Northwestern University NCAA News

Finally, it is confirmed that outside linebacker Chi Chi Ariguzo committed to Northwestern to become the Wildcats' long-awaited sixth commitment.

EVANSTON, Ill. -- The Big Ten Conference announced today the 33 student-athletes scheduled to attend the 2009 Big Ten Kickoff Luncheon, held Tuesday, July 28, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

One devastating injury might have stolen away his promising junior season, but it couldn't take way his dream of playing at the next level.

Shurna averaged 7.3 points and 3 rebounds as a freshman last season. After two victories that advanced United States national team to the second round at the U-19 World Championships in New Zealand, John Shurna was averaging 5.5 points and 5.5 rebounds but hadn't gotten much of a chance to cut loose his 3-point shooting.

For evidence on how strong prep boys basketball is in this area, you need look no further than the basketball-rich Big Ten Conference.

Tim McGarigle, a 2002 St. Patrick grad, was selected by the Orlando franchise June 19 in the inagural United Football League draft.

Besides having the perfect name for a running back, Fields fills a need for Northwestern, which loses four-year starter Tyrell Sutton and backup Omar Conteh .

Northwestern head football coach Pat Fitzgerald has his feet planted firmly on Ryan Field grass and doesn't plan on budging anytime soon.

In this March 8, 2009, file photo Ohio State's B.J. Mullens knocks a rebound away from Northwestern's Kyle Rowley during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Columbus, Ohio.

Here is part 13 of our 1-120 countdown, with teams ranked from 60th to 56th. Our No.

Jermel Lee, Horvin Latimer and Devin Street are participating in the 2009 Big 33 game.

Head coach: Pat Fitzgerald 4th year: 19-18 Returning Lettermen Off. 24, Def. 23, ST 1 Lettermen Lost: 23 Ten Best NU Players 1. DE Corey Wootton, Jr.

THE GOOD NEWS: Northwestern retains 80 percent of its starters, 76 percent of its scoring and 86 of its rebounding from a 17-14 team.

Alright, I figured I'd take the time to do a quick breakdown of what I think should be the true offensive battle in training camp, the battle for the sixth WR spot.

Northwestern has offered one of the most sought-after kickers in the nation. Michael Palardy of Fort Lauderdale St.

Several preseason publications have put forth their predictions for the 2009 football season.

University of Minnesota freshman big man Ralph Sampson III was among 17 players invited to tryout for the USA under-19 men's national basketball team this summer.

Do not let Drew Crawford's smooth jumper or calm demeanor on the basketball court fool you.

Which of the Bears rookies will contribute most on special teams this season? Tom Glendale, Wisconsin That's an interesting question because the Bears will have nine draft picks coming into training camp who were selected in Rounds 3-7. That tells me there are no surefire starters, which means that they'll all be competing for special teams ...

's Saskatchewan Roughriders offered the UA's all-time leading passer and touchdown king a roster spot.