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Women’s soccer fights to tie in a demanding match

September 26, 2013

The winless women’s soccer team came from down a goal against the University of Maine on Friday in order to manage a 1-1 draw in their fourth overtime game of the season. The team came into the game touting a 0-5-2 record. Despite the persistent zero in the win column, the tie came as a relief after a physical match with a bigger, more experienced team.

With new additions, men’s club lacrosse gearing up for 2013

September 25, 2013

By Jodie Ng, News Correspondent When New Hampshire native Chris Tecca tried out for Northeastern men’s lacrosse team as a freshman, he was both nervous and excited. Now, he returns as captain and is among many returning seniors who are preparing for their last season. “We’re...

Northeastern introduces Mike Glavine as next head baseball coach

September 23, 2013

Mike Glavine will succeed long-time head coach Neil McPhee following the 2013 baseball season, the Northeastern Athletics Department announced in a press conference at Matthews Arena on Monday.

Crosstown rival BU shuts out men’s soccer

September 18, 2013

After successfully defending their 18-game unbeaten streak at Parsons Field last week, the Northeastern men’s soccer team hit the road for two contests against long-time non-conference rivals. On Saturday, Coach Brian Ainscough led the club to Providence, R.I. to take on the Friars.

Women’s soccer on the hunt for first 2013 win

September 18, 2013

On the way to what looked like it could be the first win of the 2013 season, the women’s soccer team went into halftime Thursday night with a 1-0 lead at Brown University, but they were stifled by the Bears in overtime and lost 2-1.

Want a steroid-free MLB? Adjust expectations when it comes to stats

September 18, 2013

While sitting in the cheap seats watching the Red Sox host the Detroit Tigers a few weeks ago, I was struck by some of the stats being posted on the Jumbotron as each new batter approached home plate. Of the 10 Boston hitters with a plate appearance that night, half were hitting below .250. Keep in mind, this is the team with the best record in baseball.

Lonergan adjusting to first season as college coach

September 18, 2013

The Northeastern cross country program recently welcomed a new assistant coach who, for the past 13 years, has helped elite middle- and long-distance runners achieve their Olympic dreams.

Coach Murtagh nabs 350th win as a Husky

September 18, 2013

Freshman midfielder Natalie Stewart netted two goals – including the first of her collegiate career – and coach Cheryl Murtagh notched her 350th win with the Huskies as the Northeastern field hockey team split a pair of decisions over the weekend, taking a 5-0 victory over Dartmouth College before falling 3-1 to the University of New Hampshire.

Volleyball fights through five-set matches at Aztec Invitational

September 18, 2013

As a Division I college athlete, endurance and strength are always put to the test. During the Aztec Invitational, no game was easy for Husky volleyball players, who played at least four sets in every match.

New field offers new opportunities for field hockey

September 12, 2013

After nearly a decade of playing at nearby Sweeney Field on the campus of Wentworth Institute of Technology, the Northeastern field hockey team was forced to find a new practice facility and a new home following the conclusion of the 2011 season.

Field hockey bounces back from loss with 2-1 road win

September 12, 2013

With lessons learned from the season’s first test against the nationally ranked Wildcats of Northwestern, the Northeastern field hockey team got back to its winning ways this past weekend. With goals from captains Lindsay Bennett and Caroline Judge, Northeastern held on for a 2-1 victory over Providence Sunday afternoon.

Cross country jumps start 2013 effort with pair of team wins

September 12, 2013

The Northeastern men’s and women’s cross country teams kicked off the fall season with a pair of team victories at the Nassaney Invitational in Smithfield, R.I. on Saturday.