Northern Illinois University Athletics

Mlungisi “Mlu” Mhlanga joined the Huskies in fall 2026 serving as Team Manager, Mental Performance. A former collegiate tennis player at Johnson C. Smith University, Mhlanga will focus on supporting the mental skills and competitive behvaiots that supprt consistent performance, development and well-being. 

Mhlanga is currently pursuing his Masters in Kinesiology with a specialization in Sport and Exercise Psychology.