Sports Archives - Evanston Now

NU alum breaks glass ceiling in TV sports

Northwestern University graduate Lisa Byington has been named the first full-time female play-by-play TV announcer for a major men’s professional team.

By Jeff Hirsh on September 16, 2021 - 8:20 pm

Evanston native wins paralympic medal

28-year old Isaac Jean-Paul, who was born in Evanston and spent his elementary school years here, has won a medal in the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

By Jeff Hirsh on September 4, 2021 - 4:30 pm

NU football’s return has merchants’ hopes high

After a season without fans in the stands, shops that capitalize on team spirit are counting on a rebound.

By Jeff Hirsh on September 3, 2021 - 4:01 pm

NU football alum fields new business for college athletes

New state laws and an NCAA rule change effective today open the way for student athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness.

By Jeff Hirsh on July 1, 2021 - 4:20 pm

Council pulls plug on arena event plans

Election swept supporters off Council. Pandemic has kept events from being held.

By Bill Smith on June 16, 2021 - 10:06 am

Derrick Gragg named NU athletic director

The former University of Tulsa athletic director has led inclusion efforts at the NCAA.

By Evanston Now on June 4, 2021 - 11:13 am

Local paralympian hopes Tokyo games are on

Despite vision limitations, Isaac Jean-Paul has excelled in track and field.

By Jeff Hirsh on May 28, 2021 - 1:50 pm

City to hold another skate park planning meeting

The City of Evanston will host a second public discussion about building a new skate park in Evanston on Tuesday, May 25.

By Evanston Now on May 12, 2021 - 3:17 pm

Polisky named NU athletic director

New director has been with the school for 11 years in charge of athletic department's external affairs.

By Bill Smith on May 3, 2021 - 2:54 pm

Health concerns cancel NU baseball games

Northwestern University home baseball games against Michigan and Illinois this weekend have been postponed for health and safety reasons. A statement on the NU Athletics website says "Northwestern baseball is

By Jeff Hirsh on April 30, 2021 - 4:54 pm

Group gives NU athletics good grades for LGBTQ+ inclusion

A national gay rights advocacy group says Northwestern University rates well above average for fair treatment and inclusion of LBGTQ+ athletes.

By Jeff Hirsh on April 22, 2021 - 7:40 pm

NU football getting robotic quarterback designed by two grads

The Seeker is proving a popular training tool with college and pro teams

By Jeff Hirsh on February 1, 2021 - 4:02 pm

Fitzgerald extends contract as NU coach through 2030

Northwestern University today announced that the school has agreed to a contract with Head Football Coach Pat Fitzgerald that will keep him coaching the Wildcats through the 2030 season.

By Bill Smith on January 27, 2021 - 4:06 pm

Big Ten changes rules — NU to face Ohio State for championship

The Big Ten Conference has given in to big bucks, or rather, big Bucks, as in the Ohio State Buckeyes.

By Jeff Hirsh on December 9, 2020 - 8:34 pm

Who will NU play for the Big Ten championship?

Northwestern's championship opponent may change as a result of the Ohio State - Michigan cancellation.

By Jeff Hirsh on December 9, 2020 - 7:47 am

How high the hoops?

City staff hope adjustable-height basketball hoops will resolve a conflict about park renovation plans.

By Bill Smith on December 3, 2020 - 10:03 am

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