Players of the Week

Demons drop SLC opener to Lumberjacks

The short-handed Northwestern State football team hoped to get off to a quick start in its Southland Conference opener Saturday night against rival Stephen F. Austin.

Hines’ leadership growth reflective of his search for excellence

For nearly a decade, the No. 1 Northwestern State football jersey has stood as a testament to the top Demon wide receiver – players who sought excellence.

Lady Demons announce 2024-25 basketball schedule

Multiple power five games, as well as the early start to Southland Conference play highlights the Northwestern State 2024-25 women’s basketball schedule.Once again, Northwestern State travels to LSU, Texas A&M and South Florida, as well as trips to North Texas and Tarleton State.

Tailgating in Nacodgoches

Northwestern State University Demon fans can join other alumni and friends for a pregame meal in advance of the football game versus Stephen F. Austin. The gathering will start 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at Barkeeps Eatery and Taps, 3308 North St., Nacogdoches, Texas.

NSU, SFA will have new trophy awarded at rivalry game Saturday

When the football teams from Northwestern State and Stephen F. Austin resume their rivalry as Southland Conference foes Saturday night, they’ll play for the largest trophy in sports, a redesigned prize commemorating the special bond between the two universities.

Registration open for a pair of girls soccer camps

Registration has opened for a pair of upcoming Northwestern State soccer camps.The two camps are a goalkeeper camp and a striker/ midfielder camp.Both camps take place Oct. 19 at Turpin Stadium. The camps go from 1:30-5:30 p.m. and open for girls ranging from 8-12 grade.

Senatore’s late goal gives Demons a victory at UIW

With the clock ticking down, the game was destined for a tie.Enter Emily Senatore.

Northwestern’s Gotcher makes impact as captain

A transfer walking into a new football locker room and become a team captain in the span of roughly three months is a rarity.Performing rare moments, however, has been a bit of a constant for Blake Gotcher in his semester-plus at Northwestern State, which continues at 3 p.m. Saturday at No.

String of non-conference foes highlight men’s basketball schedule

The Northwestern State men’s basketball team will maintain its tradition of a challenging non-conference slate in 2024-25.Head coach Rick Cabrera announced his team’s 31-day schedule – which features five power-conference opponents – Thursday.NSU opens the season against Dallas Christian on Nov.