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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


Sophomore outside hitter Lily Wagner spikes the ball over the net against No. 2 Nebraska Sunday.

Volleyball: Northwestern drops match against Illinois, loses to No. 2 Nebraska in first sellout in program history

November 4, 2024

Northwestern dropped its weekend matches against Illinois and No. 2 Nebraska at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mirroring their Oct. 6 loss to their in-state rivals on Friday, the Wildcats (4-16, 2-10 Big Ten) won...

Senior middle blocker Leilani Dodson tallied six blocks and seven kills Wednesday.

Volleyball: Northwestern falls in four sets to No. 1 Nebraska

November 9, 2023

Northwestern put up a good fight against No. 1 Nebraska Wednesday, but it wasn’t enough.  The Wildcats (11-14, 5-10 Big Ten) were defeated by the Cornhuskers (24-0, 15-0 Big Ten) in Lincoln. Reigning...

A woman wearing a purple-and-white jersey goes to bump a volleyball.

Volleyball: Why I Play: Megan Miller talks volleyball career, Northwestern’s growth

September 26, 2022

When graduate libero Megan Miller arrived at Northwestern in 2020, she made an immediate impact, even amid a season shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic. A transfer from Nebraska, Miller recorded a team-high...

Person wearing volleyball uniform prepares to spike a ball in midair.

Volleyball: Northwestern looks to break out with veterans and best-ever recruiting class

August 12, 2022

This fall represents Northwestern’s greatest opportunity for a breakout season in recent years. At first glance, coach Shane Davis’ team is once again facing choppy waters. The Wildcats are in search...

Sophomore outside hitter Temi Thomas-Ailara performs a hit against Nebraska. She finished second in the Big Ten in kills per set last season.

Volleyball: The Cats hope to improve with a conference-only schedule

August 16, 2020

Volleyball The 2019 season was one of the most disappointing seasons for Northwestern in recent history. The Wildcats had a 9-3 record entering conference play, but they dropped their first 10 Big...

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