Northwestern loses to Ohio State, eliminated from Big Ten Tournament contention

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Northwestern loses to Ohio State, eliminated from Big Ten Tournament contention
Summary

Northwestern's loss to Ohio State on November 3 eliminates them from contention for the Big Ten Tournament with one game remaining in the regular season. Head coach Russell Payne's squad was unable to capitalize on previous opportunities, gaining only four points from three matches against lower-ranked teams. Despite the disappointing season, goalkeeper Dominic Pereira's strong performances have been a bright spot, ranking among the top in save percentage. The team is expected to lose several key players to graduation, raising questions about next year's lineup.

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  • •Northwestern was eliminated from Big Ten Tournament after losing to Ohio State.
  • •The Wildcats gained only four points from three matches against lower teams.
  • •Goalkeeper Dominic Pereira has delivered strong performances this season.
  • •The team will lose 10 players to graduation, including key starters.
  • •Next season faces challenges in replacing experienced players and maintaining competitiveness.
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