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The Daily Northwestern

Aayushya Agarwal

Aayushya Agarwal, Senior Staffer

Aayushya is a senior from Chicago, Illinois, studying economics, data science and French. He has reported on the men’s basketball, football and baseball teams. Outside of the Daily, he loves to follow Chicago sports teams, try new restaurants and travel to new places. You can reach him via Email or Twitter.

Last updated fall 2023.

All content by Aayushya Agarwal
Agarwal: The unlikely path to my sports journalism career

Agarwal: The unlikely path to my sports journalism career

June 4, 2024
Coach Chris Collins and graduate student guard Boo Buie embrace after he left the floor one final time against No. 1 UConn Sunday night.

Men’s Basketball: Buie and Langborg bid farewell to collegiate careers, Northwestern’s season ends in Round of 32 loss to No. 1 Connecticut

March 25, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer drives to the rim in Friday’s victory over Florida Atlantic. Ahead of Northwestern’s Round of 32 matchup with Connecticut, Barnhizer relished the underdog mentality the ‘Cats have.

Men’s Basketball: Battle-tested Northwestern looks to create history versus No. 1 Connecticut in Round of 32

March 23, 2024
Graduate student guard Ryan Langborg dribbles toward the lane. Langborg scored 12 overtime points to lead Northwestern past Florida Atlantic Friday.

Men’s Basketball: Langborg’s late downpour powers Northwestern past Florida Atlantic in 77-65 overtime victory

March 22, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie gears up for play against Wisconsin Friday. Buie scored 16 first-half points in the battle with the Badgers.

Rapid Recap: Wisconsin 70, Northwestern 61

March 15, 2024
Graduate student guard Ryan Langborg passes the ball. In their wire-to-wire 90-66 victory, the ‘Cats dished out 23 assists, while only having one turnover.

Men’s Basketball: Fast offensive start highlights Northwestern’s wire-to-wire 90-66 senior night victory over Minnesota

March 10, 2024
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli and freshman guard Jordan Clayton pickup junior guard Brooks Barnhizer. In Northwestern’s defeat at Michigan State, Martinelli and Barnhizer combined for 20 of the team’s 35 rebounds.

Men’s Basketball: Small ball lineup plagues Northwestern on the boards in 53-49 defeat at Michigan State

March 8, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie attempts to tie up possession. In NU’s 87-80 loss to Iowa on Saturday, the Hawkeyes 51 second half points proved too costly.

Men’s Basketball: Second-half Iowa explosion dooms Northwestern in 87-80 defeat

March 4, 2024
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli attempts a shot.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 68, Maryland 61

February 28, 2024
Graduate student guard Ryan Langborg attempts a layup against Michigan Thursday.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern mounts effortless first-half comeback following Buie’s record-shattering shot against Michigan

February 23, 2024
Entering Thursday’s contest against Michigan, Boo Buie is on the cusp of program history.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern looks to continue winning ways against Michigan, Buie approaches history

February 21, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie attempts an inside look.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 76, Indiana 72

February 18, 2024
Northwestern’s Boo Buie pushes past a double team effort by Nebraska forwards Rienk Mast and Juwan Gary.

Men’s Basketball: Langborg ejection leaves undermanned Northwestern unable to solve Rutgers test

February 16, 2024
A baseball player prepares to swing a bat from behind their shoulder.

Baseball: Agarwal: Following several key coaching changes in the offseason, Northwestern is in the right direction entering 2024

February 13, 2024
Senior center Matthew Nicholson jams home a first-half dunk against Penn State Sunday.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 68, Penn State 63

February 11, 2024
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli guards Nebraska guard Keisei Tominaga. In Northwestern’s wire-to-wire victory over the Cornhuskers, the ’Cats limited Tominaga to 11 points.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s ability to turn defense into offense catalyzes wire-to-wire 80-68 victory over Nebraska

February 8, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie dribbles the ball down the court. Buie logged a career-high 44 minutes in Northwestern’s overtime loss in Minnesota.

Men’s Basketball: Agarwal: Northwestern’s inability to close road efforts looms large in Minnesota meltdown

February 4, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie surveys his options at the perimeter against Purdue Wednesday.

Rapid Recap: No. 2 Purdue 105, Northwestern 96 (OT)

January 31, 2024
Buie, in a white basketball uniform, celebrates and holds his hands up in the air.

Men’s Basketball: Boo Buie earns Big Ten Player of the Week

January 29, 2024
Northwestern’s defense gets set against Ohio State forward Jamison Battle.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s suffocating defense catalyzes blowout 83-58 victory over Ohio State

January 28, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Barnhizer, Berry shine in second half, propel Northwestern past No. 10 Illinois in overtime thriller

January 25, 2024
Northwestern’s Ryan Langborg stands in a white jersey, appearing frustrated.

Rapid Recap: Nebraska 75, Northwestern 69

January 20, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s rebounding, steals overwhelm Maryland in 72-69 victory

January 18, 2024
Former Northwestern forward Pete Nance drives to the rim.

Men’s Basketball: Former Northwestern forward Pete Nance inks 10-day contract with Cleveland Cavaliers

January 17, 2024
Graduate student Boo Buie drives toward the rim.

Rapid Recap: No. 15 Wisconsin 71, Northwestern 63

January 13, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Dominant 15-0 run propels Northwestern to 76-72 victory over Penn State

January 10, 2024
Senior guard Ty Berry dribbles the ball.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 88, Michigan State 74

January 7, 2024
Graduate student guard Ryan Langborg celebrates following a play in a nonconference victory over Dayton November 10.

Men’s Basketball: Despite surprising loss, Northwestern completes overall successful nonconference slate

January 4, 2024
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli attempts a shot.

Second half defensive resiliency enables No. 25 Northwestern to rebound with 56-46 victory over DePaul

December 17, 2023
Graduate student guard Boo Buie drives to the rim. In NU’s win over Purdue, Buie recorded a team-high 31 points.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 92, No. 1 Purdue 88

December 1, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey shoots the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern prepares for Big Ten slate, early test against No. 1 Purdue

November 29, 2023
Sixth-year wide receiver Cam Johnson celebrates following a score. In Saturday’s 45-43 victory over Illinois, Johnson had a career-high 124 receiving yards and increased his touchdown streak to four games.

Football: Wide receiver Cam Johnson’s career-game leads Northwestern to reclaim Land of Lincoln Trophy

November 26, 2023
Senior defensive lineman P.J. Spencer makes a tackle. In NU’s victory over Purdue, Spencer was pivotal towards the defense’s ability to make two red zone stops.

Football: ‘Bend, don’t break’: Northwestern’s red zone stands instrumental for 23-15 victory over Purdue

November 20, 2023
Senior guard Ty Berry dribbles the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Mississippi State 66, Northwestern 57

November 19, 2023
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles around the perimeter.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 63, Western Michigan 59

November 14, 2023
Graduate student guard Boo Buie picks up his dribble in the lane. Buie totaled 15 points in Northwestern's win against Dayton Friday.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 71, Dayton 66

November 10, 2023
Matthew Nicholson looks to pass the ball in a victory over Purdue last season. Looking ahead to the 2023-24 season, Nicholson spoke of his high expectations both personally and for Northwestern.

Men’s Basketball: Q&A: Matthew Nicholson is ready for breakout 2023-24 season

November 6, 2023
Senior guard Ty Berry and graduate student guard Boo Buie.

Men’s Basketball: 2023-24 Wildcat entrance roundtable

November 6, 2023
Junior quarterback Brendan Sullivan goes down following an Iowa tackle. In their loss to Iowa at Wrigley Field, Northwestern’s offensive struggles were on full display.

Rapid Recap: Iowa 10, Northwestern 7

November 4, 2023
Northwestern’s defense celebrates following a forced incompletion in last week’s defeat to Nebraska. Ahead of its matchup with Maryland on Saturday, NU believes in its ability to quickly bounce back and reach .500 once again.

Football: ‘Our best football is still ahead of us’: Braun, players believe in team’s ability to bounce back versus Maryland

October 26, 2023
Junior offensive lineman Jackson Carsello gets set prior to a snap.

Football: ‘We were going backwards’: Northwestern’s penalties, negative plays prove costly in loss at Nebraska

October 21, 2023
Multiple Northwestern defenders tackle Howard running back Eden James. In NU’s victory, the defense struggled to stop the Bisons run game, which led to a much closer game than expected.

Northwestern’s defense struggles to limit Howard’s run game, leading to a mere three-point victory

October 9, 2023
Boo Buie drives to the rim in a win over Indiana last season. At the Chicagoland Media Tipoff Luncheon, Buie spoke of his decision to return back to Northwestern for the upcoming season.

Basketball Notebook: Last year in rearview mirror as Northwestern’s men and women’s basketball teams prepare for upcoming season

October 4, 2023
Cam Porter gets tackled by a Penn State defender. As a result of its offensive line struggles, the ‘Cats offense was unable to gain momentum in their 41-13 loss to No. 6 Penn State.

Rapid Recap: No. 6 Penn State 41, Northwestern 13

September 30, 2023
A.J. Henning celebrates with his teammates after a big play. NU’s comeback victory over Minnesota showed its ability to fight back, regardless of the situation and circumstances.

Agarwal: With its back against the wall, NU’s fourth quarter resilience showed its ability to compete in 2023

September 24, 2023
Northwestern players run out of the locker room in last year’s matchup versus Duke. In Saturday’s defeat to the Blue Devils, the Cats’ defense had trouble stopping Riley Leonard on the ground.

Football: Northwestern’s inability to stop No. 21 Duke and QB Riley Leonard on the ground leads to 38-14 loss

September 16, 2023
Ben Bryant attempts a pass in last Sunday’s matchup versus Rutgers. Bryant turned it around in Northwestern’s 38-7 win over UTEP, going 11-for-16 and passing for 116 yards and a touchdown.

Northwestern uses valiant second half to snap 12-game losing streak in 38-7 win over UTEP

September 9, 2023
Northwestern’s defensive line gets set prior to a snap in Sunday’s defeat to Rutgers. To be successful in its home opener, the Cats’ defense will need to prioritize stopping the running game.

Football: What to Watch For: Northwestern strives for its first win in over a calendar

September 9, 2023
Northwestern players walk across the field. Many questions lie ahead for NU as it prepares for the 2024 season.

Baseball: Many questions lie ahead of 2024 season for Northwestern

August 14, 2023
Basketball players in black jerseys hug each other.

Men’s Basketball: Chase Audige, Pete Nance go undrafted in 2023 NBA Draft

June 23, 2023
A baseball player in a white uniform hits the ball.

Baseball: Northwestern breaks losing streak in walk-off fashion against Notre Dame at Wrigley Field

May 17, 2023
A baseball player in a black uniform runs back to first base.

Baseball: Northwestern’s disappointing season persists after sweep by Michigan

May 14, 2023
A baseball player in a black uniform swings the bat.

Baseball: Northwestern hopes to snap lengthy Big Ten losing streak this weekend at Michigan

May 12, 2023
A basketball player in a white NU jersey dribbles the ball while staring down a defender in a blue Boise State jersey.

Men’s Basketball: Run it back: Boo Buie announces his return to Northwestern to play out his final year of eligibility

May 8, 2023
A baseball player in a black uniform pitches the ball.

Baseball: Northwestern displays all-around performance, picks up much-needed 10-0 win over Milwaukee

April 26, 2023
A baseball player in a black uniform pitches a baseball.

Baseball: Northwestern hopes to turn season around in home series versus Rutgers

April 20, 2023
A baseball player in a black uniform slides into second base.

Baseball: Pitching struggles hinder Northwestern in 24-20 defeat over UIC

April 11, 2023
A baseball player in a white uniform tracks pop up.

Baseball: What to Watch For: Northwestern strives for success in first Big Ten home series against Illinois

April 6, 2023
A baseball player in a white uniform stares upward.

Baseball: Northwestern drops opening Big Ten series to Purdue

April 3, 2023
A basketball player in a purple jersey drives a basketball past a basketball player in a white jersey.

Men’s Basketball: March Madness: Northwestern’s dream season ends after a resilient second-half comeback falls just short

March 19, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey jumps for the basketball.

Men’s Basketball Notebook: Ahead of Saturday’s second-round clash against UCLA, Northwestern treads carefully

March 17, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: March Madness: The Cats continue dancing after an emphatic 75-67 first round victory over Boise State

March 16, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey shoots the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s offensive woes on full display in heartbreaking 67-65 Big Ten Tournament loss to Penn State

March 11, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey defends the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern caps off historic conference season with a 65-53 victory over Rutgers

March 6, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey and dribbles the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Penn State 68, Northwestern 65

March 1, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey passes the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Chase Audige’s team-high 16 points not enough in No. 21 NU’s 75-59 loss to Maryland

February 26, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey dribbles the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Boo Buie’s 35-point career night not enough as No. 21 Northwestern’s five-game winning streak snaps with 66-62 loss to Illinois

February 24, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey celebrates with fans holding a "rank us" sign.

Men’s Basketball: What To Watch For: Northwestern hopes to keep win streak alive Thursday at in-state rival Illinois

February 22, 2023
Fan holds tan poster that says rank us

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern now No. 21 in AP Top 25 poll

February 20, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey and dribbles the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 80, Iowa 60

February 19, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: The magical season continues — Boo Buie’s game-winning floater carries Northwestern to 64-62 victory over No. 14 Indiana

February 16, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey holds the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Boo Buie and Chase Audige Catalysts in NU’s upset of the ages over No. 1 Purdue

February 13, 2023
A basketball player in a gray jersey drives to room

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 69, Ohio State 63

February 9, 2023
A basketball player in a gray jersey passed the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern gets boost from multiple players in last-second, nerve-wracking 54-52 victory over Wisconsin

February 6, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the basketball.

Men’s Basketball: Agarwal: Northwestern lives and dies by Buie and Audige, suffers home loss to Michigan

February 3, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey and dribbles the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Iowa 86, Northwestern 70

January 31, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey drives to the rim.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern continues to shoot lights out in rout against Minnesota

January 29, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the basketball.

Men’s basketball: Ty Berry steals the show with a career night, propelling Northwestern toward an easy victory over Nebraska

January 26, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey and dribbles the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 66, Wisconsin 63

January 23, 2023
Basketball players in white jerseys cheer on the sidelines.

Men’s Basketball: Cats reportedly to reschedule home contest versus Wisconsin for Monday

January 21, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Second-half struggles cause Northwestern to lose first Big Ten road game to Michigan

January 16, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles ball

Men’s basketball: Northwestern falls in a heartbreaker despite furious late second half run

January 12, 2023
A basketball player in a black jersey and shoots the basketball.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 84, No. 15 Indiana 83

January 8, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey shoots the ball

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern uses a strong second half to cruise past in-state rival Illinois 73-60

January 5, 2023
A basketball player in a white jersey dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern fends off Purdue Fort Wayne 60-52

November 21, 2022
A basketball player hangs on the rim after dunking.

Men’s Basketball: Rapid Recap: Northwestern 63, Northern Illinois 46

November 11, 2022
A basketball player in a white jersey and shorts shoots the basketball

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern victorious against Quincy in first exhibition game of 2022

November 3, 2022
A baseball player in a white uniform holds a bat.

Baseball: Northwestern pitching struggles at home versus Notre Dame

May 18, 2022
Baseball player in purple shirt and white pants swings their bat at the baseball.

Baseball: Northwestern cruises to victory against Milwaukee after a strong weekend

April 27, 2022
A baseball player in a purple jersey and white pants stands in the batter's box.

Baseball: Northwestern emerges victorious against Saint Louis Tuesday after a disappointing weekend

April 20, 2022
A fencer in a white suit faces off

Fencing: Northwestern finishes second at Conference Championships Sunday

March 2, 2022
Fencer lunges forward

Fencing: Northwestern hopes for victory as it hosts Conference Championships

February 24, 2022
A basketball player in a white jersey and shorts passes the basketball

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern cruises to victory against Big Ten last-place Nebraska

February 23, 2022
Softball player looks to throw out runner

Softball: Northwestern hoping for an even stronger 2022 season

February 20, 2022
Fencers face off

Fencing: Northwestern sends two fencers to participate in the Junior Olympics

February 17, 2022
Fencer in position

Fencing: Northwestern hosts Winter Duals, first tournament of the year

February 10, 2022
The fencing team, wearing white suits, huddle together.

Fencing: Northwestern comes out victorious at DeCicco Duals tournament

February 2, 2022
Fencer stands ready.

Fencing: Women’s team hopes to make adjustments from the Philadelphia Invitational to the DeCicco Duals this weekend

January 26, 2022
Fencer lunges forward

Fencing: Women’s team travels to Philadelphia this weekend to participate in first 2022 invitational

January 21, 2022
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