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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 Men's Soccer forward Caleb Eastham heads the ball towards the goal in the first half of NKU's home opener game vs UK. NKU tied University of Kentucky 0-0 Sunday, August 18, 2014 at NKU's Soccer Complex.

Mens soccer team draws against UK, shatters attendance record

Carrie Crotzer, Sports Editor August 18, 2014

NKU's men’s soccer team started their pre-season with an exhibition game against the University of Kentucky on Sunday, Aug. 17 that resulted in a 0-0 draw. NKU came out strong, holding much control...

NKU Men's Soccer senior Brendan Murphy dribbles the ball towards the goal in NKU's Senior Night 2-1 win over Jacksonville Saturday night. The Norse played Jacksonville at home on Saturday, October 26, 2013, winning 2-1.

Norse escape Jacksonville comeback, beat Dolphins 2-1

Clayton Castle, Contributing Writer October 28, 2013

The NKU men’s soccer team ended senior night on a high note on Saturday evening, defeating the Jacksonville Dolphins 2-1 at the NKU Soccer Stadium. Before the game, the seniors were honored by the NKU...

Inside look at fall sports’ practices and routines

Brad Bishop, Staff writer October 3, 2013

As the fall sports season has descended on NKU, the student athletes who represent the Norse are practicing week by week to prepare for their respective games and matches. This fall, the soccer, volleyball,...

Soccer teams strive to make impact in A-Sun Conference

Soccer teams strive to make impact in A-Sun Conference

Brad Bishop, Contributing writer September 29, 2013

This season, NKU’s men’s and women’s soccer programs will be the marquee sport during the fall, and are looking to make an impact in the Atlantic Sun Conference and in Division I soccer as well....

Men’s soccer coach announces 2013 spring schedule

Claire Higgins, Editor-in-chief March 4, 2013

NKU men’s 2013 spring soccer season is not far away. Head coach John Basalyga announced five competition dates for the upcoming season, starting March 24 in Indianapolis, Ind. The Norse will take...

Sport Shorts 9/13/2012

September 12, 2012

Cross Country Northern Kentucky University’s cross country teams both competed in the Queen City Invitational on Sept. 7 in Cincinnati. The men finished fifth out of 12 teams, led by sophomore J.J....

Sport Shorts 8/30/2012

August 29, 2012

Men’s Soccer The Northern Kentucky University men’s soccer team traveled to Wisconsin to begin the season, playing two games. NKU played Wisconsin-Green Bay on Aug. 24, losing 1-0. The Norse led...

Division I becomes reality for university

Division I becomes reality for university

Stephen Wilder, Sports editor August 23, 2012

It has been a long time in the making, but Northern Kentucky University has finally started its journey into the world of Division I and so far the transition has been smooth for the most part, according...

Norse bring home NSCAA awards

Norse bring home NSCAA awards

John Minor, Sports editor January 18, 2012

The Northern Kentucky University women’s soccer team was honored with three team awards and an individual award at the National Soccer Coaches Association of America convention in Kansas City. NKU accomplished...

Women advance in NCAA Tournament, men eliminated

November 16, 2011

The women’s soccer team advanced to the third round of the NCAA Tournament by defeating Bellarmine on Oct. 13. The Norse won the game, 1-0, on sophomore Megan Frye’s golden goal in the 108th minute....

Soccer coach enjoys first season

Matt Neuhaus November 9, 2011

Steve Bornhoffer has made some important career moves after taking a assistant coaching job offer for the Northern Kentucky University women’s soccer team. Bornhoffer was the head coach of the men’s...

Soccer teams tourney-bound

John Minor November 9, 2011

The Northern Kentucky University men’s and women’s soccer teams are set to play in the NCAA Tournament. The men will begin their quest to repeat as national champions when they face Northwood (Mich.)...

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