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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


Erin Fitzgerald looks to score on senior day. Fitzgerald led Northwestern's offense this year with 59 goals, while juniors such as Kat DeRonda, Kelly Rich, and Kate Macdonald played supporting roles.

Lacrosse: Northwestern plays a solid season, disappoints in tournament

May 29, 2013

Northwestern had its shortest season since 2005 this year after failing to advance past its quarterfinal matchup against North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament. The regular season also tested the Wildcats...

Walfish: Northwestern's 2013 lacrosse season not a complete loss

Walfish: Northwestern’s 2013 lacrosse season not a complete loss

May 27, 2013

It started as anger, but the emotions just got worse. I was furious most of Friday night. I was disappointed Saturday. I was frustrated Sunday. By the time the first overtime started Sunday night, I...

Taylor Thornton runs away from North Carolina defenders during Northwestern's semifinal match against the Tar Heels. Thornton was held scoreless during the Wildcats' 11-4 loss.

Lacrosse: Northwestern’s season ends with Final Four loss to North Carolina

May 24, 2013

Exactly four years after Northwestern defeated North Carolina in 2009 to take its fifth NCAA title, the No. 2 Wildcats fell to the No. 3 Tar Heels 11-4 on Friday. NU did not play in the tournament's...

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...

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