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Jacob Marin-Thomson strikes the ball during a match against Charleston College.

Men’s soccer falls 3-1 at Elon, drops third straight

Finn Fielding, news correspondent October 21, 2019
Despite a late surge led by forward Timothy Ennin, the Huskies were unable to overcome a three-goal deficit Saturday night at Elon, falling 3-1 to the Phoenix and extending their winless streak to six games.
Senior forward Matti Hartman positions herself in front of the net in a game against Holy Cross last year.

Women’s hockey beats UNH to continue perfect start

George Barker, deputy sports editor October 20, 2019
Women’s hockey continued to dominate at Matthews Arena Sunday, as the Huskies bested the visiting UNH Wildcats 4-1 in their home opener off the back of two goals from sophomore forward Chloe Aurard and a ridiculous 49 shots on net.  
Sophomore defender Jordan Harris handles the puck against UMass on Oct. 15.

Men’s hockey ties Holy Cross, coach blasts lack of effort

Charlie Wolfson, news staff October 19, 2019
Northeastern men's hockey tied Holy Cross Saturday night at home, 2-2, but the mood at Matthews Arena after the game felt more like a loss.
Sophomore forward Alina Mueller controls the puck along the boards in a game against Vermont last season.

Women’s hockey rocks Maine to open conference play

George Barker, deputy sports editor October 18, 2019
NU continued their dominant start to the year Friday night, beating Maine 6-1 to open Hockey East play.
Club softball, one of Northeastern's "more successful" club sports, during a game last year.

Club Sports works to strike a difficult funding balance

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent October 16, 2019
Northeastern is home to 57 club sports teams, ranging from water polo and cricket to rock climbing and soccer. Each of Northeastern’s club sports teams receive money and support from the university, though the amount varies from sport to sport. 
Sophomore defenseman Jordan Harris (center) celebrates with teammates Tyler Madden (left) and Zach Solow after scoring against UMass Tuesday night.

Men’s hockey beats No. 4 UMass to open Hockey East play

Charlie Wolfson, news staff October 15, 2019

A three-minute span in the second period was all it took to turn the game upside down Tuesday night. After a lackluster first period, Northeastern seized on one dominant shift and minutes later, a penalty shot to grab a stunning 2-0 lead over fourth-ranked UMass-Amherst. Craig...

Senior midfielder Aiman Ginawi handles the ball in a match against Charleston earlier this season.

Huskies continue five-game skid with 2-1 loss vs. Bucknell

Finn Fielding, news correspondent October 15, 2019
After a fiery start highlighted by a goal from junior forward Dan Munch, Northeastern could not overcome poor possession and a relentless Bucknell attack in a 2-1 home loss Tuesday, marking their fifth straight outing without a win.
Junior forward Biagio Lerario skates in the 2019 Beanpot.

Men’s hockey sweeps at Union to start season

Charlie Wolfson, news staff October 12, 2019
The Huskies completed a two-game sweep of Union College Saturday afternoon by posting a 2-1 comeback win for the second consecutive game.
Sophomore forward Alina Mueller controls the puck along the boards in a game against Vermont last season.

Husky power play unit dominates in high scoring affair

George Barker, deputy sports editor October 12, 2019
Northeastern’s special teams thrived during their 6-3 defeat of Syracuse Saturday afternoon, picking up four power-play goals and holding the Orange to just one goal on six power-play opportunities. 

Women’s volleyball ends losing streak with win against UNCW

Jordan Baron, sports editor October 11, 2019
Northeastern women’s volleyball ended their three-game losing skid with a 3-2 win over UNCW Friday night.
Junior defender Brooke Hobson evades the defense in a game against UConn last season.

Brown ends goaltender battle with late game-winner

George Barker, deputy sports editor October 11, 2019
Backed by another impressive performance by Aerin Frankel, Northeastern women’s hockey earned a narrow 2-1 victory over Syracuse by scoring the game winning goal with just 23 seconds left in regulation.
Junior winger Grant Jozefek fends off Maine center Tim Doherty at Matthews Arena last season.

Men’s hockey comes back to win season opener at Union

Charlie Wolfson, news staff October 11, 2019

Northeastern men's hockey notched a 2-1 comeback victory on the road to open the 2019-20 season at Union College. Senior goalie Craig Pantano saved 18 of 19 shots in his first game with Northeastern, and senior fourth-liner Grant Jozefek scored the winner in the third. NU rebounded...