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By doing things ‘the hard way,’ NIU coach Thomas Hammock instills belief in the No. 23 Huskies
No. 5 Notre Dame, coach Thomas Hammock had a message for his Huskies as they prepared for what many saw as a David-and-Goliath matchup. “We were told early by Coach Hammock we don’t need luck and that we should trust our abilities,
The story behind NIU coach Thomas Hammock's emotional reaction after Notre Dame win
After the biggest win of his coaching career, 16-14 at Notre Dame, Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock couldn't help but think about what it took to get to this moment. All the hours, all the effort,
NIU Coach Thomas Hammock Does Helpful Deed For Fighting Irish After Upsetting Notre Dame
Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock continues to win over the hearts of college football viewers. After beating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in
Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock admits 'surreal' feeling after Notre Dame upset
Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock is still in shock after his squad pulled off a crazy upset of Notre Dame.
Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock in tears after Notre Dame win: "They believed"
Rather than attempt a Hail Mary in the shadow of Touchdown Jesus, Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman opted to try a 62-yard field goal. The kick was blocked, which set off an outpouring of emotion following a regular-season win that can only happen in college football.
NIU head coach Thomas Hammock discusses hectic but good week following the Huskies’ win against Notre Dame
The last few days have been a whirlwind for NIU head football coach Thomas Hammock since the Huskies upset fifth-ranked Notre Dame. Every media outlet in the nation it seems has wanted to talk to him,
Hear from NIU Players and Coach Thomas Hammock After NIU's Big Upset Over Notre Dame
Three days after Northern Illinois went on the road to South Bend, Indiana and knocked off the number five ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish in what now is being called
Thomas Hammock and Northern Illinois believed — and that was enough to shock Notre Dame
This was a brawl with a clear winner. The Huskies outgained the Fighting Irish 388-to-286 and were the better team throughout.
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Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock raves about Xavier Watts, Marcus Freeman
While Northern Illinois did upset Notre Dame last Saturday, the two head coaches have seemingly established a quick bond. Not ...
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Triumph, tears and reality: Spotlight will fade, but NIU Huskies will still have one another
Beatles invasion! Moon landing! NIU! You get the idea. One such ninny sat across from Huskies coach Thomas Hammock in his office Tuesday and took this approach shamelessly far. ‘‘You’re rock ...
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'Don't need luck': NIU mantra sparks Notre Dame upset that even New York Yankees manager noticed
After the Northern Illinois stunned Notre Dame, everyone wanted to congratulate Huskies coach Thomas Hammock – even NY Yankees manager Aaron Boone. 'Don't need luck' to beat Notre Dame.
No. 23 Northern Illinois enjoys moment, stays focused after beating Notre Dame
The win over the Fighting Irish vaulted the Huskies (2-0) into the AP poll for the first time in 11 years at No. 25. They ...
NIU Huskies ready to begin their journey toward a MAC championship against Buffalo Saturday
Defeating Notre Dame was quite possibly the greatest moment in NIU football history, but it doesn’t help the Huskies achieve ...