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'Wild child': The first-year forward known for 'chirping' entertains team, aggravates opponents

First-year forward Hunter Wahl warms up before a Nov. 11 game against McKendree University at Canlan Ice Sports in West Dundee. Wahl is fifth on the team in points, having tallied two goals and five assists.

Lars Thomas | Courtesy NIU Hockey

DeKALB — Confidence is a vital trait for any successful college athlete. This is something first-year forward Hunter Wahl has in spades, and it’s evident while watching him compete.

Wahl and his teammates said he is the biggest trash-talker on the team, and he’s willing to call out any player he competes against.