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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

Keeyan Itejere defended the paint in a competitive game on Wednesday.

Men’s Basketball falls to Youngstown State

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor January 9, 2025

Men’s basketball took on Youngstown State who was without its leading scorer EJ Farmer, who averages 14.4 points per game.  The game tipped off with Randal Pettus II draining a three on the first...

Macey Blevins had a great game putting up a team-high 16 points and career best nine rebounds.

NKU Women’s basketball start their new year at home with a win over Robert Morris

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor January 9, 2025

The NKU women’s basketball team played its first home game of the new year on a snowy Wednesday evening, against Robert Morris University. As the snow fell outside, the fans started to pile into Truist...

Josh Dilling shined on Saturday with a season-high 24 points.

NKU wins in dominating fashion against struggling Green Bay

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor January 5, 2025

NKU hosted the Green Bay Phoenix on Saturday. Fans filled Truist Arena to cheer on the Norse, who came into this game on an impressive seven game home win streak. Green Bay, led by first-year head coach...

Trey Robinson had a game high 26 points to start off the new year.

Men’s basketball defeats PFW in overtime

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor January 1, 2025

Men’s basketball looked to bounce back after their triple overtime loss to Robert Morris as they took on Purdue Fort Wayne for their first matchup of 2025.  The game got off to a sloppy start, with...

NKU ended their five game winning streak with a tough triple-overtime loss.

Men’s basketball falls to Robert Morris in triple-overtime

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor December 30, 2024

Northern Kentucky took on Robert Morris as the Norse looked to extend their five-game winning streak.  The Norse came out ready to play to start the game as Sam Vinson got the game underway with a...

NKU had another close loss on Sunday.

NKU falls to 0-3 in conference play after overtime loss

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor December 30, 2024

NKU women’s basketball returned home Sunday after their time at the San Diego Classic to host the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, still looking for their first conference win of the season. Macey Blevins...

NKU extended their win streak to five in a very physical game on Saturday.

Christmas comes early: NKU extends win streak to five

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor December 21, 2024

Winter break is in full swing for most students at NKU, but the men’s basketball team had one final test before the holiday, as the Bulldogs of South Carolina State made their way to town on Saturday.  NKU...

Trey Robinson continued to make his case for Horizon League player of the year on Wednesday.

NKU men’s basketball move their hot streak to four with a win over Detroit Mercy

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor December 19, 2024

The NKU men’s basketball team had its Horizon League home opener on a wet Wednesday evening, which saw the Norse face off against the Detroit Mercy Titans. As fans rolled in for Military Appreciation...

Trey Robinson had himself a night scoring 25 points in the win over the University of the Cumberlands.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Co-Editor December 16, 2024

Previous week recap: Wednesday, Dec. 11 Men’s basketball beat the University of the Cumberlands 98-79. The Norse had six players score in double figures. Trey Robinson led the way with 25, while...

Jaci Jones was a bright spot for NKU on Sunday dropping a career high 16 points.

Women’s Basketball falls to 2-9 on the season

Michele Mcnulty, Assistant Sports Editor December 16, 2024

Northern Kentucky Women’s basketball team looked to break its six-game losing streak as the Norse took on Ball State.  The Cardinals hit the first shot of the night, NKU’s Kamora Morgan answered...

Josh Dilling halted every NSU run with clutch three pointers.

NKU continues hot streak in win against Norfolk State

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor December 16, 2024

NKU was looking for its third straight win as the Norse hosted the Norfolk State Spartans at Truist Arena on Sunday.  LJ Wells got the scoring started with a bucket for the Norse. That would quickly...

The Norse huddled during a break in the action.

NKU wins in dominant fashion over the University of the Cumberlands

Alex Perez, Sports Co-Editor December 12, 2024

NKU started a four-game homestand Wednesday as they welcomed the Patriots of the University of the Cumberlands.  Excitement filled the air as the pre-game festivities celebrated Trey Robinson and Sam...

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