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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

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...

Mya Meredith and NKU celebrate the statement win over CSU.

NKU Women’s basketball takes down Cleveland State in comeback victory

Jonah Moore, Sports Reporter February 13, 2025

NKU welcomed the Cleveland State Vikings on Wednesday night in a big-time Horizon League matchup. The Vikings currently sit in third place in the Horizon League while the Lady Norse sit tied for fourth...

Dan Gherezgher Jr scored a season-high 26 points shooting 10-14 from the field and 5-7 from three against Cleveland State.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor February 11, 2025

Previous week recap: Wednesday, Feb. 5 Men’s basketball beat Cleveland State at home 85-75. Dan Gherezgher Jr. had a great night scoring a season-high 26 points on 10-14 shooting. Sam Vinson had...

Trey Robinson going up for an alley-oop. He had 19 points.

NKU men’s basketball loses another close game to Robert Morris

Jonah Moore, Sports Reporter February 9, 2025

NKU men’s basketball hosted the Robert Morris Colonials on Saturday looking for a series split after a close overtime loss earlier in the season. The seats filled quickly with family and friends as a...

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