NKU v WSU: Who will end on top?
Sierra Newton and Makenzie Hoeferlin
January 24, 2020
Wright State University (WSU) and Northern Kentucky University (NKU) hold the most intense rivalry in the Horizon League, starting in 2015 when NKU joined the league. NKU and WSU have fought back and forth for years, taking turns earning Horizon League titles and going to the NCAA championships. This intense, long-term rivalry began in July of 2015 when it was announced that NKU would be joining the Horizon League.
Column: Who will coach Norse MBB? Our picks to replace Brannen
Sam Rosenstiel and Sierra Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Sports Editor
April 16, 2019
On a clear blue Sunday, news broke that NKU men’s basketball coach John Brannen was leaving for the Cincinnati Bearcats. The veil in BB&T Arena was torn, and the mountains fell on themselves at the word that the leader of NKU’s Division I crusade was hopping across the river. (Editor’s Note: Ok, not really, but it did kind of feel that way.)
Fact check: Is NKU MBB Coach Brannen leaving for Alabama?
March 25, 2019
Why are we even asking this question? With being the second winningest coach in NKU history and taking two trips to the NCAA tournament as well as an NIT debut in the first three years of Division I eligibility, these types of talks come about.
March Madness: Expert takes, odds, French connections and more
Sam Rosenstiel and Sierra Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
It might be a longshot, but that would make an upset that much sweeter. The 14-seeded NKU Norse are taking the fight to Tulsa against 3-seed Texas Tech Red Raiders today at 1:30 p.m. in the school’s second March Madness appearance since entering Division I. But how likely are the Norse to win? We ...
March Madness: “Christmas for any fan”
Sierra Newton, Sports Editor
March 17, 2019
NKU men's basketball team will face third seeded Texas Tech in the first round of the NCAA Tournament Friday, March 22. NKU Athletics held a Selection Sunday announcement party for NKU students, alumni, and fans of the community.
Analysis: NKU must take early control to beat Wright State
Sierra Newton, Sports Editor
March 12, 2019
It all comes down to this. With an NCAA tournament bid at stake, the NKU Norse take on the Wright State Raiders Tuesday night at 7 p.m. for the title of the 2019 Horizon League Men’s Basketball Champions. “I think it’s great: the Co-Champions League playing each other for the regular season Champions Le...
Norse settle score against Oakland Grizzlies 64-63
Sierra Newton, Sports Editor
March 11, 2019
The Norse advance past the Oakland Grizzlies 64-63 Monday night in the Semifinals of the Horizon League Basketball Tournament. NKUs record moves to 25-8 overall and 14-5 in the league, while ending the Grizzlies season with 16-17 overall and 11-8 in the conference.
Norse fight to take down Detroit Mercy, advance in the tournament
Sierra Newton, Sports Editor
March 6, 2019
NKU men’s basketball team ended Detroit Mercy’s season at BB&T Arena 99-88, Thursday night in the Horizon League Quarterfinals. The Norse advance and will continue post season play. Their record moves to 24-8 on the season and 14-5 in the conference. Detroit Mercy ended with 11-20 overall and 13-6 in the league.
NKU loses home streak against Cleveland State
Lilly Brown, Reporter
February 24, 2019
NKU Men’s Basketball team’s home winning streak comes to an end against Cleveland State 77-83. Norse drop to second place in Horizon League Conference with a record of 11-5 and Cleveland is now 4-11 in conference play and remains in the tenth spot.
NKU takes down Youngstown State 76-69
Jasmine Smart, Reporter
February 22, 2019
NKU men’s basketball team defeated Youngstown State 76-69 during Thursday’s game. This brought the Norse to 21-7 overall and 11-4 in the Horizon League while the Penguins dropped 12-17 overall and 8-8 in the Horizon League.
Norse protect the home court from Oakland Grizzlies 79-64
Ty DeBonis, Reporter
February 10, 2019
The Northern Kentucky University Men’s basketball team tamed the Oakland Golden Grizzlies Saturday night at BB&T Arena by a score of 79-64. The victory moved the Norse to 20-6 overall and 10-3 in Horizon League play. It was also their 19th straight win at BB&T dating back to last season, and helped secure their 3rd straight 20 win season.
Norse knock down Detroit Mercy 97-65
Nick Porras, Contributor
February 7, 2019
NKU men’s basketball team found their rhythm against Detroit Mercy 97-65. NKU moves 9-3 in the Horizon League and 19-6 overall. The Titans moves 6-6 in the league and 10-14 overall.
