As football heads west, Northern Illinois to join Horizon League in 2026
Northern Illinois, a longtime member of the Mid-American Conference, is joining the Horizon League for most of its sports offerings starting with the 2026-27 academic year. That includes men's and women's basketball, which will increase the Horizon League's basketball pools to 12 schools.
Northern Illinois accepts invitation to Horizon League for basketball
Northern Illinois accepted an invitation to join the Horizon League in basketball and most other sports except football on Thursday. The Huskies are set to become the league’s 12th member and compete in 14 of its 19 sports starting with the 2026-27 academic year.
Cleveland State squares off against Northern Kentucky in Horizon League Tournament
Cleveland State and Northern Kentucky play in the Horizon League Tournament. The Vikings are 14-6 against Horizon League opponents and 6-5 in non-conference play. Cleveland State is fifth in the Horizon League with 34.
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