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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner
The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner
The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner
Christopher Decker

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor

Position: Managing Editor/Sports Editor

 

Year/major: Senior/Journalism

 

Walk-up song: “What do you think about that?”- Montgomery Gentry

 

Hobbies/interests: Bass Fishing, Playing Sports, Fantasy Sports

All content by Christopher Decker
Jeremy Perce won the heavyweight division by knocking out his opponent

NKU’s unknown champion: Perce takes home boxing title

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
May 26, 2018
A farewell from managing editor and sports editor Christopher Decker

A farewell from managing editor and sports editor Christopher Decker

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
April 26, 2018
Head Coach John Brannen talks to Mason Faulkner (11) during the game against Youngstown State.

Off-season movement continues with Faulkner release, Rack departure

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
April 5, 2018
Carson Williams (23) watches on during the game against Wright State.

With Williams transfer, where do the Norse go from here?

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 28, 2018
Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot in the game against Detroit.

Williams granted release from NKU

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 23, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) reacts to the loss to Louisville at the KFC Yum center.

Gallery: Cardinals rally in second half to end NKU’s season

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 13, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) looks for a teammate to pass to during the game against Cleveland State at Little Caesars Arena.

Preview: Norse set to battle Louisville in first round of the NIT

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 13, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) hugs his mother before the net cutting in BB&T Arena after securing 1st place in Horizon League.

Like mother, like son; Drew McDonald joins mother Christie in NKU history books

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 13, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) reacts to the loss against Cleveland State at Little Caesars Arena.

Horizon League run ends abruptly in quarterfinals for NKU

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 4, 2018
Grace White (1) and Molly Glick (24) talk to Head Coach Camryn Whitaker during a free throw in the game against Cleveland State.

Preview: Women’s basketball ready to take on Detroit Mercy

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 2, 2018
Jalen Tate (5) shows off his piece of the net after the men secured 1st place in the Horizon League.

Preview: Tate excited to make impact in first Horizon League tournament

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
March 2, 2018
Jalen Tate (5) celebrates a basket by the Norse during the game against Green Bay.

Norse players honored in Horizon League voting

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 28, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) cheers on the crowd as time expires in the game against Green Bay.

#NorseNotebook Who should win Horizon League Player of the Year?

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 27, 2018
Carson Williams (23) cuts off his section of the net after securing 1st place in the Horizon League.

GALLERY: Norse cut down the nets after winning regular season title

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 26, 2018
Jalen Tate (5) talks in the huddle before the home game against IUPUI.

NKU wins Horizon League regular season title with victory over IUPUI

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 25, 2018
Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot during the game against Youngstown State.

Norse take first place in the Horizon League with victory over UIC

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 23, 2018
Head Coach John Brannen congratulates Lavone Holland II (30) as he comes out of his final home match.

#NorseNotebook Loyalty makes NKU senior class stand out

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 23, 2018
NKU fans cheer on the Norse during the game against Milwaukee.

iHeartRadio to be home for NKU men’s basketball games through 2022-23

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 20, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) shakes hands with Head Coach John Brannen on senior night before the game against Youngstown State.

Norse earn victory over Youngstown State on senior night

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 19, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) talks to Head Coach John Brannen during a timeout in the game against Wright State .

Norse can’t complete comeback; fall to Wright State for second time

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 17, 2018
Head Coach John Brannen goes over a play during a timeout in the game against Milwaukee.

#NorseNotebook Why Friday’s game is more than just for first place

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 13, 2018
Head coach John Brannen celebrates the Norse win with one of his daughters.

Gallery: Norse sweep homecoming week with victory over Green Bay

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 10, 2018
Head Coach Camryn Whitaker talks to Grayson Rose (10) during a timeout in the game against Oakland.

Norse on two game win streak after defeating Oakland

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 9, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) looks for a teammate to pass to in the game against Milwaukee.

Norse escape with a victory over Milwaukee

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 9, 2018
Tyler Sharpe (15) drives toward the basket in the game against Wright State.

#Norse Notebook: Evaluating the Norse bench

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 8, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) shoots in the game against IUPUI.

McDonald named Horizon League Player of the Week

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 5, 2018
Kailey Coffey (23) looks for a teammate to pass to during the game against IUPUI.

Norse defeat Milwaukee to break three game losing streak

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 4, 2018
Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot in the game against Detroit.

Norse extend road win streak against Cleveland State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 4, 2018
Carson Williams (23) goes up for a shot in the game against Detroit.

Second half surge pushes Norse over Penguins

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
February 1, 2018
Kailey Coffey (23) looks for a teammate to pass to during the game against IUPUI.

Penguins overcome early deficit to defeat Norse

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 25, 2018
Team IMPACT helped match Leah and Taylor Conrad with the NKU Volleyball Team. The sisters were diagnosed with epilepsy

Sisters join Norse Volleyball ranks, despite Epilepsy

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 25, 2018
Carson Williams (23) fights to shoot under pressure in the game against Cleveland State.

Norse finish Wisconsin road trip with victory over Green Bay

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 21, 2018
Chris Young performing at BB&T Arena in front of a sold out crowd

Review: ‘Losing Sleep’ tour countrified BB&T Arena

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 20, 2018
Kailey Coffey (23) looks for a teammate to pass to during the game against IUPUI.

Norse drop fourth straight game

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 19, 2018
Carson Williams (23) blocks a Cleveland State player's shot.

Gallery: Norse get back on track with victory over Cleveland State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 15, 2018
Jazmyne Geist (13) loses the ball as she goes up for a shot in the game against Cleveland State.

Cleveland State guards too much for Norse to handle

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 15, 2018
Carson Williams (23) watches for a rebound after a free throw in the game against Wright State.

Norse Notebook: Brannen looking for ways to improve against size

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 15, 2018
An NKU fan takes a photo with Victor.

Column: Keep the momentum going, Norse Nation

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 15, 2018
An NKU coach talks to Dantez Walton (32) during the game against Wright State.

Benzinger, Raiders end NKU’s four game win streak

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 11, 2018
Jalen Tate (5) talks in the huddle before the home game against IUPUI.

Preview: NKU takes on Wright State and a way-too-early look at ‘bracketology’

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 11, 2018
Drew McDonald (34) claps after a score by NKU.

Norse escape Detroit thanks to last second basket

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 7, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) fights toward the basket in the game against UIC.

Holland scores 1,000th career point in win over Oakland

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 6, 2018
Lavone Holland II (30) fights toward the basket in the game against UIC.

Preview: NKU takes on Oakland on ESPN2

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
January 5, 2018
Mason Faulkner (11) fights to shoot in the game against UIC.

Norse extinguish Flames ahead of matchup with Oakland

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 30, 2017
Reece Mungar (14) cheers after a score by the Norse in the game against Green Bay

Norse complete upset of 19th ranked Phoenix

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 30, 2017
Kailey Coffey (23) shoots a free throw in the game against Milwaukee.

GALLERY: Grace White scores career high; Norse fall to Panthers in closing minutes

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 28, 2017
Mason Faulkner (11) steals the ball in the game against IUPUI.

Norse break two game losing streak with win over IUPUI

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 28, 2017
Mason Faulkner (11) calls a play during the game against EKU.

McDonald, Williams score over 20 in loss to UMBC

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 17, 2017
NKU's Carson Williams backs down a Berea defender on Wednesday night at BB&T Arena.

ETSU gets revenge, defeat Norse in second match-up of the season

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 7, 2017
NKU players guard a Morehead State player. The Norse won 86-49.

#NorseNotebook NKU defensive-minded team with high powered offense

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 4, 2017
Head Coach John Brannen congratulates Drew McDonald (34) on his 1000th career point in the game against Morehead.

McDonald reaches 1,000 career points in win over Morehead State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
December 2, 2017
Grace White (1) looks for a teammate to pass to in the game against Robert Morris.

Gallery: Norse comeback falls short against Colonials

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 21, 2017
Lavone Holland II (30) dribbles the ball down the court in the game against Wilmington.

Holland named Horizon League Player of the Week

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 20, 2017
NKU circles up before the game against Milwaukee

Norse upset Jaguars; advance to face Cleveland State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 17, 2017
Head Coach John Brannen talks to players during the game against Wilmington.

Norse fend off James Madison in Bahamas

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 17, 2017
Taryn Taugher shoots a free throw after being fouled by Youngstown State

Foul trouble dooms Norse against Illinois State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 16, 2017
Jeff Garrett and the Norse watch the game against Wilmington. The Norse won 93-65.

Norse cruise past Quakers; head to Bahamas next week

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 12, 2017
Haley Libs (4) hits the ball in the game against Milwaukee

Norse fall to Cleveland State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 9, 2017
The NKU men's basketball team celebrates after winning the Horizon League championship.

Preview: Expectations high for reigning Horizon League champions

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 9, 2017
Jim Barkei (1) scoops up the ball in the game against Oakland

Barkei named Horizon League Goalkeeper of the Year

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 6, 2017
Jessica Frey (12) reacts to the 3-2 loss to IUPUI in the final game of her senior season in the Semi-Final game of the Horizon League Women's Soccer Tournament in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Gallery: Norse fall in Horizon League semi-final

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 2, 2017
Liam Evans (22) goes up for a head in the game against Oakland

Norse fall to Evansville in final non-conference match

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 1, 2017
NKU Athletics announced that they will be partnering with Braxton Brewing to create a beer garden

NKU athletics and Braxton Brewing agree to partnership

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
November 1, 2017
September 27, 2017--Rachel Conoway (22) follows a ball in the air in the game against Wright State at NKU Soccer Stadium in Highland Heights, Ky

Women’s soccer to play IUPUI in semi-final match

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 30, 2017
Jessica Frey (left) and Macy Hamblin (right) celebrate after a goal by Frey.

Hamblin named Horizon League Player of the Year

Christopher Decker, Sports Editor
October 30, 2017
Macy Hamblin (3) looks to pass a ball to a teammate upfield

Norse clinch second seed in Horizon League tournament

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 28, 2017
Macy Hamblin (3) after NKU's 1-0 loss against Cleveland State

GALLERY: Vikings spoil Norse senior night

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 21, 2017
Ally Perkins scored a goal and assisted on a goal against Oakland Wednesday night

Norse move into first place in Horizon League

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 19, 2017
Jim Barkei (1) scoops up the ball in the game against Oakland

Norse battle Flames to 0-0 draw

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 14, 2017
Macy Hamblin (3) and Emily Soltes (7) celebreate after a goal in the game against Green Bay

Three first half goals power NKU past Green Bay

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 14, 2017
Macy Hamblin (3) wins a headball in the game against Xavier

Hamblin’s offensive prowess lifts her into NKU record books

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 12, 2017
Maslow's Army was formed in October of 2016 by Susan and Samuel Landis (center).

Cincinnati Woman of the Year overcomes homelessness to help others

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 9, 2017
Wlademir Babaew (4) rests after time expires in the game against Oakland

Late goal pushes Grizzlies past Norse

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 7, 2017
September 27, 2017--Jessica Frey (12) prepares to take a shot on goal in the game against Wright State at NKU Soccer Stadium in Highland Heights, Ky

Norse defeat Detroit Mercy for fourth consecutive victory

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
October 2, 2017
September 27, 2017--Jessica Frey (12) takes a shot in the game against Wright State at NKU Soccer Stadium in Highland Heights, Ky

Frey’s second half goal lifts Norse over Raiders

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 27, 2017
The Norse celebrate Tom Suchecki's first half goal against Memphis

Norse earn sixth victory of season over Memphis

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 25, 2017
NKU players huddle up before the second half in the game against Marshall

Norse record fifth shutout of the season in victory over IUPUI

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 23, 2017
Jim Barkei (1) is introduced before the game against Fort Wayne

Barkei wins Horizon League Defensive Player of the Week after shutout at CSU

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 18, 2017
Macy Hamblin (3) wins a headball in the game against Xavier

Hamblin’s second half goal gets Norse back on track

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 15, 2017
Payton Naylor (25) watches the game against Xavier.

Norse extend losing streak to three after loss to Xavier

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 10, 2017
NKU players celebrate after a goal by Tom Suchecki (9)

Suchecki’s goal carries Norse over Belmont

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 9, 2017
The Norse prepare for Thursday's game against Green Bay.

NKU’s 2017-2018 men’s basketball schedule released

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
September 6, 2017
NKU Athletics announced that they will be partnering with Braxton Brewing to create a beer garden

NKU Athletics, Matthew 25 Ministries accepting Hurricane Harvey donations

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 31, 2017
Haley Libs jumps to spike a ball past the Cleveland State blockers. CSU would go on to win the match 3-2.

Libs, Norse look to start new season with W’s

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 30, 2017
Campbell Morris is one of the few returning players from the 2016 roster

New look Norse look to move forward in 2017

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 24, 2017
NKU's Student Union

UPDATE: NKU reaches settlement in sexual assault lawsuit

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 24, 2017
Kailey Ivins got the start in the midfield for the Norse against EKU

Frey scores twice in victory over Morehead State

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 22, 2017
Jessica Frey scored the game winning goal against EKU Friday night.

GALLERY: Frey’s second half goal powers Norse to victory

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 19, 2017
The Norse received their championship rings at NKU Soccer Stadium

Dynamic Duo hope to lead Norse to second Horizon League championship

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 18, 2017
The men's basketball team will need to win the Horizon League tournament to earn a place in the NCAA tounrament

Chamber of Commerce to honor NKU men’s basketball

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 17, 2017
Kobie Qualah fights for the ball with a UC defender. The Norse tied with UC 0-0.

Men’s Soccer to host FC Cincinnati reserves in preseason match

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
August 8, 2017
Trey Ganns is hitting .348 on the season with 14 doubles and 11 home runs.

Ganns forgoes senior season to join Red Sox

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
July 12, 2017
John Brannen coaches up his team prior to Friday's game against Oakland.

Brannen signs contract extension with NKU

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor
June 15, 2017
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