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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

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

The Daily Northwestern


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Lacrosse: What to watch for: No. 1 Northwestern prepares for final battle against No. 3 Boston College

May 27, 2023

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — When No. 1 Northwestern and No. 3 Boston College met 97 days ago, the contest provided what coach Kelly Amonte Hiller called “a gift to the sport.” The Wildcats (20-1, 6-0...

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Lacrosse: Epstein: No. 1 Northwestern’s collective strength, unity clinches first Championship Sunday shot since 2012

May 26, 2023

CARY, N.C. — Entering Friday’s Final Four faceoff, no team had crossed No. 5 Denver and lived to tell the tale without a blemish on its record. The premier power west of the Mississippi River had...

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Rapid Recap: No. 1 Northwestern 15, No. 5 Denver 7

May 26, 2023

CARY, NC — From the moment the 2023 campaign kicked off just over 100 days ago, every team dreamed of reaching the big stage — the NCAA Tournament semifinal. Perennial powers pittered out, new stars...

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Lacrosse: Varnes: No. 1 Northwestern’s defense clicking ahead of NCAA semifinal

May 25, 2023

Competing against then-No. 1 North Carolina in mid-March, Northwestern’s defense played with ease.  Players were aggressive in transition and honed in on defense, causing turnovers to keep the Tar...

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Lacrosse: What to watch for: No. 1 Northwestern gears up for Final Four encounter with No. 5 Denver

May 25, 2023

Almost a year ago, the Lake Show sprung out to a seven-goal lead in the NCAA Tournament semifinal over then-No. 1 North Carolina. The midwestern powerhouse stood just 15 minutes away from its first championship...

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