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Head Coach John Brannen goes over a play during a timeout in the game against Milwaukee.

#NorseNotebook Why Friday’s game is more than just for first place

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 13, 2018

While the NKU men’s basketball team came up with two victories during homecoming week, those wins did not come easy. The Norse fell into Milwaukee’s hands Thursday night, playing half court basketball...

Grayson Rose (10) looks to shoot in the game against Detroit Mercy.

NKU extend win streak to three with win over Detroit Mercy

Mike Canizales, Reporter February 11, 2018

Freshman forward Jazmyne Geist scored a career-high 14 points to lead the Northern Kentucky University women’s basketball team to a 64-60 victory over Detroit Mercy on Saturday afternoon in BB&T...

Head coach John Brannen celebrates the Norse win with one of his daughters.

Gallery: Norse sweep homecoming week with victory over Green Bay

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 10, 2018

The NKU men's basketball team defeated Green Bay 86-80 in front of a sold out lower bowl in BB&T Arena. The Norse improve to 19-7 and are 12-2 in Horizon League play. Green Bay has now lost three...

Head Coach Camryn Whitaker talks to Grayson Rose (10) during a timeout in the game against Oakland.

Norse on two game win streak after defeating Oakland

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 9, 2018

The Northern Kentucky University women's basketball team defeated Oakland 66-59 Thursday evening in BB&T Arena. The Norse improve to 7-17 and 5-8 in the Horizon League while Oakland falls to 11-12...

Drew McDonald (34) looks for a teammate to pass to in the game against Milwaukee.

Norse escape with a victory over Milwaukee

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 9, 2018

Since NKU joined the Horizon League, Milwaukee has landed on the schedule during homecoming. Each time Milwaukee has played hard but failed to defeat the Norse. Tonight played out much the same...

Neon-clad students waxed (and flexed) nostalgic at an 80s Aerobics session.

’80s Aerobics, Nearly Naked Run give Homecoming a sweaty start

Pavel Klementyev, Reporter February 5, 2018

Founded in 1968, Northern Kentucky University is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Along with NKU staff, Activities Programming Board (APB) has organized a traditional homecoming week (Feb. 3-Feb....

Drew McDonald (34) shoots in the game against IUPUI.

McDonald named Horizon League Player of the Week

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 5, 2018

After two double digit performances over the weekend, McDonald was named Horizon League Player of the Week Monday afternoon. It is the second time this season a Norse player has been earned the honor this...

Kailey Coffey (23) looks for a teammate to pass to during the game against IUPUI.

Norse defeat Milwaukee to break three game losing streak

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 4, 2018

The NKU women's basketball defeated Milwaukee on the road 60-57 on Saturday. The Norse improve to 4-8 in the Horizon League and 6-17 overall while Milwaukee has a 17-7 record and are 8-4 in conference. Molly...

Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot in the game against Detroit.

Norse extend road win streak against Cleveland State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 4, 2018

The Northern Kentucky University men's basketball remains undefeated on the road in Horizon League play, defeating Cleveland State 78-61. The Norse are now 10-2 in conference play and are tied for first...

Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot in the game against Detroit.

Second half surge pushes Norse over Penguins

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 1, 2018

It wasn't pretty at times, but Northern Kentucky University's men's basketball team remained undefeated on the road Thursday night, defeating Youngstown State 95-85. The Norse are now 9-2 in Horizon...

As NKU turns 50, homecoming week will celebrate with events lined up throughout the week.

NKU turns 50: Your guide to Homecoming

Kevin Carey, Assistant Sports Editor February 1, 2018

NKU’s Homecoming is turning 50; starting on Feb. 2 and concluding on Feb. 10, the anniversary celebration will aim to bring students and alumni together. Aptly themed as “Back to the Future: Blast...

Jalen Tate (5) fights for a loose ball in the game against  Detroit.

GALLERY: Norse recover after Oakland loss; crush Detroit Mercy

Lilly Brown, Contributor January 29, 2018

Northern Kentucky men’s basketball team defeated Detroit Mercy 72-44 Sunday afternoon in BB&T Arena. The win pushes NKU’s record to 15-7 with a conference record of 8-2. They are currently...

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