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

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

The Daily Northwestern

Yahya Thomas wrestles an opponent. The junior dominated against Purdues Trey Kruse in the Season Opener, winning a 13-3 major decision.

Wrestling: On the mat for the first time in 314 days, Purdue steamrolls Northwestern

January 16, 2021

Ten months since the last time anyone has taken to the mat in a Northwestern singlet, coach Matt Storniolo led his team in a season opening battle against Purdue. The two teams were set to face off for...

Ryan Deakin wrestles an opponent. The redshirt senior was the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the country at 157 pounds last season.

Wrestling: Northwestern set to be led by All-American Ryan Deakin

August 16, 2020

Wrestling For most of the 2019-20 season, Northwestern was led by one of the best 1-2 combinations in wrestling: Sebastian Rivera at 133 pounds and Ryan Deakin at 157 pounds. The two were brilliant:...

 Sebastian Rivera competes against Nebraska. The former Northwestern wrestler and New Jersey native is transferring to Rutgers for his final season of eligibility.

Wrestling: Sebastian Rivera joins Rutgers as graduate transfer

June 28, 2020

Wrestling Sebastian Rivera is going home. The former Northwestern wrestler and New Jersey native announced on Instagram Friday that he is transferring to Rutgers for his final season of eligibility. Under...

Sebastian Rivera competes against Nebraska. Rivera returned from an injury last weekend against Maryland.

Wrestling: Cats prepare for final stretch of grueling season

February 20, 2020

Wrestling This season, no win has come easy for an injury-riddled Northwestern in college wrestling’s toughest conference. However, the Wildcats have a chance to return to form as the home stretch...

Ryan Deakin wrestles in a 2018 match. The redshirt junior took home the Midlands title at 157 pounds for the second consecutive year.

Wrestling: Cats show off depth in strong December

January 9, 2020

Wrestling Northwestern finished 2019 with a strong December, showing off its depth in a pair of tournaments during the holiday season. On Dec. 6 and 7, the No. 13 Wildcats (2-1, 0-0 Big Ten) placed...

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