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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


Men’s Swimming: Jovanovic ready to start journey as a Wildcat

October 17, 2013

Once upon a time, an impressively tall man from Lake Forest, Ill. found his way to the the Sports Pavillion and Aquatics Center and set the pool on fire. His name was Matt Grevers, and he became an...

Freshman breaststroker Van Donkersgoed went from being on the Junior National team to nearly losing it all within a blink of an eye.

Men’s Swimming: Van Donkersgoed overcomes migraines to fulfill dream

April 8, 2013

For a stretch in his life, Van Donkersgoed was afraid of what tomorrow would bring. “My life was consumed by pain,” he said. “It was all about how am I going to get through the next day.” Donkersgoed...

Freshman Jordan Wilimovsky competes during the freestyle at home. Wilimovsky broke the Northwestern record in the 1,650 freestyle at the Big Ten Championships.

Men’s Swimming: Stephens, Wildcats finish strong at Big Ten Championships but fall to ninth place finish

March 3, 2013

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Coach Jarod Schroeder brought his team together before the preliminary races on the last day of the Big Ten Championships for one last meeting. He told them this final day was meant...

Senior Charlie Rimkus competes during a meet in Evanston. The Wildcats will compete in the Big Ten Championships beginning Wednesday.

Men’s Swimming: Wildcats not backing down at Big Ten Championships

February 26, 2013

"Fight as a fist, not five fingers." That’s the mentality Northwestern will take with them when they compete in the Big Ten Championships this week in Bloomington, Ind. While the odds are stacked...

Freshman Jordan Wilimovsky competes during the 1650-yard distance freestyle. Wilimovksy is undefeated during that event during this season.

Men’s Swimming: Wildcats split dual meet on Senior Day

February 5, 2013

After senior Charlie Rimkus came in second in the 200-yard butterfly, he refused to get out of the pool. He looked around the Norris Aquatics Center at all the Northwestern fans in the stands cheering...

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