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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Wrestling

Yahya Thomas wrestles an opponent. The junior dominated against Purdues Trey Kruse in the Season Opener, winning a 13-3 major decision.

Wrestling: On the mat for the first time in 314 days, Purdue steamrolls Northwestern

January 16, 2021

Ten months since the last time anyone has taken to the mat in a Northwestern singlet, coach Matt Storniolo led his team in a season opening battle against Purdue. The two teams were set to face off for...

Ken Kraft. The former NU wrestler, coach and athletic director died last week.

Northwestern wrestling legend Ken Kraft dies, leaves behind a legacy

November 12, 2020

Ken Kraft was there for all of wrestling’s biggest moments throughout the end of the last century. In 1966, he founded the Midlands Championships, which have since turned into the most prestigious...

Bente Baekers attempts to steal the ball. Baekers led the Big Ten in shots, goals and points last season.

Who to watch this year in sports

August 16, 2020

Although the 2019-20 athletic season was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic and the status of college sports for 2020-21 is uncertain, many of Northwestern’s teams created memorable moments and produced...

Ryan Deakin wrestles an opponent. The redshirt senior was the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the country at 157 pounds last season.

Wrestling: Northwestern set to be led by All-American Ryan Deakin

August 16, 2020

Wrestling For most of the 2019-20 season, Northwestern was led by one of the best 1-2 combinations in wrestling: Sebastian Rivera at 133 pounds and Ryan Deakin at 157 pounds. The two were brilliant:...

 Sebastian Rivera competes against Nebraska. The former Northwestern wrestler and New Jersey native is transferring to Rutgers for his final season of eligibility.

Wrestling: Sebastian Rivera joins Rutgers as graduate transfer

June 28, 2020

Wrestling Sebastian Rivera is going home. The former Northwestern wrestler and New Jersey native announced on Instagram Friday that he is transferring to Rutgers for his final season of eligibility. Under...

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