Skyler Kisellus

DeKALB — A drought that lasted nearly nine years came to an emphatic end Sunday afternoon, as NIU completed a three-game weekend sweep of Mid-American Conference foe Kent State at Mary M. Bell Field.

Catcher receives first league honor after well-rounded week against Ball State, Kent State

For Quinn Urwiler , uphill battles are nothing new. When he first arrived at NIU as a transfer from North Dakota in 2022, Urwiler found himself near the bottom of a crowded linebacker depth chart.

After a weekend full of wins for NIU sports, hosts Skyler Kisellus and Joseph Segreti are joined by Incoming Sports Editor Kristopher Houston and Sports Reporter Aiyana Riley to break down the Huskies' successes.

DeKALB — For years, NIU's annual Spring Showcase has felt like more of a glorified practice. This year, it actually felt like a game — and it came down to the final play.

NIU sophomore quarterback Brady Davidson throws a pass as redshirt senior quarterback Jalen Macon watches before the team's Spring Showcase on Saturday at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb.

DeKALB — The defense was one of the few saving graces for NIU a season ago, but that unit will look much different in 2026.

I've always had a hard time saying goodbye. Not just because of what it means, but also because of when I've had to say it.

Callie Countryman (20) of the 16U Sycos pitches during the game on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Storm Dayz tournament held at the Community Park in Sycamore. (David Toney for Shaw Local News /David Toney)

DeKALB — For the second time in three weeks, an NIU softball player has received weekly honors from the Mid-American Conference. After putting together a strong performance behind and at the plate, senior catcher Rylie Hartman was named the MAC Softball Player of the Week, as announced by the league office Tuesday. Hartman helped lead...