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SB Nation's Northwestern site, with free coverage and analysis of Wildcat sports. Run by Yanyan Li, Harris Horowitz and Miguel Munoz
Who wins at Wrigley, the Wildcats or the Wolverines? We take a look at the paths to victory for both.
Why Northwestern will/won’t beat Michigan
Who wins at Wrigley, the Wildcats or the Wolverines? We take a look at the paths to victory for both.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Northwestern football is in the depths of its schedule. The challenge isn’t yet done, but USC is a different beast. Here’s a look into the film behind NU’s loss on Friday night:
Friday night lights that felt too bright: Week 11 film room
Northwestern football is in the depths of its schedule. The challenge isn’t yet done, but USC is a different beast. Here’s a look into the film behind NU’s loss on Friday night.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Northwestern women's soccer is back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since its Sweet 16 run in 2022. The 'Cats face No. 8 Alabama in Tuscaloosa on Friday at 6 p.m. CT. With a stout defense and veteran leadership, can NU pull off another upset?
2025 NCAA Women’s Soccer Tournament Preview
Northwestern women’s soccer is back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since its Sweet 16 run in 2022. The ‘Cats face No. 8 Alabama in Tuscaloosa on Friday at 6 p.m. CT. With a stout defense an...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Northwestern field hockey begins its quest for back-to-back national titles tomorrow. Before that, here’s all you need to know about the upcoming NCAA Tournament:
Answering all your questions about the 2025 NCAA Field Hockey Tournament
Northwestern field hockey begins its quest for back-to-back national titles tomorrow. Before that, here’s all you need to know about the upcoming NCAA Tournament:
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November 13, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The ‘Cats are once again at a crossroads with three games to go and one win necessary.
Where We Are Wednesday: Week 11
The ‘Cats are once again at a crossroads with three games to go and one win necessary.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Northwestern field hockey will embark on its 2025 NCAA Tournament journey in two days.

But before that, let’s talk about what led to the Wildcats’ second Big Ten Tournament title in three years.
The Northwestern field hockey notebook, Week 11
Northwestern field hockey will embark on its 2025 NCAA Tournament journey in two days. But before that, let’s talk about what led to the Wildcats’ second Big Ten Tournament title in three years.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:16 PM
NU men's soccer closes the season at 8-6-3, missing the Big Ten Tournament for the second straight year.

Now, it’s time to build on that.
Men’s Soccer: Flashes of brilliance, but consistency remains elusive
Northwestern men’s soccer closes the season at 8-6-3, missing the Big Ten Tournament for the second straight year. The ‘Cats showed flashes in upsetting No. 17 Indiana and pulling off comeback wins, b...
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November 12, 2025 at 8:44 PM
After a big upset victory, Northwestern women’s tennis fell in the ITA Central Sectional quarterfinals in College Station.
Women’s Tennis: Dagan Fruchtman and Feldman come up short of NCAA Tournament qualification at ITA Central Sectional
After a big upset victory, Northwestern women’s tennis fell in the ITA Central Sectional quarterfinals in College Station.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Omar Cooper Jr. saved the day for Indiana, while pouring rain in Iowa City and Madison created B1G mayhem.
Big Ten Power Rankings, Week Eleven
Omar Cooper Jr. saved the day for Indiana, while pouring rain in Iowa City and Madison created B1G mayhem.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Northwestern men’s basketball beat Cleveland State in blowout fashion on Monday night, 110-63. This team is playing with more mojo than ever.

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These are some cool ‘Cats
Northwestern men’s basketball beat Cleveland State in blowout fashion on Monday night, 110-63. This team is playing with more mojo than ever.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Big Ten basketball is back and better than ever. Between a couple marquee matchups and standout performances, here's everything you missed from Week One of CBB.

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Big Ten Weekly: A joyous first week of college hoops
Big Ten basketball is back and better than ever. Between a couple marquee matchups and standout performances, here everything you missed from Week One of CBB.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Northwestern football head coach David Braun spoke to media ahead of the ‘Cats upcoming contest against No. 18 Michigan. Here’s what he said:

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David Braun’s Michigan game week press conference notes
Northwestern football head coach David Braun spoke to media ahead of the ‘Cats upcoming contest against No. 18 Michigan. Here’s what he said:
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November 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Northwestern enters Saturday’s matchup at Wrigley Field looking for its sixth win and its first-ever victory there. Michigan’s rushing attack will be a major test, but NU has a path to pull the upset.

Here are three keys for the ’Cats to win on Saturday.

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Three keys for Northwestern football vs. Michigan
Northwestern enters Saturday’s matchup at Wrigley Field looking for its sixth win and its first-ever victory there. Michigan’s rushing attack will be a major test, but NU has a path to pull the upset....
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November 11, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Northwestern cruised to its third straight win to open the season, this time with an offensive masterclass against Cleveland State.
Rapid Reaction: Northwestern men’s basketball overpowers Cleveland State from start to finish in home victory
Northwestern cruised to its third straight win to open the season, this time with an offensive masterclass against Cleveland State.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Northwestern men’s basketball faces off against Cleveland State tonight in search of its third straight win to open the year. Here’s everything you’ll need to know about tonight’s matchup:
Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern men’s basketball vs. Cleveland State: TV, radio, betting line, injury report
Northwestern men’s basketball faces off against Cleveland State tonight in search of its third straight win to open the year. Here’s everything you’ll need to know about tonight’s matchup:
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November 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Northwestern women’s soccer officially returns to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022. The ‘Cats match up with No. 8 Alabama in the first round.
BREAKING: Northwestern women’s soccer makes its first NCAA Tournament since 2022
The long-awaited return has arrived at last.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:36 PM
One week up, one week down. Big Ten hoops are back, and with it we’ve got a new bracketology projection.
Big Ten Bracketology, Week 1: Hoosier Hysteria
One week up, one week down. Big Ten hoops are back, and with it we’ve got a new bracketology projection.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:51 PM
In yet another week of chaos, the Big Ten had some of the closest games of the week.
Around the Big Ten: Week 11
In yet another week of chaos, the Big Ten had some of the closest games of the week.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM
What to think of Northwestern’s valiant effort in the Coliseum ahead of another ranked matchup this coming weekend.
Three Takeaways from Northwestern football’s Friday loss at USC
What to think of Northwestern’s valiant effort in the Coliseum ahead of another ranked matchup this coming weekend.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Northwestern field hockey’s 18-1 season and Big Ten sweep were not enough, as it won’t host the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2021.

The Wildcats can still prove worthy by beating everyone in its way.
After Big Ten sweep, Northwestern field hockey enters the NCAA Tournament with more to fight for
Northwestern field hockey’s 18-1 season and Big Ten sweep were not enough, as it won’t host the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2021. The Wildcats can still prove worthy by beating everyone i...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Two steps forward, two steps back. A recurring theme for Northwestern volleyball, and one that may cost them as they continue to seek an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. Matt Campbell recaps last week’s losses for the purple and white.
Volleyball: ‘Cats fall to No. 17 USC, UCLA on West Coast road trip
Two steps forward, two steps back. A recurring theme for Northwestern volleyball, and one that may cost them as they continue to seek an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. Matt Campbell recaps last ...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Led by Grace Sullivan’s 25 points, Northwestern improves to 2-0 on the season with a win over the SIUE Cougars.
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Rapid Reaction: Sullivan’s big day spurs Northwestern women’s basketball’s 64-51 win win
Led by Grace Sullivan’s 25 points, Northwestern improves to 2-0 on the season with a win over the SIUE Cougars.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Northwestern women’s basketball will take on the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars at 2 p.m. Here’s how to follow.
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Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern women’s basketball vs. SIUE: TV, radio, streaming, injury report
Northwestern women’s basketball will take on the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars at 2 p.m. Here’s how to follow.
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November 9, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Northwestern field hockey is once again the Big Ten Tournament champions, defeating Iowa 3-0 in Sunday’s final.
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Rapid Reaction: Northwestern field hockey tops Iowa 3-0 to win the Big Ten Tournament
Northwestern field hockey is once again the Big Ten Tournament champions, defeating Iowa 3-0 in Sunday’s final.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Northwestern men’s soccer closes out the season with a 2-1 comeback win over Ohio State. Andrew Johnson equalized in the 58th minute off a free-kick rebound, then Aaron O'Reilly sealed it in the 83rd on a breakaway finish.
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Men’s Soccer: Northwestern rallies past Ohio State 2-1 to close out season
Northwestern men’s soccer closes out the season with a 2-1 comeback win over Ohio State. Andrew Johnson equalized in the 58th minute off a free-kick rebound, then Aaron O’Reilly sealed it in the 83rd ...
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November 8, 2025 at 7:23 PM