DEKALB, Ill. – Northern Illinois University men's basketball head coach Matt Majkrzak announced the signing of Trevor Polite (Mequon, Wis./Homestead) to join the Huskies for the 2026-27 season. Polite is the sixth addition to the NIU men's basketball roster this spring, with more additions to be announced. 

"Trevor is one of the smartest players I have coached," said Majkrzak. "He's an elite on-ball defender, a great rebounder, and an excellent passer. He's a 6-foot-6 wing that can guard and play multiple positions with his vast skillset and competitive nature. On top of all his basketball tools, he's a sensational leader and makes winning plays after winning plays. We are so lucky that we get to keep coaching Trevor at NIU". 

Polite started 15 games as a true freshman for Northern Michigan this past season. He shot 59 percent from the field, 45.5 percent from three and 78.6 percent from the free-throw line while averaging 3.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game. The 6-foot-6 Polite scored over 1,100 points in high school while helping Homestead High School to three regional championships and two conference titles. 

Fans can make deposits for season tickets for the first season of the Matt Majkrzak era online at NIUHuskies.com/tickets, by contacting the NIU Ticket Office at 815-753-PACK (7225) weekdays between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or via email at huskiestickets@niu.edu.

The Boneyard Competitive Excellence Fund supports Huskie student-athletes with a forward-thinking approach designed to strengthen competitiveness, elevate the student-athlete experience, and secure a successful future for NIU Athletic programs. For more information or to contribute to the Boneyard Competitive Excellence Fund, please contact the Huskies Athletic Fund at 815-753-1923 or huskieathleticfund@niu.edu.