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

The Daily Northwestern

Jake Epstein

Jake Epstein, Gameday Editor

Jake Epstein is a Medill junior from Baltimore County, Maryland, studying journalism and political science. He has previously served as a development and recruitment editor, sports editor and print managing editor. On one occasion, the headline of Jake’s Big Ten lacrosse semifinal story was read on CNN. You can reach Jake via email or X.

Last updated fall 2024.

All content by Jake Epstein
UConn center Donovan Clingan soars to control possession in the paint against Northwestern Sunday night.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s season screeches to a halt against No. 1 UConn

March 24, 2024
A basketball player in purple claps after a victory.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s Luke Hunger’s journey spans from youth hockey rinks to March Madness

March 23, 2024
Graduate student attacker Dylan Amonte runs toward the cage.

Rapid Recap: Penn State 14, No. 1 Northwestern 13 (OT)

March 22, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles against Florida Atlantic Friday. Barnhizer scored 13 points in Northwestern's Round of 64 victory.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s Brooks Barnhizer rises to supreme occasion in 77-65 victory over Florida Atlantic

March 22, 2024
Sophomore Blake Smith wearing white defends a basketball player wearing black and yellow.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern walk-on Blake Smith provides unlikely defensive spark for March Madness squad

March 21, 2024
Rich Falk coaches Don Davis. Falk took Northwestern to its first ever postseason tournament at the 1983 NIT.

Men’s Basketball: Team alumni discuss pride and legacy of Northwestern’s second consecutive March Madness bid

March 21, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie runs the offense, while coach Chris Collins watches on from the bench.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s second consecutive March Madness bid serves a testament to Buie, Collins’ mutual belief

March 18, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie celebrates during game action at Welsh-Ryan Arena.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern punches second consecutive March Madness ticket

March 17, 2024
Graduate student attacker Izzy Scane holds the ball in the offensive zone. Scane scored a season-high seven goals against No. 12 Johns Hopkins Saturday.

Lacrosse: Izzy Scane’s season-high seven goals leads No. 1 Northwestern to conference-opening victory over No. 12 Johns Hopkins

March 16, 2024
Wisconsin guard AJ Storr drives toward the hoop against Northwestern Friday.

Men’s Basketball: Wisconsin’s stars align behind Storr, Northwestern sputters apart from Buie in Big Ten Tournament loss

March 16, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer elevates to dunk the ball against Penn State. Barnhizer was named to the Big Ten All-Defensive Team and received a third-team all-conference nod.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern gears up for Big Ten Tournament grudge match with Wisconsin

March 14, 2024
Angela Zedak is surrounded by teammates as she steps on home plate at Sharon J. Drysdale Field.

Softball: Northwestern announces plan to build new stadium

March 13, 2024
Graduate student attacker Izzy Scane charges toward the Albany cage Sunday. Scane scored a game-high four goals against the Great Danes.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern defeats Albany 25-8, eyes Big Ten opener against No. 15 Johns Hopkins

March 10, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie reaches out to a young fan courtside Saturday night. Buie played his final minutes at Welsh-Ryan Arena against Minnesota.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s departing veterans write dream final home chapter against Minnesota

March 10, 2024
Sophomore attacker Madison Taylor converts a flying finish against Denver Friday. Taylor scored five goals in Northwestern's top-10 victory.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern deals fatal blow to No. 10 Denver in 14-10 defeat

March 9, 2024
Northwestern quarterback Ben Bryant hugs receiver Cam Johnson at Wednesday’s Pro Day. Bryant, Johnson and linebacker Bryce Gallagher were NU’s three Pro Day participants.

Football: Bryant, Gallagher, Johnson perform at Northwestern Pro Day

March 7, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie drives toward the lane.

Rapid Recap: Michigan State 53, Northwestern 49

March 6, 2024
Graduate student attacker Izzy Scane cradles the ball in the offensive zone against Central Michigan Sunday. Scoring four goals in the winning effort, Scane shattered Northwestern’s career points record.

Lacrosse: No. 3 Northwestern’s Izzy Scane shatters program points record in Central Michigan thrashing

March 3, 2024
Sophomore forward Luke Hunger battles inside against Iowa Saturday.

Rapid Recap: Iowa 87, Northwestern 80

March 2, 2024
Graduate student attacker Erin Coykendall winds up for a free-position shot against Marquette on Feb. 19. Coykendall secured a first-quarter hat trick at Boston College Thursday.

Lacrosse: No. 3 Northwestern’s big-three rises to the occasion in 14-11 victory over No. 1 Boston College

February 29, 2024
Graduate student midfielder Jane Hansen advances the ball upfield against Marquette Feb. 19.

Lacrosse: No. 3 Northwestern closes in on Chestnut Hill clash at No. 1 Boston College

February 28, 2024
Sophomore guard Blake Smith looks to make a pass against Indiana. Smith logged 27 minutes at Maryland Wednesday night.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern secures unlikely victory at Maryland

February 28, 2024
Cats Corner: Springing ahead to Lacrosse

Cats Corner: Springing ahead to Lacrosse

February 28, 2024
Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller and assistant coach Scott Hiller speak during then-No. 4 Northwestern’s victory against Marquette on Feb. 19. Amonte Hiller has helped usher in a major lacrosse boom in Illinois for more than two decades.

Lacrosse: Northwestern’s limitless legacy sees sport skyrocket at local level

February 27, 2024
Northwestern fencers celebrate with coach Zach Moss during early February's NU Duals.

Fencing: No. 8 Northwestern cruises to CCFC championship crown

February 25, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie braces for a jumper against Michigan Thursday. Buie broke Northwestern’s all-time scoring record with 16 points versus the Wolverines.

Men’s Basketball: The Buie who’d be king: Boo Buie snaps Northwestern’s career scoring record

February 23, 2024
Junior midfielder Emerson Bohlig carries the ball upfield against Marquette Monday. Bohlig scored a goal and corralled five draw controls at Colorado Thursday.

Lacrosse: No. 4 Northwestern overpowers No. 20 Colorado in 19-14 road victory

February 22, 2024
Northwestern’s attack celebrates a goal against Marquette Monday. The ‘Cats will face No. 20 Colorado in Boulder Thursday.

Lacrosse: No. 4 Northwestern readies for road clash against No. 20 Colorado

February 21, 2024
Junior midfielder Samantha Smith gets set against Marquette Monday. Smith corralled five draw controls versus the Golden Eagles.

Lacrosse: No. 4 Northwestern’s Samantha Smith shores up draw against Marquette

February 19, 2024
Senior center Matthew Nicholson attacks the rim against Indiana Sunday. Nicholson tallied 14 points and 16 rebounds in the victory.

Men’s Basketball: Nicholson’s post presence transcends stat sheet in Northwestern’s victory at Indiana

February 18, 2024
Girl in white uniform holds stick and runs for ball.

Rapid Recap: No. 8 Notre Dame 14, No. 1 Northwestern 10

February 16, 2024
Buie dribbles the ball forward as a player in a red jersey presses his hand against his face

Rapid Recap: Rutgers 63, Northwestern 60

February 15, 2024
Five Northwestern lacrosse players hug and celebrate while holding their lacrosse sticks.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern chases ninth national title

February 13, 2024
Sophomore forward Luke Hunger attempts a jump shot against Penn State Sunday. Hunger logged 12 minutes off the bench versus the Nittany Lions.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s role players ready when called upon in defensive dogfight against Penn State

February 11, 2024
Senior defender Kendall Halpern gets set against Syracuse Saturday. Halpern tallied three caused turnovers and three ground balls in the victory.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern survives late No. 5 Syracuse surge in 18-15 season opening victory

February 11, 2024
Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli looks to unleash a shot against Nebraska. Martinelli poured in 15 points Wednesday night.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s Martinelli steps up in Berry’s stead, helps seal Nebraska victory

February 8, 2024
A lacrosse player cradles the ball in her stick and runs down the field.

Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern gears up for season opener against No. 5 Syracuse

February 8, 2024
Alex Spanos dons his patented purple polo.

Football: Northwestern promotes Alex Spanos to director of sports performance for football

February 7, 2024
Football players in purple and white celebrate on the field after a play.

Football: Northwestern expected to hire Harlon Barnett as defensive backs coach

February 6, 2024
Senior center Matthew Nicholson slams home a dunk.

Rapid Recap: Minnesota 75, Northwestern 66 (OT)

February 3, 2024
Senior guard Ty Berry contests Purdue guard Lance Jones’ jumper. Berry poured in 25 points against the Boilermakers Wednesday.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern gives No. 2 Purdue all it can handle in 105-96 overtime loss

January 31, 2024
Junior midfielder Samantha Smith attempts a draw during last season’s NCAA Tournament game against Michigan. She is primed to return as Northwestern’s primary draw taker this season.

Lacrosse: Northwestern takes on Stanford in preseason exhibition

January 28, 2024
Graduate student guard Ryan Langborg dribbles on the offensive end. Langborg poured in 14 first-half points against Ohio State Saturday.

Men’s Basketball: Langborg’s two-way command fuels Northwestern’s Ohio State blowout

January 28, 2024
Soccer coach in black polo yells to his players.

Men’s Soccer: Northwestern’s Russell Payne signs multi-year extension

January 25, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie drives toward the lane.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 96, No. 10 Illinois 91 (OT)

January 24, 2024
Ald. Jonathan Nieuwsma said he changed his mind in support of the city’s purchase of the now-shuttered Little Beans Cafe in south Evanston.

City Council approves $2.6 million purchase of south Evanston’s Little Beans Cafe

January 23, 2024
Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer looks to create separation against Purdue. Barnhizer poured in a career-high 24 points against Nebraska Saturday.

Men’s Basketball: Barnhizer’s career-high not enough, Northwestern falls at Nebraska

January 21, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie matches up with Maryland guard Jahmir Young. The two combined for 56 points Wednesday night.

Men’s Basketball: Buie, Northwestern prevail in Big Ten backcourt battle against Maryland’s Jahmir Young

January 18, 2024
NU Wildside looks to break the Welsh-Ryan Arena student attendance record of 1,746 during Wednesday night’s men’s basketball game against Maryland. The record was set at volleyball’s game against then-No. 1 Wisconsin last September.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern Wildside looks to break student attendance record against Maryland

January 16, 2024
Junior offensive lineman Jackson Carsello gets set prior to a snap.

Football: Northwestern expected to hire Bill O’Boyle as offensive line coach

January 11, 2024
Redshirt senior defensive back Coco Azema returns a kickoff along the sideline against Maryland.

Football: Northwestern relieves associate head coach (defensive backs) Matt McPherson of duties

January 11, 2024
Graduate student tight end Thomas Gordon celebrates a reception in 2022's matchup with the Blue Devils.

Football: Northwestern expected to hire Paul Creighton as tight ends coach

January 11, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie looks to create separation in the lane.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 76, Penn State 72

January 10, 2024
Offensive linemen senior Josh Priebe and junior Caleb Tiernan fist bump before a play. Priebe transferred to Michigan in December, citing uncertainty over offensive line coach Kurt Anderson’s future at Northwestern.

Football: Northwestern parts ways with offensive line coach Kurt Anderson

January 10, 2024
Sophomore forward Luke Hunger looks to drive into the lane in a November nonconference matchup with NIU. Hunger tallied 10 points on a 5-of-6 shooting clip against Michigan State Sunday.

Men’s Basketball: Hunger shines in first career start, helps Northwestern knock off Michigan State 88-74

January 7, 2024
Northwestern huddles together during its game at Wisconsin.

Football: South Dakota State’s Zach Lujan expected to be hired as Northwestern’s offensive coordinator

January 7, 2024
A group of Northwestern football players run out of the tunnel ahead of the team’s game against Maryland last October.

Football: Braun elevates linebackers coach Tim McGarigle to defensive coordinator

January 7, 2024
Defensive back Timi Oke signs his national letter of intent at an NFL Academy event in December 2023. Oke was one of 15 Wildcat commits to join David Braun’s inaugural recruiting class on National Signing Day.

Football: Northwestern’s Timi Oke embarks on journey from London to the Big Ten

January 4, 2024
Graduate student guard Boo Buie evaluates his offensive options.

Rapid Recap: No. 9 Illinois 96, Northwestern 66

January 2, 2024
Junior guard Melannie Daley attacks the basket in transition.

Rapid Recap: Penn State 95, Northwestern 55

January 2, 2024
Northwestern head coach David Braun claps on the sideline against Wisconsin. It has been reported Braun made his first imprint on next season’s coaching staff after the team’s bowl victory over Utah.

Football: Northwestern parts ways with Bajakian, Genyk, Hooten

December 28, 2023
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 in a preseason exhibition.

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
Northwestern's 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.

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 NU's 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
Graduate student wide receiver Bryce Kirtz hauls in a touchdown grab during last season's comeback against Minnesota. Kirtz opened the 2024 season with 91 receiving 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
Graduate student tight end Thomas Gordon celebrates a reception in 2022'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, NU's men's 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
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