Nov. 11, 2002
EVANSTON, Ill. -- Northwestern will kick off its season-ending home game vs. Illinois at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23. ESPN Plus will televise the game regionally to its Big Ten markets. For a complete listing of stations carrying the game, visit Big Ten Television.
This will be the 96th meeting between the Fighting Illini and Wildcats. The two teams are playing for the Sweet Sioux Tomahawk, a rivalry trophy that began with a 13-7 Northwestern victory in 1945.
It will be "Senior Day" and "Northwestern Football Fan Appreciation Day" when the 'Cats host Illinois. Tickets for the game can be purchased by calling 847-491-CATS or clicking on the "Tickets" link above on NUsports.com.