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Wildcats fall short in close battle with Grand Valley State as regionals approach

Caden Sierra February 13, 2025

NMU's women's wrestling team fought hard but ultimately lost to Grand Valley State 27-18. Despite the defeat, the Wildcats showed significant improvement from their earlier 44-6 loss to GVSU this fall. The...

NMU hockey back in the win column after tough road weekend

NMU hockey back in the win column after tough road weekend

Lily Gouin, Sports writer February 12, 2025

Over the weekend, the NMU men’s hockey team traveled east to face rival Lake Superior State in Sault Ste. Marie. The team fought hard all weekend, and it paid off for the Cats with a win on Saturday. “I...

Swim and Dive leaps to the top in Green Bay

Swim and Dive leaps to the top in Green Bay

Emma Marotz, Assistant sports editor February 10, 2025

The Wildcats dominated UW-Green Bay this past weekend, with the women’s swim and dive team claiming all 14 top spots. The teams are currently ranked 10th in the nation for women’s and 12th for men’s. Leading...

Wildcats dominate in Vandament Arena

Wildcats dominate in Vandament Arena

Emma Marotz, Assistant sports editor February 10, 2025

The Wildcats secured their fourth dual win of the season this past weekend, wrestling their way to the top with a 30-17 victory over UW- Oshkosh. Their record is now 4-3, and they are 2-0 at home, heading...

Hockey loses fourth bout against Bowling Green

Hockey loses fourth bout against Bowling Green

Dylan Dube, Sports writer February 10, 2025

Last Saturday, the Wildcats hit the ice at the Berry Events Center with plaid patterns on their sweaters for Yooper Night, looking to spring back from their overtime loss against the Falcons the day prior....

CHAMPIONSHIPS IN GRASP— After what has been a very successful start to the season, both skiing teams are pushing towards the NCAA Championships. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Both alpine ski teams place first

Lily Gouin, Sports Editor February 3, 2025

Over the weekend, the Wildcats of the alpine ski team traveled to Minnesota to compete at the USCSA Giants Ridge event. In the three events the teams have competed in this season, the women’s team...

Men’s basketball falls to both Ferris State and LSSU

Men’s basketball falls to both Ferris State and LSSU

Emma Marotz, Assistant sports editor January 31, 2025

This past weekend, NMU lost to ranked Ferris State and Lake Superior State University. The scores for the weekend were 79-85 and 49-79. Ferris State is currently ranked No. 8 in the nation, with LSSU following...

Hockey falls to Tech

Hockey falls to Tech

Lily Gouin, Sports Editor January 31, 2025

This past weekend, NMU fans geared up to watch the Wildcats take on their biggest rival, Michigan Tech. Unfortunately for fans, the Wildcats were unable to get a win either night. However, the team...

WINNING WILDCATS—The NMU Nordic Skiing team picked up a total of three gold medals this past weekend. Photo courtesy of Kjetil Baanerud.

Ski teams end weekend successful

Emma Marotz, Assistant sports editor January 24, 2025

The Nordic ski teams competed in their first Central Collegiate Ski Association (CCSA) races of the season. The weekend included individual 15km races and a mixed relay, where both teams joined forces...

Hockey gets first sweep of the year heading into Tech Week

Hockey gets first sweep of the year heading into Tech Week

Lily Gouin, Sports Editor January 24, 2025

Over the weekend, the NMU men’s hockey team traveled to Bemidji, MN where they faced off against Bemidji State. The Wildcats secured wins on both nights, making their first sweep of the season. The...

TAKING A HIT — Two athletes on the NMU Women's Wrestling team grapple during practice.

Women’s wrestling ends weekend successfully

Lily Gouin, Sports Editor January 23, 2025

Over the weekend, the women’s wrestling team competed in the Alma Open. The Wildcats did not record a team score at the meet, but four wrestlers earned first-place finishes, and four more finished second. The...

BOUNCE BACK - After 2 tough losses at Minnesota Duluth and St. Cloud St. the 'Cats look to get back on track as they head south for the start of conference play.

Women’s basketball plays three games in first week back from break

Emma Marotz January 23, 2025

The NMU women's basketball team played three games during the first week of classes after break. The Wildcats faced Roosevelt, Wayne State and Saginaw Valley State, winning one of the three matchups. The...

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