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Jake Epstein

Jake Epstein, Development and Recruitment Editor

Jake Epstein is a Medill Sophomore from Baltimore County, MD. Fueled by the naysayers and caffeine, he enjoys covering Northwestern sports, finding the story beyond the game and discussing miscellaneous shenanigans. You can reach him via Twitter or email.

Last updated fall 2023.

All content by Jake Epstein
An athlete in a white jersey puts his arm around a coach in a green hat.

Football: Epstein: Northwestern’s resurgence, home-field success a promising sign for a program and coach on the rise

November 29, 2023
Senior running back Cam Porter takes a carry against Purdue. Porter amassed 95 rushing yards on 17 carries versus the Boilermakers on Saturday.

Football: Northwestern’s veterans reach likely-end to old-Ryan Field era, secure bowl eligibility in 23-15 victory over Purdue

November 19, 2023
Senior midfielder Lauren Wadas dribbles the ball. Wadas scored the game-winning goal Sunday as Northwestern knocked off Louisville 3-2 in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 3, Louisville 2

November 12, 2023
A person in purple and white tackles another player in red, who is running with a football.

Football: Northwestern’s stifling defense silences Wisconsin crowd in 24-10 road victory

November 12, 2023
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli prepares to unleash his signature floater. Martinelli logged 19 minutes against Dayton on Friday.

Men’s Basketball: Looking to make second-year leap, Martinelli helps push Northwestern past Dayton

November 11, 2023
Freshman back Ilse Tromp strikes the ball.

Field Hockey: No. 2 Northwestern blanks Miami (Ohio) in 3-0 victory, advances to NCAA Tournament quarterfinals

November 10, 2023
Interim head coach David Braun and senior linebacker Owen Bergin stand outside the tunnel at Ryan Field.

Football: With his homecoming on the horizon, David Braun’s high-rising tale continues writing itself

November 9, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey and white headband holds a basketball.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 72, Binghamton 61

November 6, 2023
Redshirt senior tight end Thomas Gordon blocks Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean.

Football: Fatal 100-second stretch defines Northwestern’s loss to Iowa in Wildcats Classic

November 6, 2023
Northwestern players gather during an exhibition game against Lewis. The ‘Cats won all three of their games in Spain this past August.

Women’s Basketball: Northwestern builds camaraderie on-and-off-court during summer Spain trip

November 6, 2023
Sophomore guard Justin Mullins tries to jump the passing lane.

Men’s Basketball: Justin Mullins embraces family, prepares for first season at Northwestern

November 6, 2023
Junior forward Caileigh Walsh. Walsh is one of several key cogs returning for Northwestern this season.

Women’s Basketball: 2023-24 Wildcat entrance roundtable

November 5, 2023
Graduate student forward Ugo Achara Jr. attacks the goal. Achara scored four goals and tallied an assist this season.

Men’s Soccer: Northwestern’s season ends with Big Ten Tournament loss to Michigan

November 5, 2023
Northwesterns players huddle together. Five ‘Cats earned slots on All-Big Ten teams, while graduate student goalkeeper Jackson Weyman received a sportsmanship honor.

Men’s Soccer: Five Northwestern players receive All-Big Ten honors

November 3, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey dribbles a basketball with her right hand.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 80, Lewis 54

November 2, 2023
Junior defender Ibrahim Obeid prepares to restart play with a throw. Obeid stepped into the starting right back slot following freshman defender Bryant Mayer’s injury against Green Bay last month.

Men’s Soccer: What to Watch For: Northwestern looks to survive and advance in Big Ten Tournament grudge match against Michigan

November 1, 2023
Redshirt senior defensive back Coco Azema returns a kickoff along the sideline against Maryland on Saturday. Azema caught the game winning interception versus the Terrapins.

Football: ‘It’s why you play college football’: Defensive back Coco Azema seals Northwestern’s Maryland upset

October 29, 2023
Senior linebacker Bryce Gallagher celebrates with his teammates after recovering a first-quarter fumble on Saturday.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 33, Maryland 27

October 28, 2023
Sophomore defender Nigel Prince works the ball out of the back.

Men’s Soccer: The Prince who was promised: Nigel Prince’s ascension to Northwestern’s defensive throne

October 25, 2023
A player jumps up among other football players in purple and white, celebrating.

Football: ‘Nobody is going to outwork me’: Northwestern’s Devin Turner embraces process, shines in sophomore season

October 22, 2023
Junior midfielder Colin McCamy dribbles downfield against Green Bay. McCamy has tallied two goals and four assists this season.

Men’s Soccer: What to Watch For: No. 21 Northwestern looks to reclaim sole possession of first place in Big Ten standings against No. 20 Michigan State

October 18, 2023
Senior running back Cam Porter fights for yards against No. 6 Penn State last Saturday. Porter has scored eight touchdowns in his collegiate career.

Football: Captain and student of the game: Cam Porter embraces three-down role

October 5, 2023
Sophomore defensive back Braden Turner dives on a loose ball against Penn State on Saturday. After Turner recovered sophomore linebacker Brayden Brus’ forced fumble, the ‘Cats took a 3-0 lead.

Football: Northwestern’s special teamers jolt first half effort against No. 6 Penn State

October 1, 2023
Northwestern sophomore forward Christopher Thaggard and junior defender Brandon Clagette. Thaggard bagged the Wildcats second goal in NUs 2-0 win against Maryland on Friday.

Men’s Soccer: No. 16 Northwestern blanks Maryland 2-0, Payne nabs first regular season victory over alma mater

October 1, 2023
Defensive lineman Anto Saka has two sacks for the Cats this season.

Football: Family, faith, loyalty fuel Northwestern’s defensive end Anto Saka

September 27, 2023
Men’s soccer graduate student defender Reese Mayer.

Sports Quiz: Are you keeping up with the ‘Cats?

September 25, 2023
Freshman defender Bryant Mayer smiles at his brother Reese Mayer after No. 13 Northwestern beat Ohio State on Sunday.

Men’s Soccer: Mayer brothers bolster No. 13 Northwestern’s backline

September 24, 2023
Redshirt senior wide receiver Bryce Kirtz holds the ball in the endzone after scoring his second touchdown against Minnesota. Kirtz caught 10 passes for 215 yards on Saturday.

Football: Kirtz’s historic night fuels improbable Northwestern comeback victory over Minnesota

September 24, 2023
Senior defensive back Garnett Hollis Jr. watches on from the sideline.

Football: Braun looks to find consistency, move forward with Big Ten West play on the horizon

September 20, 2023
Sophomore midfielder Jason Gajadhar wins a header in last season’s matchup against Wisconsin. Gajadhar played 81 minutes against the Badgers on Tuesday.

Men’s Soccer: No. 13 Northwestern settles for 2-2 draw in conference opener at Wisconsin

September 19, 2023
Redshirt senior tight end Thomas Gordon celebrates a reception in last year’s matchup with the Blue Devils.

Rapid Recap: No. 21 Duke 38, Northwestern 14

September 16, 2023
Graduate student quarterback Ben Bryant looks to evade the rush at Rutgers. Bryant threw for 116 yards on 11 completions against UTEP last weekend.

Football: What to Watch For: Northwestern prepares for Durham duel at No. 21 Duke

September 14, 2023
Northwestern regroups during a stoppage in play against Rutgers.

Epstein: Northwestern finds extra edge, emphasizes collective strength against UTEP

September 9, 2023
Senior defensive back Garnett Hollis Jr. attempts to wrap up Rutgers receiver Isaiah Washington on the sideline. Hollis tallied three tackles against the Scarlet Knights on Sunday.

Epstein: Northwestern fell into a hole that it couldn’t escape

September 3, 2023
With conference and national accolades up for grabs in each of NU’s 19 varsity squads, here’s four Cats carrying breakout potential.

Who to Watch: Northwestern athletes primed for breakout seasons

August 14, 2023
Graduate student attacker Izzy Scane hoists the national championship trophy.

Lacrosse: Northwestern lines up for title defense

August 12, 2023
Junior forward Caileigh Walsh attempts a layup.

Women’s Basketball: Northwestern shoots for bounceback campaign

August 10, 2023
After a whirlwind 2022 campaign, NUs mens soccer strives for consistency this fall.

Men’s Soccer: Northwestern aims to climb conference table

August 9, 2023
With a conference title in the back of its mind, NU will look to fire on all cylinders once the season officially kicks off this August.

Women’s Soccer: Northwestern shoots for Big Ten title

August 8, 2023
Two girls in white jerseys run next to each other in a cross country meet.

Cross Country: Northwestern looks to return to NCAA Championships

August 6, 2023
The road to Chapel Hill, North Carolina will require talent across the board.

Field Hockey: Northwestern shoots for second national title

August 6, 2023
A woman in a purple shirt and gray hat speaks in front of microphones.

Lacrosse: Izzy Scane wins 2023 women’s Tewaaraton Award

June 1, 2023
A woman in a white shirt and hat holds a large bronze trophy, while women in white shirts celebrate with her.

Lacrosse: Epstein: No. 1 Northwestern inspires the sport’s next generation

May 30, 2023
A coach in a black hat talks to her players in white jerseys.

Lacrosse: Epstein: No. 1 Northwestern shone brightest on the biggest stage

May 28, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey lifts a trophy.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern saves best for last, cruises to eighth national title

May 28, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey cradles a lacrosse ball

Lacrosse: What to watch for: No. 1 Northwestern prepares for final battle against No. 3 Boston College

May 27, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: ‘It means everything’: Hailey Rhatigan eyes storybook sendoff

May 27, 2023
Seven athletes in white jerseys run as one carries a purple flag.

Lacrosse: Epstein: No. 1 Northwestern’s collective strength, unity clinches first Championship Sunday shot since 2012

May 26, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs upfield.

Rapid Recap: No. 1 Northwestern 15, No. 5 Denver 7

May 26, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey holds a lacrosse ball, while an athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: What to watch for: No. 1 Northwestern gears up for Final Four encounter with No. 5 Denver

May 25, 2023
A lacrosse player wearing a white kit runs down the field.

Lacrosse: By the numbers: No. 1 Northwestern takes on No. 5 Denver in Final Four

May 24, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey pumps her fist while holding a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern powers past No. 8 Loyola Maryland, clinches fourth consecutive Final Four appearance

May 18, 2023
Three athletes in white jerseys celebrate a goal.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern gears up for NCAA quarterfinal clash versus No. 8 Loyola Maryland

May 16, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse ball in her stick.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern outduels No. 15 Michigan in 8-7 defensive battle, advances to NCAA quarterfinal

May 14, 2023
Northwestern Lacrosse, Kelly Amonte Hiller, Samantha Smith, Serafina DeMunno, Shaylan Ahearn, Emerson Bohlig, Mary Beth Todd, Mike Smith, David Smith, Karen Smith, Madison Smith, Mill Valley California, Tamalpais High School, Tenacity Project, Southern Marin Lacrosse Club, Theresa Sherry, Jill Girardi, Brennan Dwyer, Maryland Lacrosse, Syracuse Lacrosse, Tufts Lacrosse, Kathryn DeLillio, San Francisco Bay Area, Hailey Rhatigan, Kathryn DeLillio, Virginia men’s lacrosse, Virginia women’s track and field, Inside Lacrosse, Charlottesville Virginia

Lacrosse: ‘The hardest shot in the Bay Area’: Samantha Smith’s journey to No. 1 Northwestern’s draw command

May 11, 2023
An athlete in a black shirt receives a trophy.

Lacrosse: Scane, Coykendall named Tewaaraton Award finalists

May 11, 2023
A lacrosse player in a black jersey runs holding a stick with the ball.

Lacrosse: Hailey Rhatigan selected fifth overall in Athletes Unlimited 2023 Draft

May 9, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern’s Scane, Taylor, Amonte Hiller earn Big Ten individual honors

May 8, 2023
Athletes in black shirts and hats celebrate with a trophy.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern blows past No. 10 Maryland, captures Big Ten Tournament championship

May 7, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey holds a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern defeats Michigan 18-11, heads to Big Ten Tournament championship

May 4, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey runs with a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: What to Watch for: No. 1 Northwestern enters Big Ten Tournament with a target on its back

May 3, 2023
Four people stand around a pingpong table

Pingpong players with Parkinson’s serve up support, social ties

May 2, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey shoots a lacrosse ball while falling forward.

Sports Quiz: How well have you kept up with Northwestern sports this spring?

May 1, 2023
Players in purple jerseys celebrate win.

Softball: No. 18 Northwestern sweeps Nebraska, clinches share of Big Ten regular-season title

April 30, 2023
A golfer putts a ball.

Men’s Golf: Northwestern places second at Fighting Illini Spring Collegiate

April 27, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey looks to pass a lacrosse ball from her stick.

Lacrosse: The Maryland Magician: Samantha White’s dominant defensive play amplifies standout sophomore campaign

April 26, 2023
A lacrosse player in a black jersey keeps the ball away from a player in a white jersey.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern leads conference with eight All-Big Ten selections

April 26, 2023
A lacrosse player runs through two lines of other players in dim light.

Lacrosse: Northwestern climbs to No. 1 national ranking

April 24, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey and purple gloves lifts a silver trophy, while athletes in white jerseys gather around and celebrate.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern overwhelms No. 12 Maryland in 13-6 victory, clinches outright Big Ten regular-season crown

April 23, 2023
A lacrosse player in a black jersey looks to pass a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern looks to lock up Big Ten regular-season title versus No. 12 Maryland

April 20, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey falls as she shoots a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: Scane, Rhatigan, Coykendall, White named Tewaaraton Award nominees, most in NCAA

April 20, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey throws a flaming lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: ‘A generational player’: Madison Taylor’s meteoric rise to superstardom

April 17, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey runs holding a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern spoils Ohio State’s senior day in 17-11 win, clinches share of Big Ten regular season title

April 16, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey bends down with a lacrosse stick in her hands.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern spreads the wealth, storms past Albany in 21-11 road victory

April 9, 2023
A lacrosse player in a black jersey runs holding a stick with the ball.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern rattles Rutgers 16-6 in road rout, avenges Big Ten Tournament loss

April 6, 2023
A lacrosse player in a black jersey keeps the ball away from two players in white jerseys.

Lacrosse: What To Watch For: No. 2 Northwestern readies for road rumble at Rutgers

April 5, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey runs while holding a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 2 Northwestern pummels No. 18 Penn State 19-9, extends winning streak to 11 games

March 30, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey cradles a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: Hailey Rhatigan earns spot on Tewaaraton Watch List

March 30, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey reaches for a lacrosse ball with a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: What To Watch For: No. 2 Northwestern braces for Big Ten battle against No. 18 Penn State

March 29, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs carrying a lacrosse stick.

Rapid Recap: No. 2 Northwestern 20, Stanford 9

March 26, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs carrying a lacrosse stick, while an athlete in a blue jersey holds a lacrosse stick and tries to stop her.

Rapid Recap: No. 2 Northwestern 19, Johns Hopkins 5

March 23, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs carrying a lacrosse stick.

Rapid Recap: No. 3 Northwestern 13, No. 1 North Carolina 9

March 19, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey holds a lacrosse stick in front of her.

Rapid Recap: No. 3 Northwestern 16, No. 17 Michigan 8

March 16, 2023
A coach in a purple shirt holds a clipboard and yells instructions.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern clinches second NCAA tournament appearance, will face Boise State in Sacramento

March 13, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs toward a lacrosse ball that sits on the ground.

Rapid Recap: No. 3 Northwestern 13, No. 4 Stony Brook 8

March 10, 2023
A painting of a corn over a red wall.

Open Tab: Zentli thrives off locally sourced blends of flavor

March 7, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey shoots a lacrosse ball.

Lacrosse: What To Watch For: No. 3 Northwestern prepares to defend home turf against No. 4 Stony Brook

March 7, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs carrying a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 3 Northwestern sets Saturday silver standard in weekend sweep

March 5, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey shoots a basketball.

Women’s Basketball: Epstein: Northwestern pushed through a taxing 2022-23 campaign, must build from within to return to its winning ways

March 2, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse stick

Lacrosse: What To Watch For: No. 3 Northwestern seeks successful senior send-off

March 1, 2023
A group of skiers pose on top of a mountain.

Club Ski Team slaloms alongside scholarship skiers in first quarter on the slopes

March 1, 2023
A plate of food with a side salad in the upper left corner, dumplings in the upper right, rice in the lower left and beef and vegetables in the lower right.

Open Tab: Tomo Japanese Street Food revels in its simplicity

February 27, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey dribbles a basketball with her left hand.

Women’s Basketball: Epstein: Northwestern catches glimpses of backcourt promise from Caroline Lau, falls to Nebraska in regular season finale

February 26, 2023
An athlete in a black jersey kicks a soccer ball.

Men’s Soccer: Northwestern drops spring opener 3-1 to Notre Dame

February 26, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey runs with a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 3 Northwestern soars above Marquette in 21-14 road win, extends win streak to three

February 23, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey and an athlete in a maroon jersey jump for a basketball.

Women’s basketball: What To Watch For: Northwestern seeks Senior Night sweep over Wisconsin

February 22, 2023
A green ball moves in front of a green figure holding a pickleball paddle.

Local picklers rally around shot at new pickleball courts

February 21, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey holds her arms up after shooting a basketball.

Women’s Basketball: Epstein: Weaver and Walsh propel Northwestern to second conference win

February 19, 2023
An athlete in a white jersey carries a lacrosse ball in a lacrosse stick, while an athlete in a red jersey runs behind her holding a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse: No. 5 Northwestern stuns No. 3 Boston College 15-14 in thrilling comeback fashion

February 19, 2023
A group of runners line up at a start line.

Cross Country: Northwestern closes out indoor season at Margaret Bradley Invitational

February 19, 2023
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