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- This Week In Norse Athletics: October 5
It’s been a busy two weeks in Highland Heights! After a week off from our writers, let’s get caught up! - This Week in Norse Sports: NKU Athletics 9/13-9/20
This week’s Norse Athletics Slate was highlighted by continued success for the Norse Volleyball team, another individual cross country victory, and a dominant performance from the Men’s Soccer team! - This Week In Norse Sports: NKU Athletics Update 9/13
Catch up on everything in Norse Sports that you missed this week. NKU Athletics are in full swing, and there is action everywhere! - Evaluating NKU’s 2026-27 Basketball Schedule
At long last, we have a full schedule for the NKU Norse this season! Surprisingly, the NC slate and the Horizon League games came out on the exact same date this year! Here’s a full look ahead at the schedule and initial thoughts on each program. - Tracking the Tri-State 9/7
The Tri-State region’s sports scene is buzzing with college football returns and exciting updates. Most local college teams marked successful openers. The Bengals prepare for their NFL debut against the Buccaneers, and FC Cincinnati focused on player acquisitions despite a postponed game.
Roster Tracker: Eligibility and roster subject to change
🛡️ 2026–27 Scholarship Tracker
Men’s Basketball · Subject to change
| Player | Status | Previous School | PPG | RPG | APG | Yrs Left | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Darbyshire | Returning | NKU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Ethan Elliott | Returning | NKU | 5 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 SPG |
| Donovan Rakotonanahary | Returning | NKU | 3 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 SPG |
| Juanma Ruiz | Returning | NKU | — | — | — | 4 | Redshirt |
| JJ Apathjang | Returning | NKU | — | — | — | 4 | Redshirt |
| Ryan Tolliver | Returning | NKU | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| Will Shortt | Transfer | Niagara | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 BPG |
| Eric Acker | Transfer | La Salle | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 SPG |
| Noah Pagotto | Transfer | East TX A&M | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 SPG, 1 BPG |
| BJ Davis-Ray | Transfer | SMU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | |
| Willie Foster | Freshman | Lima, OH (HS) | — | — | — | 4 | 1st Team All-Ohio Div II |
| Gabrielius Jokubauskas | Freshman | Lithuania (Intl) | — | — | — | 4 | 6’5″ G/W · 31% 3PT |
| Patrick Otto Mäe | Freshman | Estonia / Tilton (Intl) | — | — | — | 4 | 6’8″ W · 6’10” wingspan |
Stats reflect previous season averages. PPG = Points, RPG = Rebounds, APG = Assists, SPG = Steals, BPG = Blocks per game. *Roster subject to change.*