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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


With a newfound post game, center Alex Olah has emerged as one of Northwestern’s best players. The sophomore is averaging 9.1 points per game this season, and his .561 field goal percentage is seventh in the Big Ten.

Men’s Basketball: With a new post game, Alex Olah steps up his contributions

January 14, 2014

Alex Olah receives the ball with his back to the basket on the right block and an Illinois defender directly between him and the hoop. He pauses only slightly before backing into his man and pounding...

Freshman Ashley Deary has taken on a large role in Northwestern’s offense in her first season in Evanston. The point guard hopes to lead the Wildcats to a bounce-back win against Illinois on Wednesday, three days after a blowout loss to Minnesota.

Women’s Basketball: Wildcats hope to respond in delayed game against Fighting Illini

January 14, 2014

Northwestern heads into a battle of in-state rivals in need of a big win. After falling to Minnesota on Sunday, NU (11-5, 1-2 Big Ten) is set to host Illinois (7-9, 0-3) on Wednesday night at Welsh-Ryan...

Montero: Reflections on my last home game

Montero: Reflections on my last home game

November 24, 2013

It felt like 9 degrees outside, my feet had all but frozen solid in my tennis shoes, and the Wildcats were down 30-6. Obviously, it’s not what I had in mind when I imagined my last home football game. To...

Northwestern junior quarterback Trevor Siemian drops back to pass. Siemian played for an injured senior Kain Colter, who left the Wildcats' 30-6 loss to Michigan State on Saturday early in the first quarter.

Football: Michigan State dominates Northwestern in final home game for seniors

November 23, 2013

It’s been that kind of season for Northwestern. The Wildcats trailed Michigan State 7-3 in the second quarter Saturday when Spartans quarterback Connor Cook lofted a back-shoulder sideline floater...

Rapid Reaction: Michigan State 30, Northwestern 6

November 23, 2013

What went right: The passing attack showed a lot of improvement on Saturday against Michigan State. The Spartans are known for their stout defense and to see the Wildcats moving the ball down the field...

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