledo Rockets 76-73 after an impressive 14-point lead. The Norse now fall to 2-3 on the season.  In the first quarter, the...

Seniors Allie Siefke (left), Torie Houston (middle), and Joy Banks (right) were celebrated on senior day.

NKU women’s volleyball ends season in heartbreaking loss

Alex Perez and Matthew Supinger November 18, 2024

NKU women’s volleyball celebrated senior day on Saturday at Regents Hall. Seniors Torie Houston, Allie Siefke and Joy Banks were recognized for their historic careers at NKU.  The accolades for the...

Macey Blevins goes to the basket for two of her game-high 22 points Friday.

Women’s basketball gets first home win over Cedarville

Ben Miller, Reporter November 16, 2024

The NKU women’s basketball team was back at Truist Arena on Friday night as they took on the Cedarville Yellow Jackets, winning 81-67 and improving to 2-2 on the season after getting their first home...

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