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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


Northwestern midfielder Taylor Thornton has scored 28 goals this season. The Wildcats are seeking their eighth national title in nine years this weekend.

Lacrosse: Northwestern looks to demonstrate growth in 9th Final Four appearance

May 23, 2013

It is only fitting that Northwestern drew North Carolina for its semifinal matchup, the first game of the Wildcats' ninth consecutive trip to the Final Four. Friday afternoon's contest in Philadelphia...

Northwestern midfielder Ali Cassera is trading in her lacrosse stick for a basketball next academic year. The senior will use her fifth year of eligibility to play basketball at Division III Montclair State next fall.

Lacrosse: Four years later, Ali Cassera switches sports to fulfill high school dreams

May 20, 2013

Here at Northwestern, senior midfielder Ali Cassera is one of seven seniors who will lead the Wildcats into their Final Four matchup against North Carolina on Friday. Back home in Fairfield, N.J., she...

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

It took No. 2 Northwestern four minutes to score, and from there the Wildcats never let up. NU scored five times before Penn State even manufactured a shot as the Cats advanced to their ninth consecutive...

Northwestern midfielder Ali Cassera was one of three Wildcats to score a hat trick in Saturday’s win over Stanford. The seniors are the only class currently on the NU roster which has lost a national championship game.

Lacrosse: Northwestern enters treacherous elite eight, takes on Penn State in quarterfinals

May 16, 2013

No. 2 Northwestern already booted second-round matchup Stanford from the NCAA Tournament with ease. On Saturday, the Wildcats (18-2) compete against No. 7 Penn State (14-6), a team they have already faced...

Northwestern women’s golf team combined to shoot 4-under par in the final round Saturday to advance to the NCAA Championships. It is the second time in program history, the Wildcats have made it to the championship.

Women’s Golf: Strong closing kick propels Wildcats to NCAA Championships

May 13, 2013

In a field packed with top-tier squads, Northwestern needed a stellar week of play to keep its season alive. And that is exactly what happened. The Wildcats advanced to the NCAA Championships for...

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