Norse swept in weekend series against SIUE; Kreimer and Schultz play last game for Norse

East Alton, Illinois - The Norse wrapped up a disappointing fall semester, traveling to play the Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville Cougars.

Friday night, the Norse were able to keep the score close for two periods - only trailing 3-1 at the start of the 3rd, but the Cougars were able to pull away late and won 9-2.  Norse goals were scored by senior captain, Nick Williams and senior assistant captain, Adam Engels.

On Saturday, the Norse continued to struggle, going down 5-0 in the first period.  The final score was 11-0.

Saturday marked the final game for seniors Justin Kreimer and Wade Schultz.  

Justin Kreimer's first season with the Norse was 2007 - 2008, when the team went to the ACHA North Regional Tournament.  Initially, Justin played forward and saw limited action.  During the 2008 - 2009, Justin moved to defense and developed his game as an offensive threat from the blue line.  Justin was a leader for the Norse, always ready and able to provide a big hit or a heavy shot from the point.

Wade Schultz's first season was one year after Justin's, 2008 - 2009.  Despite being one of the smaller players on the team, Wade was one of the toughest.  Aside from being one of the toughest players on the ice, Wade was also one of the fastest.  

Congratulations to seniors Wade Schultz and Justin Kreimer.

Norse unveil new look, but fall to Louisville, 4-1

Sporting fresh new jerseys, the Norse Hockey Club took on in-state rival Louisville Friday night at the Northern Kentucky Ice Center. 


The Norse and Cardinals skated even through two periods, with the score 1 - 1 going into the third.  Louisville was able to capitalize on their chances and pull away with two even strength goals and a empty net goal to seal the win. 


The Norse look to rebound tonight as they take on Louisville again at Northern Kentucky Ice Center at 7:30PM.  Tickets are $5 and the Norse now have merchandise (including jerseys) for sale at all home games.

Norse Hockey Tonight vs. Louisville

The Norse Hockey Club will take on the University of Louisville Cardinals tonight at Northern Kentucky Ice Center at 10:00PM.  Tickets are available at the door and are only $5

The Norse will have merchandise, including jerseys, hats, and t-shirts for sale at the door.  Also at the game tonight, we will be raffling off a Norse game jersey.  Raffle tickets are $2 each or 3 tickets for only $5.

Norse fall in series opener with Denison

The Norse Hockey Club opened their road series with Denison University last night, dropping the first game 4 to 1.  


Denison pulled ahead late in the first and the Norse pulled even in the second with a power play goal from senior Jeremy Emig.  


In the final stanza, the Norse ran into penalty trouble, amassing 24 of their game total 32 minutes in penalties.  "We didn't really help ourselves in the 3rd period, but we will try to rebound tomorrow.", said senior alternate captain, Adam Engels.  Denison, with the help of NKU's penalties, were able to net 3 goals in the third, finishing off the Norse.  


Today's game is at 5:00PM and the Norse will try to earn a split with Denison at the Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena in Newark, Ohio.

Norse Hockey split weekend series in Wooster

The Norse split this weekend's series in Wooster, Ohio this weekend versus the College of Wooster.


On Friday night, the Norse were able to hold off the Fighting Scots for two periods, but with less than 5 minutes remaining, the Norse got themselves into penalty trouble.  The Fighting Scots were able to draw even with less than three minutes left and on a 5 on 3 power play with 36 seconds to go, Wooster was able to pull ahead for the win, 5 to 4.


Saturday's game featured a higher energy performance by the Norse.  Senior assistant captain, Adam Engels, led the scoring attack, recording a hat trick.   Junior goaltender, Martin Paul, turned away many scoring opportunities and the Norse skated to a 6-4 victory.


Up next for the Norse are the Big Red from Denison University on November 4th and 5th in Newark, Ohio.

Norse Hockey Club on the Road This Weekend

Your NKU Norse Hockey Club will be on the road this weekend, traveling to take on the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio.  

The Norse are coming off a strong defensive performance against in-state rival Eastern Kentucky University.  

The College of Wooster is only a second year program, however they are stocked with talent from the Cleveland area, Colorado and Western Pennsylvania.  

"It should be a good test for our squad, with our defense coming together and hopefully our offense can pick it up a bit." said Senior Captain, Nick Williams.

For more information on the scores and big plays of the weekend, remember to check here and on our facebook page.

Norse Hockey Featured in The Northerner

The Norse Hockey Club was featured in this week's edition of the Northern Kentucky University paper, The Northerner.

Check it out by clicking here.

Norse Defense Holds Strong for the Win

The Northern Kentucky Norse Hockey Club was able to hold on for a win tonight, 2 to 1 over Eastern Kentucky.

The first period saw no scoring, but many scoring opportunities by the Norse.  Seniors Adam Engels and Justin Kreimer led the hard hitting Norse attack.  

In the second period, Senior Captain Nick Williams, started the scoring for the Norse on an assist from Kreimer.  Adam Engels was able to continue the scoring, giving the Norse a 2 goal lead.  EKU was able to get within one goal, but that is as close as they would get.

The third period was all Norse D.  Multiple penalties were killed off by the Norse and goaltender Martin Paul turned away the EKU attempts giving Head Coach Eric Miller his first win of the season.

The Norse are off next weekend, but will be back on the road versus the College of Wooster, October 21st and 22nd.

Norse Fall In Shoot-out Loss

The Norse Hockey Club travelled to Lexington, KY on Friday night, to take on the Eastern Kentucky University Colonels and left the bluegrass region with a shoot out loss.

EKU got out to an early 1-0 lead in the opening period, but the Norse were able to draw even by the close of the first. 

The second period was all Norse as they were able to mount an solid attack, peppering the EKU goalie with many shots and controlling puck possession for most of the period.  At the second intermission, NKU led EKU 2-1.

In the third, the EKU was able to tie the score and then take the lead, but the Norse battled back to tie with 4:12 remaining.  EKU was able to score with only 1:41 left, putting them ahead 4-3.  It looked bleak for the Norse, but they were able to battle back again and tied the Colonels, with 17 seconds remaining in the game.

Overtime had it's fair share of chances for both teams.  The Norse were able to survive a 2 minute penalty, but were unable to net the winning goal.  The game then went to a 3 man shoot-out.  NKU players were 1 for 3 in the shoot-out versus EKU's 2 for 2 performance, earning EKU the win.

The Norse look to rebound tonight at 7:30PM when EKU visits the Northern Kentucky Ice Center to play round 2.  Tickets are only $5!  For directions, please see the schedule page.

New look coming for Norse Hockey!

In the upcoming semester, the Norse Hockey Club will be unveiling a new uniform.  The new jersey will be completely different from the current Boston Bruins themed jerseys, but will feature the same black, white and lots of gold!


As for the old jerseys, fans will be able to purchase the game worn sweaters.  The price for each jersey will be $65, however we will be raffling a few of the jerseys off at upcoming home games!  


Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.

This Weekend's Games

This weekend, the Norse Hockey Club will be taking on in-state rival, Eastern Kentucky University.  Friday night's game will be held at the Lexington Ice Center at midnight.  Saturday, the Norse return home to play EKU at Northern Kentucky Ice Center  at 7:30PM.