Northern Michigan Wildcats Men's Basketball
Recent News About Northern Michigan Wildcats Men's Basketball
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Northern Michigan men's basketball ranked third in GLIAC preseason poll
The Northern Michigan men's basketball team has been ranked third in the GLIAC preseason poll, receiving one first-place vote.
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Superior Dome hosts memorable showdown; Coach Majkrzak reflects on event's impact
This past weekend, a significant event unfolded at the Superior Dome, marking a memorable moment for Coach Matt Majkrzak and many others involved. The coach shared his experiences and gratitude in a letter detailing the highlights of the occasion.
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Superior Dome hosts record-breaking basketball showdown between NMU and MSU
Over 11,000 attendees witnessed the Superior Dome Showdown in Marquette, Michigan, as Michigan State Spartans triumphed over Northern Michigan with a score of 70-53. This event, held in the world's largest wooden dome, is believed to have set a record for the largest indoor gathering in Upper Peninsula history.
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Michigan State faces Northern Michigan in historic Superior Dome showdown
The upcoming Superior Dome Showdown between the Michigan State Spartans and the Northern Michigan Wildcats is set to be a significant event in Marquette, Michigan. Scheduled for Sunday, October 13 at 1 p.m., this historic matchup will take place in the Superior Dome and is expected to draw over 11,000 attendees, potentially making it one of the largest sporting events in Upper Peninsula history.
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Tom Izzo's jersey retirement announced by Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University has announced that Tom Izzo's #10 Wildcat jersey will be retired and displayed in Vandament Arena, alongside those of Ted Rose and Gene Summers. The announcement was first made by Steve Mariucci, Izzo's lifelong friend, during a surprise video at the Breslin Center on October 4.
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Superior Dome Showdown to be broadcast on Big Ten Network
The men's basketball exhibition between Michigan State and Northern Michigan University, known as the Superior Dome Showdown, will be televised on the Big Ten Network. The game is scheduled for Sunday, October 13.
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Superior Dome Showdown tickets available from September 23
General admission tickets for the Northern Michigan men's basketball exhibition game against Michigan State, known as the Superior Dome Showdown, will go on sale starting Monday, September 23 at 10 a.m.
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Northern Michigan men's basketball announces full schedule for upcoming season
Northern Michigan University's men's basketball team has announced its schedule for the 2024-25 season, featuring a dozen home games at the newly renovated Vandament Arena, twelve away games, and four neutral site matchups in Wisconsin Dells.
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Northern Michigan men's basketball team set for exhibition game against Michigan State
The Northern Michigan men's basketball team will host the Michigan State Spartans for a preseason exhibition game on Sunday, Oct. 13 in Marquette. The game is scheduled to tip off at 1 p.m. (ET) in the Superior Dome.
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Northern Michigan University adds trio to men’s basketball backcourt
The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team has announced the addition of three transfers for the 2024-25 season: Gerald Gittens Jr., Derek Merwick, and Julien Smith.
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Northern Michigan men's basketball earns fifth consecutive NABC Team Academic Excellence Award
The Northern Michigan Men's Basketball team has received academic honors for the fifth consecutive season under Coach Matt Majkrzak. The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) announced the recipients of the 2023-24 NABC Team Academic Excellence Awards and NABC Honors Court, recognizing exceptional academic achievements by men's college basketball teams and student-athletes.
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Northern Michigan promotes Keil Ganz after successful basketball season
MARQUETTE, Mich. - Following a 22-11 season in which the Northern Michigan men's basketball team secured the GLIAC regular season title and reached the NCAA Tournament, head coach Matt Majkrzak has announced the promotion of Keil Ganz to associate head coach for the upcoming 2024-25 campaign.
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Northern Michigan appoints John-Michael Hughes as assistant men’s basketball coach
Northern Michigan head men's basketball coach Matt Majkrzak has appointed John-Michael Hughes as an assistant coach for the upcoming season. Hughes joins Northern Michigan after serving as a graduate assistant at the University of Southern California (USC), where he built significant connections across various levels of basketball.
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Northern Michigan University signs four top recruits for men's basketball team
The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team has announced the signing of four recruits for the 2024-25 freshmen class. The new additions include Michael McNabb, Isaiah Allen, Cody Schmitz, and Jonny Ingalls.
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Track & Field starts outdoor season; Nordic skiing ends; basketball players receive honors
The weekend marked the start of the outdoor season for the track and field team in Normal, Illinois, at the Redbird Challenge hosted by Illinois State. Ahna Larson achieved first place in the 400m hurdles for the second time in her career. Natalie Pisoke followed with a second-place finish in the same event. Baux Truckey also secured a second-place position in the 400m, while Madi Szymanski earned bronze in the 1500m. Emma Sweeney completed third in the 3000m steeplechase.
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Northern Michigan athletes earn academic honors from College Sports Communicators
Three members of the Northern Michigan men's basketball team have been recognized with College Sports Communicators (CSC) All-District honors. The announcement was made on Tuesday, acknowledging the achievements of Max Weisbrod, Carson Smith, and Sam Privet.
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Weisbrod and Kuehl honored by D2CCA and NABC
Northern Michigan University's men's basketball players, Max Weisbrod and Dylan Kuehl, have received regional honors for their performances in the recent season. Sophomore guard Weisbrod was named to both the Division II Conference Commissioner's Association (D2CCA) All-Midwest Region First Team and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) All-District First Team. Redshirt sophomore Kuehl earned a spot on the NABC All-District Second Team.
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Northern Michigan exits NCAA Tournament after first-round loss to Ferris State
The Northern Michigan men's basketball team faced a challenging defeat against Ferris State in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament. The Wildcats struggled with their shooting, making only 22 out of 65 attempts, which equates to a 33.8% shooting performance. This resulted in an 81-65 loss, concluding their season with a record of 22-11.
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Northern Michigan Wildcats prepare for NCAA Tournament clash against Ferris State
The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team, holding a record of 22-10, is set to face Ferris State in the NCAA Tournament Round of 64. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. in Indianapolis. This game marks the second consecutive year that Northern Michigan has reached this stage of the tournament.
