Northwestern Wildcats Tickets

The Northwestern Wildcats football program boasts a rich and storied tradition dating back to its inception in 1882, making it one of the oldest programs in college football. The team’s foundations were laid by its first head coach, Knowlton Ames, who helped establish the early identity of the Wildcats with a winning record of 7-5-5. Over the years, the program has experienced moments of remarkable success, with the pinnacle coming during the 1995 season, when Northwestern achieved an outstanding record of 10–2—a benchmark that remains one of the best overall records in the program’s history. That season, the team made it to the Rose Bowl of 1996. Today, the team proudly calls Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, a historic venue in Evanston, Illinois that has witnessed countless memorable moments.

Last season, the Northwestern Wildcats demonstrated a blend of resilience and competitive spirit as they navigated the demanding Big Ten schedule. Their overall record was 4-8, and they went 2-7 in conference play.  This performance was highlighted by several hard-fought victories against traditional conference rivals, as well as a few narrow losses that underscored both the challenges of the season and the potential for future growth.