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Hockey falls again to Western Michigan, lose 3-0

DeKALB — In their inaugural division one games this weekend, the Huskies lost twice against Western Michigan University at the Canlan Ice Center in West Dundee.

Game two Saturday saw the Broncos hold the Huskies scoreless, as NIU lost 3-0.

After losing to the Broncos 3-2 Friday, the Huskies had a chance to avenge their loss. However, they couldn’t find the back of the net, despite seven power-play opportunities.

“We’re still getting to know each other as far as the power-play units are concerned,” Head Coach Mike Rucinski said. “We have a lot of new faces trying to gel, and it’s just taking time.