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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

Mya Meredith (5) getting double-teamed in the corner. She had her first double-digit game of the year, going for 12 points on 5-9 shooting with a pair of threes.

NKU women’s basketball keeps it close with Louisville, but fades away late

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor November 10, 2025

Only being down three going into halftime, Northern Kentucky battled with Louisville. Even with the height difference, the Norse kept it even on the board and shot a stellar 50% throughout the first two...

Freshman Nate Ament (10) shooting and scoring the ball over Ethan Elliott (6). This three-pointer propelled The Vols forward, winning the game 95-56.

NKU men’s basketball loses its first-ever match-up against the Tennessee Volunteers

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor November 9, 2025

Late into the first half of Northern Kentucky University taking on number 18-ranked Tennessee, the Norse are bringing up the ball down 34-21. Ethan Elliott blows by Ja’Kobi Gillespie and hands the...

Abbey Wolterman and Mya Meredith fighting for the rebound against Marshall. The Norse got out-rebounded on the glass 40-36. Head Coach Jeff Hans said that is something they need to work on before their next game against Louisville.

NKU Women’s basketball struggles in season debut against the Thundering Herd

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor November 7, 2025

Two free throws made by NKU’s Abbey Wolterman cut the lead down to 10 with six minutes left in the fourth quarter. NKU was looking to make a push late, but Marshall kept putting their foot on the gas. After...

Newcomer Donovan Oday (8) going up for the though layup. He put on a show for the Norse, posting 15 points, six rebounds and five steals.

NKU Men’s basketball runs wild, going off for 126 points in home opener

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor November 4, 2025

With two minutes left in the game, the Norse are up big, the crowd is on its feet. Senior guard Mitchal Minor checks into the game. After a couple of plays up and down the court, the ball was swung...

NKU volleyball seniors Jaya Parker (9) (left), Lucy Cluxton (2) (middle) and Raelyn Sanders (14) (right) were all recognized for their college achievements before the game. They got the huge 3-0 win, moving their winning streak to nine.

Women’s volleyball ends their home schedule in a thriller, blowing past Green Bay

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor November 1, 2025

The crowd is jumping as the Norse are up 24-19 in the third set. Kendall Hopewell gets ready to serve. She gets into her routine, the whistle blows and she jumps up and hits the ball.  The ball goes...

Freshman Maddie Moody (30) finishing the contested layup. In her first game as a Norse, she posted a game-high 16 points and nine rebounds, while shooting 88% from the field.

From Practice to Performance: NKU women’s basketball shows out in exhibition win over Wilmington

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor October 31, 2025

On a cold Thursday evening, fans filled the arena wearing their Halloween costumes to watch the Northern Kentucky Norse kick off their season with an exhibition match against Division III Wilmington College. The...

Women’s soccer huddling up before the game against Youngstown State. The women wore pink for Breast Cancer Awareness and got the 3-2 victory.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor October 28, 2025

Previous week recap: Monday, Oct. 20 Men’s basketball played an exhibition match against Ashland, winning 83-72. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Men’s golf competed in the Xavier Invitational on Monday...

Caleb Frakes (12) playing a cross ball.

NKU Soccer: Men fall to Oakland, Women come back against Youngstown State

Jonah Moore and Julius Lucht October 27, 2025

Men’s Soccer:   The NKU Men's Soccer team wasn't just battling the cold on Saturday night, but also the well-organized defense of Oakland. The Golden Grizzlies struck early and held their...

NKU women's volleyball standing for the flag before the game. The women got a huge 3-0 win on Breast Cancer Awareness night.

NKU women’s volleyball sweeps Purdue Fort Wayne

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor October 25, 2025

Northern Kentucky earned their fifth consecutive win, with a sweep over Purdue Fort Wayne as they stay atop of the Horizon League standings.  The Norse dominated the Mastodons throughout the game,...

College athletes and athletic department staff can now legally bet on professional sport starting on November 1.

NCAA now allows college athletes to bet on professional sports

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor October 23, 2025

Editor's note: This story was published on October 23. On October 28, the NCAA delayed the implementation of its decision to allow athletes to bet on professional sports, moving the effective date from...

NKU men’s soccer players converging in an attempt to score a corner kick goal.

NKU men’s soccer suffers fourth 1-0 loss of season against Duquesne

Julius Lucht and Jonah Moore October 22, 2025

On an orange-skied Thursday night, the Norse battled Duquesne in a gritty, hard-fought contest. Both teams opened cautiously, trading turnovers and missed chances in a defense-heavy first half. NKU...

NKU Men's basketball faced off against Ashland getting a 83-72 win.

Men’s Basketball defeats Ashland in Exhibition

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor October 21, 2025

The Norse defeated Ashland University in an exhibition matchup 83-72. They hit the court for the first time this season in the CareSource Invitational. Giving fans an early look at the team before the...

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