Since teams at the top of national rankings pack Northwestern’s conference schedule, Friday’s match against Rutgers, a squad also looking for its first Big Ten win, might seem like a needed respite.  That’s...

Trailing 11-9 in the first set of their Big Ten opener against No. 12 Nebraska, Northwestern would not back down to the visiting favorites. Midway through the point, a Nebraska kill attempt ricocheted...

A week before classes start, Northwestern’s varsity sports teams are already in full swing, facing their first regular fall season in two years.  Goals, wins and challenges for the Wildcats abound....

Volleyball As a result of COVID-19 outbreaks within Northwestern’s own program and within the programs of Big Ten opponents, 12 of the Cats’ first 20 games were postponed.  The Wildcats (3-5,...

Volleyball Northwestern split its two-game series against Iowa this weekend in Evanston, losing the first match but coming back for a victory in the second. The Wildcats (3-3) fought hard against...