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Under the Lights: Kelly Bacon

September 13, 2012

Junior outside hitter Kelly Bacon had a breakout performance last week at the Duke Classic tournament. The Temecula, Calif., native recorded 31 kills, 6 blocks, 5 aces and 31 digs.

Where to catch your Huskies this season

September 6, 2012

A round up of Northeastern Athletic facilities, complete with a map.

Senior forward propelling undefeated Huskies

September 6, 2012

As the Crimson (0-1-1) carried the ball over midfield, Anding fell to the ground and pounded the field in frustration – evidence of the fierce competitive spirit that has motivated him to be so successful early in the 2012 season.

Field hockey without home field advantage

September 6, 2012

Nearly a year and a half ago, Northeastern Athletic Director Peter Roby learned that things were changing at Wentworth's Sweeney Field that would ultimately affect Northeastern’s field hockey program. This season, the team is homeless and always on the road.

Burnett sees career-high saves in NU loss

September 6, 2012

Sophomore goalkeeper Paige Burnett’s career-high 12 saves weren’t enough to fend off the No. 6 Boston College Eagle offense as the Huskies fell 2-0 in Newton, Mass., Wednesday night.

Field hockey knocks off top ranked teams

September 6, 2012

The Huskies are currently 3-0 after defeating some of the nation’s top ranked clubs, and have rode the success of experienced seniors, talented underclassmen and growing chemistry to mark themselves as one of the best programs in the country.

Senior captain chasing the record books

September 6, 2012

That state of mind is status quo for Samuelsdottir, who said she doesn’t take one second on the field with her teammates for granted.

Skiba named CAA defensive Player of the Week

September 6, 2012

In volleyball, the libero plays a key defensive position, which requires being quick, agile and grabbing digs. Sophomore Natalia Skiba has filled this position since joining the team last season and has played a pivotal role in the Huskies’ successes.

Women’s volleyball off to a strong start

September 6, 2012

Northeastern women's volleyball team opened up its season by winning its second straight Beanpot Classic tournament Aug. 24 and 25.

Northeastern names Erickson head of cross country, track and field

August 21, 2012

The Northeastern University’s running and field programs are no longer coachless. Athletic Director Peter Roby announced today that Cathrine Grace Erickson will serve as director of track and field and cross country.

Three-time gold medalist O’Reilly joins women’s soccer staff

August 17, 2012

Northeastern University athletics announced Thursday that 2012 women’s soccer Olympic gold medalist Heather O’Reilly will join the staff as a volunteer assistant.

Fall 2012 sports schedule preview

August 15, 2012

With the 2012 regular season only weeks – or even days – away for most Northeastern fall sports teams, The Huntington News has compiled a list of each team’s high-profile games so all Northeastern fans have the opportunity to see the Huskies in action on some of their sport’s biggest stages. (Note: The men’s and women’s rowing and men’s and women’s basketball teams have not yet released their 2012-13 regular season schedules).