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The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

NKU women’s basketball loses in an emotional senior day against Wright State.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 24, 2025

Previous week recap: Tuesday, Feb. 18 Men’s golf finishes 6/12 in the Desert Classic hosted by Eastern Kentucky. Luke Muller finished seventh individually at -5 for the tournament. Muller made...

Josh Dilling set a new season-high with 28 points. He also knocked down seven threes, which tied a season-best.

NKU men’s basketball heats up as they capture huge win over IU-Indy

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 23, 2025

NKU men’s basketball welcomed the IU-Indy Jaguars in a pivotal Horizon League battle on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Fans packed the arena for Senior Day. The band, cheer and dance teams recognized...

Jaci Jones (21) walks off the court after the Norse's 68-62 loss against Wright State.

NKU women’s basketball loses in emotional senior day against Wright State

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 22, 2025

NKU women’s basketball played their final home game on a cold but sunny Saturday afternoon against the rival Wright State Raiders. Fans packed the arena for senior day. NKU recognized seven seniors:...

Keeyan Itejere with a ferocious slam to spark the offense for the Norse.

Men’s basketball wins nailbiter on the road

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor February 22, 2025

The Norse traveled to the Nutter Center Friday for a quick road trip to take on the Wright State Raiders. A long two from Solomon Callaghan started the scoring to give WSU the first lead of the game....

Macey Blevins struggled offensively as she went 2-9 from the field and 0-2 from three, she ended the game with seven points.

NKU Women’s basketball falls to Purdue Fort Wayne in a battle at home

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 21, 2025

NKU women’s basketball played their first game of a two-game homestand on a cold Thursday night as they looked to knock off number two, Purdue Fort Wayne.  As it got colder outside, the fans rolled...

Kamora Morgan is adjusting to her new life in America very well.

From crossing borders to crossovers

Alex Perez and Jakob Staley February 19, 2025

The adjustment from high school to college is a tough transition. It comes with having to make new friends, learn new environments and find an intricate balance between being studious and having a social...

Kalissa Lacy came off the bench hot for the Norse draining five three-pointers finishing with 15 points in the win over Cleveland State.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 17, 2025

Previous week recap: Wednesday, Feb. 12 Women’s basketball beat Cleveland State 72-69. Kalissa Lacy drained five three-pointers off the bench.. She finished with 15 points and six assists. Mya...

Trey Robinson elevates for a block attempt. NKU had five blocks on the day.

NKU men’s basketball falls to Milwaukee

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor February 16, 2025

Men’s basketball traveled to Milwaukee for a rematch of their 79-59 loss in January. The Norse were perfect on offense for the first five minutes of play, with Trey Robinson, Sam Vinson, and Dan Gherezgher...

Josh Dilling had a game high 25 points on the night in front of much of his family in attendance.

Men’s basketball completes season sweep over Green Bay

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor February 15, 2025

NKU traveled to Green Bay as they looked to complete the season sweep over the Phoenix. The Norse won the tip-off and Sam Vinson put up a floater to get the Norse started on offense, followed by a jumper...

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson talks with an event attendee.

NKU golf tees off the season with Trey Hendrickson

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor February 14, 2025

NKU men’s and women’s golf teams kicked off the season with a fundraising event at Birdie Bound in Alexandria, Ky. The golf center, which opened in December, hosted the event with golf simulators...

NKU celebrates their first ever Horizon League Championship.

NKU baseball returns after a historic season

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor February 13, 2025

The Norse begin their season on Friday as they look to build off of their historic run last year.  The team compiled 35 wins last season as they went on to win the Horizon League championship and advanced...

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