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Northwestern Women’s Basketball Returns to Big Ten Play With Road Test at Washington

Northwestern Women’s Basketball Returns to Big Ten Play With Road Test at Washington

The holiday break is over, and for Northwestern women’s basketball, it is time to dive back into the grind of Big Ten play. After wrapping up non-conference action earlier in the month, the Wildcats return to league competition with a demanding road test in the Pacific Northwest.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 29
Northwestern Football Stays Perfect in Bowls, Rolls Past Central Michigan for Sixth Straight Win

Northwestern Football Stays Perfect in Bowls, Rolls Past Central Michigan for Sixth Straight Win

Northwestern football continues to own the postseason spotlight. On Friday afternoon at Ford Field, the Wildcats delivered a dominant 34–7 win. It was over Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 26
Northwestern blows out Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl

Northwestern blows out Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl

Northwestern led 34-0 after three quarters, with CMU getting on the board late in the fourth. 

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Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction & Odds | GameAbove Sports Bowl – Dec 26

Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction & Odds | GameAbove Sports Bowl – Dec 26

When the Northwestern Wildcats and Central Michigan Chippewas meet at Ford Field for the GameAbove Sports Bowl it will be early. Both teams know it will be key to come in wide awake and plan on scoring as both  can get the ball in the end zone often.  The similarities are striking, but the motivation is distinct for each side.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 26
Central Michigan vs. Northwestern Prediction: GameAbove Sports Bowl Preview

Central Michigan vs. Northwestern Prediction: GameAbove Sports Bowl Preview

Central Michigan and Northwestern have only met once before, but that will change when they share the field in the GameAbove Sports Bowl on Friday at Ford Field.

College Football News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 23
'I’m always going to bet on myself,' Says Hayden Eligon II, Fuelling a Breakout Sophomore Season

'I’m always going to bet on myself,' Says Hayden Eligon II, Fuelling a Breakout Sophomore Season

In college football, potential only matters when it turns into production. For Northwestern wide receiver Hayden Eligon II, that transformation arrived right on time.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 22
Northwestern Wildcats Volleyball Adds Transfer Mara Stiglic Ahead of Winter Quarter

Northwestern Wildcats Volleyball Adds Transfer Mara Stiglic Ahead of Winter Quarter

Northwestern volleyball is welcoming the new year with a major addition. Especially the one that could shape the program’s future in the Big Ten. Head coach Tim Nollan announced on Monday that undergraduate transfer Mara Stiglic has officially joined the Wildcats ahead of the winter quarter.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 22
Northwestern Women's Basketball Close Non-Conference Play with Road Loss at George Washington

Northwestern Women's Basketball Close Non-Conference Play with Road Loss at George Washington

The Northwestern Wildcats closed out their non-conference schedule Sunday afternoon. And with a challenging road test in the nation’s capital, they fell 75-62 to George Washington at the Charles E.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 21
Northwestern Women’s Basketball Heads for Non-Conference Finale Against George Washington

Northwestern Women’s Basketball Heads for Non-Conference Finale Against George Washington

Northwestern women’s basketball is set for one final non-conference test before diving back into Big Ten play. The Wildcats enter Sunday’s matchup at 6-5 overall and 0-1 in conference action.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 21
Northwestern Men’s Basketball Edged by Butler in Gritty Defensive Clash

Northwestern Men’s Basketball Edged by Butler in Gritty Defensive Clash

Northwestern men’s basketball found itself locked in a bruising, low-scoring battle. It happened on Saturday afternoon, falling 61–58 to Butler at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 19
Northwestern Field Hockey’s Maddie Zimmer Named NFHCA National Player of the Year

Northwestern Field Hockey’s Maddie Zimmer Named NFHCA National Player of the Year

In NCAA Division I field hockey, individual greatness is rare, and sustained greatness is almost unheard of. On Thursday morning, Northwestern graduate midfielder Maddie Zimmer once again etched her name into the sport’s highest tier.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Big Ten Network / December 18
Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 17
Northwestern Women’s Basketball About to Face Key In-State Test Against Loyola Chicago

Northwestern Women’s Basketball About to Face Key In-State Test Against Loyola Chicago

The Northwestern Wildcats are searching for a turning point, and Thursday afternoon offers a timely chance to find it. Riding a four-game losing streak, Northwestern women’s basketball enters a pivotal in-state matchup.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 17
Northwestern Men's Basketball Defeats Valparaiso at Welsh-Ryan Arena

Northwestern Men's Basketball Defeats Valparaiso at Welsh-Ryan Arena

The Northwestern Wildcats delivered exactly what they needed on Tuesday night. Playing their second game in four days, Northwestern men’s basketball earned an 86–70 victory over Valparaiso at Welsh-Ryan Arena.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Big Ten Network / December 16
Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 15
Caroline Lau Becomes Seventh Northwestern Player to Record 500 Career Assists

Caroline Lau Becomes Seventh Northwestern Player to Record 500 Career Assists

Caroline Lau has always made the game easier for everyone around her. On Sunday afternoon in Salt Lake City, the Northwestern guard turned that steady, selfless style into history.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 15
Northwestern Women’s Basketball Stumbles After Halftime in Loss to Utah

Northwestern Women’s Basketball Stumbles After Halftime in Loss to Utah

Northwestern women’s basketball ran into a harsh second-half reality on Sunday afternoon in Salt Lake City. It was because the Wildcats saw a competitive opening half dissolve into a decisive 91–66 loss to Utah.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 14
Northwestern Men's Basketball Bounces Back With 93-53 Win Over Jackson State

Northwestern Men's Basketball Bounces Back With 93-53 Win Over Jackson State

Northwestern men’s basketball needed a response, and they delivered one pretty smoothly. After a rough stretch that included three straight losses and visible defensive breakdowns, the Wildcats reasserted control.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Big Ten Network / December 13
College Basketball News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 13
Northwestern Men’s Basketball Welcomes Jackson State as Non-conference Slate Rolls On

Northwestern Men’s Basketball Welcomes Jackson State as Non-conference Slate Rolls On

Northwestern men’s basketball continues to lean into an encouraging early-season rhythm as the Wildcats push through a demanding non-conference schedule.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 13
Northwestern’s Maddie Zimmer Earns NFHCA Field Hockey Player of the Year Honors

Northwestern’s Maddie Zimmer Earns NFHCA Field Hockey Player of the Year Honors

Northwestern field hockey continues to set the standard nationally. Once again, Maddie Zimmer stands at the center of it all. The graduate student and team captain has been named the NFHCA West Region Player of the Year for the second straight season.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 8
Northwestern Women's Basketball Nearly Stuns Ohio State in Down-to-the-Wire Battle

Northwestern Women's Basketball Nearly Stuns Ohio State in Down-to-the-Wire Battle

The Big Ten opener at Welsh-Ryan Arena turned into a thrilling showcase of grit and one unforgettable scoring performance. The Northwestern Wildcats pushed No.

Northwestern Wildcats News / Northwestern Wildcats On SI / December 7
Northwestern Women’s Basketball vs Ohio State: How to Watch, TV Channel & Stream

Northwestern Women’s Basketball vs Ohio State: How to Watch, TV Channel & Stream

The Northwestern Wildcats are opening their 18-game Big Ten Conference journey on Sunday afternoon, December 7. They are about to have a showdown against the No.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / September 1
Northwestern Basketball 2025-26 Preview: Put Up Or Shut Up

Northwestern Basketball 2025-26 Preview: Put Up Or Shut Up

Since his hire in 2013, Northwestern head coach Chris Collins has proven to be a magnificent leader for the Wildcats basketball program. Leading the men’s team to three NCAA tournament appearances, as well as three consecutive winning seasons, he’s done plenty to make them competitive.

Pat Fitzgerald News / Larry Brown Sports / August 21
Pat Fitzgerald reaches settlement in lawsuit against Northwestern

Pat Fitzgerald reaches settlement in lawsuit against Northwestern

Pat Fitzgerald was fired by Northwestern two years ago following allegations of hazing, but the school has now admitted that its former head football coach had no prior knowledge of the behavior.

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