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The Daily Northwestern

Josh Walfish

Josh Walfish, Sports Editor

Josh Walfish was Sports editor of The Daily. His past positions include Gameday editor. He is from Rockville, Md., and has interned for RantSports.

All content by Josh Walfish

Letter to the Editor: Men’s mental health is important too

October 4, 2015
Walfish: Thanks for the memories

Walfish: Thanks for the memories

May 28, 2014
Softball: After five years, Emily Allard sprints off to the pros

Softball: After five years, Emily Allard sprints off to the pros

May 27, 2014
Walfish: Underdog Northwestern has upper hand against Maryland

Walfish: Underdog Northwestern has upper hand against Maryland

May 22, 2014
Senior catcher Paige Tonz comes home to an excited mob of teammates after smacking a grand slam in Thursday's win over Michigan State. Northwestern used 6 fifth-inning runs to win 10-4 in the first-ever night game at Sharon J. Drysdale Field.

Softball: Wildcats top Spartans in Big Ten Tournament first round

May 8, 2014
Walfish: Lack of heart troublesome for Wildcats

Walfish: Lack of heart troublesome for Wildcats

May 5, 2014
Walfish: The Mount Rushmore of Northwestern sports — The Men

Walfish: The Mount Rushmore of Northwestern sports — The Men

April 30, 2014
Senior Paige Tonz is one of many Northwestern players to benefit from Kate Drohan’s leadership. Drohan has been the Wildcats’ coach since 2002 and has compiled a 446-242 record.

The Sideline: Kate Drohan finds success through tough-love leadership

April 29, 2014
Walfish: The Mount Rushmore of Northwestern sports — The women

Walfish: The Mount Rushmore of Northwestern sports — The women

April 21, 2014
Walfish: Blind faith in others pays off greatly

Walfish: Blind faith in others pays off greatly

April 13, 2014
Walfish: Civil discourse lacking in CAPA talks

Walfish: Civil discourse lacking in CAPA talks

April 6, 2014
Walfish: Spring a time for revival for Northwestern athletics

Walfish: Spring a time for revival for Northwestern athletics

April 2, 2014

Women’s Basketball: Northwestern tops ranked in-city rival DePaul, remains spotless at home

December 1, 2013

Women’s Basketball: Wildcats come up short against Golden Bears

November 24, 2013
Freshman Ashley Deary drives by an Illinois-Chicago defender. The point guard has capably filled in for the injured Karly Roser, averaging 6.3 points and five assists per game this season.

Women’s Basketball: Northwestern making do without Karly Roser

November 20, 2013

Women’s Basketball: Wildcats rally back to top Rebels

November 17, 2013
Walfish: Listen to the simple answers

Walfish: Listen to the simple answers

November 13, 2013
Christen Inman was one of three Northwestern players to crack the double digits in points Wednesday night. The freshman guard put up a game-high 18 points in the Wildcats’ 64-33 rout of the Cougars.

Women’s Basketball: Northwestern stifles Chicago State in dominant win

November 13, 2013
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Women’s Basketball: Youth revolution will need to spark Northwestern

November 7, 2013
Freshman Christen Inman accrued 21 points in Northwestern’s exhibition game against Lewis and was the Wildcats’ leading scorer Wednesday. The guard was a perfect 3-for-3 from behind the arc.

Women’s Basketball: Freshmen shine as Wildcats romp

November 6, 2013

Men’s Golf: Northwestern fades to disappointing fifth-place finish

November 5, 2013
Junior Alex Polizzi takes down Jeffrey Tyburski in Northwestern’s clean sweep of Chicago on Saturday. Polizzi sealed off the match with a win by major decision and kept the Wildcats perfect in their opening match.

Wrestling: Northwestern starts season with two dominating victories

November 4, 2013
Junior Mike McMullan goes toe-to-toe with arguably his biggest rival in the nation, Tony Nelson, this weekend. The heavyweight runner-up in last year’s NCAA Championship, McMullan seeks to finally emerge on top after five defeats at the hands of his Minnesota foe.

Wrestling: Mike McMullan heads to George Mason; Wildcats duel Chicago, Stevens Tech

October 30, 2013

Women’s Golf: Wildcats stand tall in final fall tournament

October 28, 2013

Women’s Golf: Northwestern finishes fall play at Stanford

October 23, 2013
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Edge of glory: How Phillips led Northwestern onto the cusp of the college sports elite

October 18, 2013

Men’s Golf: Northwestern sweeps titles at Rod Myers Invitational

October 16, 2013
Bennett Lavin was one of several Cats to produce uneven results at the Erin Hills Intercollegiate. Though senior Jack Perry and freshman Matt Fitzpatrick were uncharacteristically inconsistent, the Cats claimed 5th place at the event.

Men’s Golf: Wildcats charge back to claim 5th at Erin Hills Intercollegiate

October 8, 2013

Medill panel tackles student-athlete compensation

October 6, 2013
Suchaya Tangkamolprasert was Northwestern’s best player at the Windy City Collegiate Classic, finishing in ninth place individually at the event. The Wildcats as a team finished fifth in a field loaded with highly ranked squads.

Women’s Golf: Wildcats fight off nation’s best at home to finish fifth

October 2, 2013
Freshman Isabel Flens scored the winning shot in overtime against Iowa on Friday and continued her attack Sunday, scoring half the points in Northwestern’s 4-1 win over Michigan. Along with fellow freshman Dominique Masters, the midfielders combined for six of the Wildcats’ eight points this weekend in Evanston.

Field Hockey: Northwestern sweeps Big Ten openers at home

September 29, 2013
Walfish: Use your football bye week wisely

Walfish: Use your football bye week wisely

September 26, 2013
Julia Retzky has started in every game for Northwestern this season. The midfielder has two assists in two victories. The No.15 Wildcats begin Big Ten play on home turf this weekend when the No. 14 Hawkeyes and Wolverines travel to Evanston.

Field Hockey: Defense leads the way for Wildcats on the field

September 26, 2013
The team’s lone freshman, Matt Fitzpatrick arrived with a resume far beyond the average first-year athlete. He was ranked the world’s best amateur and won the U.S. Amatuer Championship in August 2013. Last weekend he placed third overall at the Windon Memorial Classic after teammate Jack Perry.

Men’s Golf: Matt Fitzpatrick adjusting to college life as U.S. Amateur champion

September 26, 2013
Senior Jack Perry shot an even par 70 in Monday’s third round to finish in second place at the Windon Memorial. Perry was an All-American last season after leading the Big Ten with a 71.61 scoring average in the regular season last year.

Men’s Golf: Northwestern takes home Windon Memorial

September 25, 2013
The Cats finished fourth at the 16-team Dick McGuire Invitational in Albuquerque, N.M. Junior Hana Lee, who posted NU’s best score, finished tied for seventh individually at 1 shot under par.

Women’s Golf: Tough conditions, inconsistency hold Wildcats back in New Mexico

September 24, 2013
Nikki Parsley scored two of Northwestern’s four goals during its weekend road matches against No. 9 Duke and No. 4 Virginia. The senior leads the Wildcats with seven goals this fall, including the first one of the season.

Field Hockey: Wildcats split pair of contests with top-10 opponents

September 23, 2013

Field Hockey: Wildcats put winning streak on the line against top-10 foes

September 19, 2013

Women’s Golf: Kaitlin Park leads Wildcats to strong showing in Michigan

September 18, 2013

Men’s Golf: Northwestern stumbles to last-place finish at Olympia Fields

September 15, 2013

Northwestern extends men’s tennis coach Arvid Swan’s contract through 2017

August 22, 2013

Northwestern extends contracts of coaches Tracy Fuchs, Claire Pollard

August 20, 2013

Northwestern extends women’s basketball coach Joe McKeown’s contract through 2017

August 15, 2013

Northwestern extends women’s golf coach Emily Fletcher’s contract through 2015

August 12, 2013

Football: Fitzgerald vows to push Wildcats to their limits in summer training

August 8, 2013

Northwestern extends softball coach Kate Drohan’s contract through 2018

August 8, 2013

Northwestern extends wrestling coach Drew Pariano’s contract through 2018

August 6, 2013
Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald watches from the sideline during a game last season. On Wednesday, he told reporters he is not worried about living up to the growing expectations for the Wildcats this season.

Football: Fitzgerald doesn’t sweat national buzz at Big Ten media day

July 24, 2013
Updated: Walfish: With preseason recognition, Wildcats ready for national stage

Updated: Walfish: With preseason recognition, Wildcats ready for national stage

July 18, 2013

Big Ten announces first 9-game conference slates

July 11, 2013
Walfish: Big Ten 'taking it too far' with new process for bowl selection

Walfish: Big Ten ‘taking it too far’ with new process for bowl selection

June 26, 2013

Northwestern alumni pledge $5 million to renovate Rocky Miller Park

June 10, 2013
Pittsburgh-based rapper Wiz Khalifa performs Saturday night on the Lakefill as Dillo Day's headliner. He went on stage after a four-hour delay due to weather.

After long delays, headliners close rainy Dillo Day

June 2, 2013
Best place to get Northwestern gear: Campus Gear

Best place to get Northwestern gear: Campus Gear

May 29, 2013
Best place to see a Northwestern athlete: SPAC

Best place to see a Northwestern athlete: SPAC

May 29, 2013
Best place for dinner with your parents: Tapas Barcelona

Best place for dinner with your parents: Tapas Barcelona

May 29, 2013

Best place to go after an Northwestern game: Buffalo Wild Wings

May 29, 2013
Northwestern's new men's basketball coach Chris Collins sat down with The Daily on Tuesday to discuss his vision for the Wildcats. Collins said he wants to build a relationship with the student body in order to get them excited for the season, which starts on Nov. 9.

Men’s Basketball: How Chris Collins’ first 2 months helped shape future of Northwestern basketball

May 28, 2013
Walfish: Northwestern's 2013 lacrosse season not a complete loss

Walfish: Northwestern’s 2013 lacrosse season not a complete loss

May 27, 2013
Weinberg sophomore Barbara Leary dances at Hillel and Alianza's joint Bat Mitzvanera. The event combined Latino and Jewish coming-of-age traditions.

Alianza, Hillel team up to put on Bat Mitzvanera

May 27, 2013
Walfish: Welcome to 'Kelly Amonte Hiller Weekend'

Walfish: Welcome to ‘Kelly Amonte Hiller Weekend’

May 23, 2013
Mari Majam (right) and her three sisters all play softball and all have or will play college softball. Allison Majam (bottom) graduated from Colorado State in 2010, Kelly Majam (top) just finished her senior season at Hawaii and Grayce Majam verbally committed to the University of Mississippi, which she will attend beginning in the 2014-15 academic year.

Softball: Majam family bonds over love of diamond

May 22, 2013

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern releases 2013-14 non-conference schedule

May 21, 2013
Walfish: Kelly Amonte Hiller a once-in-a-lifetime coach

Walfish: Kelly Amonte Hiller a once-in-a-lifetime coach

May 20, 2013
Northwestern midfielder Alyssa Leonard dives to score a goal. The junior tied her career high with 4 goals in the 15-7 win over Penn State.

Lacrosse: Northwestern routs Penn State to advance to 9th straight Final Four

May 18, 2013

Football: Big Ten releases 2014 schedule

May 16, 2013
Walfish: Use of selection committees risks contradictory decisions

Walfish: Use of selection committees risks contradictory decisions

May 14, 2013
Former Northwestern wide receiver Demetrius Fields was signed by the Chicago Bears on Monday. He caught 114 passes for more than 1,200 yards and 7 touchdowns in his career.

Football: Chicago Bears sign former Northwestern receiver Demetrius Fields

May 13, 2013
University President Morton Schapiro jokes with actress Jamie Gertz on Thursday afternoon at Annie May Swift Hall. Gertz held a screening of her film, “Keeping Up with the Steins,” and chatted with Schapiro about the role of Judaism in entertainment.

Actress Jami Gertz discusses being Jewish in entertainment industry

May 9, 2013
Walfish: Northwestern ready to face heat in Big Ten kitchen

Walfish: Northwestern ready to face heat in Big Ten kitchen

May 6, 2013
Northwestern quarterback Kain Colter is best known for his exploits on the gridiron, but he says his best sport his golf. He is a fan of Tiger Woods and his grandfather said he wanted Colter to be the next incarnation of the famous golfer.

Football: Kain Colter excelling on different green this offseason

May 6, 2013
ETHS graduate Philip Strunk was recently nominated for the U.S. Air Force Academy.

ETHS graduate gets second chance at military life

May 5, 2013
Walfish: Give women's golf some love, Wildcats fans

Walfish: Give women’s golf some love, Wildcats fans

May 1, 2013

Updated: World of Beer calls off Illinois’ Coaches Caravan stop

May 1, 2013
World of Beer cancels Illinois coaches' event

World of Beer cancels Illinois coaches’ event

May 1, 2013
Sophomore Olivia Duehr batted the No. 9 spot for NU against DePaul. Her 1 hit of the contest was a 2-out double to right-center field that gained the Cats 2 runs.

Softball: Northwestern holds on to crucial win over DePaul

April 30, 2013
Walfish: Northwestern makes out like bandits with new divisions

Walfish: Northwestern makes out like bandits with new divisions

April 30, 2013
Northwestern pitcher Meghan Lamberth got the crucial hit in Sunday’s win over Purdue. The senior also threw a complete game in the Wildcats’ 4-1 win over the Boilermakers on Saturday.

Softball: Northwestern uses sixth-inning rallies to sweep Purdue

April 29, 2013

Football: Wildcats set to host Buckeyes in prime-time matchup

April 29, 2013

Illinois athletic event in Evanston stirs controversy

April 26, 2013
Northwestern softball coaches Kate and Caryl Drohan (left to right in center with gray shirts) won their 400th game at NU earlier this year. The identical twins miss talking to their dad after softball games about the contests.

Softball: Drohans unite in face of sickness, death

April 25, 2013
Northwestern outfielder Kristin Scharkey scored a run in both of the Wildcats’ games Wednesday. The senior had a .500 on-base percentage in the doubleheader.

Softball: Offense stagnates as Northwestern drops pair to Wisconsin

April 24, 2013
Walfish: Lacrosse's loss to Florida will serve as inspiration for Northwestern

Walfish: Lacrosse’s loss to Florida will serve as inspiration for Northwestern

April 23, 2013
Walfish: Wrigley Field proves to be 'Friendly Confines' for Wildcats

Walfish: Wrigley Field proves to be ‘Friendly Confines’ for Wildcats

April 21, 2013
Senior forward Drew Crawford announced today he is staying with the Wildcats after receiving a medical hardship waiver to play a fifth season.

Men’s Basketball: Senior forward Drew Crawford staying at Northwestern

April 19, 2013

Women’s Tennis: Northwestern ends season with Hoosier State opponents

April 18, 2013
Walfish: Sports is chicken soup for Boston's soul

Walfish: Sports is chicken soup for Boston’s soul

April 17, 2013
Tony Jones catches a pass for a touchdown against Penn State. Jones will anchor a deep corps of receivers for Northwestern in 2013.

Football: Tony Jones discusses music, study habits

April 17, 2013
Northwestern defensive end Tyler Scott said he has to work on being more of a vocal leader. The senior led the Wildcats with 9 sacks last season.

Football: Fitzgerald changes spring practice, happy with results

April 15, 2013

Women’s Tennis: Wildcats shake off loss, prepare for weekend roadtrip

April 11, 2013
ESPN reporter Adam Schefter (MSJ '90) imparted career advice on a packed crowd at the McCormick Tribune Center Forum. It is his first trip to Evanston since he left in 1990.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter returns to Northwestern to discuss career, give job tips

April 10, 2013
Walfish: Northwestern demonstrates good rivalry etiquette

Walfish: Northwestern demonstrates good rivalry etiquette

April 10, 2013

Football: Chance Carter talks love for hockey, advantages of being close to home

April 8, 2013
Northwestern pitcher Amy Letourneau threw her second no-hitter in as many weeks in Friday's 8-0 win over Illinois. The sophomore has a team-low 1.66 ERA in 20 appearances in the circle.

Softball: Northwestern’s Amy Letourneau notches second no-hitter in two weeks in sweep of Illinois

April 7, 2013

Men’s Basketball: Tavaras Hardy stays on Northwestern staff

April 5, 2013

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern athletic department showcases lighter side with Chris Collins announcement

April 3, 2013
Northwestern sophomore Amy Letourneau won both the Louisville Slugger/NFCA and USA Softball College player of the week honors for the week of March 25-31. Letourneau no-hit Minnesota in a 6-2 win Friday and hit .750 for the weekend.

Softball: Amy Letourneau sweeps national weekly accolades

April 2, 2013
Walfish: Chris Collins understands Northwestern's needs

Walfish: Chris Collins understands Northwestern’s needs

April 2, 2013
Chris Collins (left) watches a Duke game with fellow coaches Mike Krzyzewski and Steve Wojciechowski. Collins was named Northwestern's head basketball coach Wednesday.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern to introduce new coach Chris Collins on Tuesday

April 1, 2013
Chris Collins (left) watches a Duke game with fellow coaches Mike Krzyzewski and Steve Wojciechowski. Collins was named Northwestern's head basketball coach Wednesday.

Men’s Basketball: Duke’s Chris Collins named next Northwestern head coach

March 27, 2013
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