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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Kelsey Nader swings at a pitch at Sharon J. Drysdale Field.

Softball: Strong pitching and freshman firepower lift No. 19 Northwestern to Big Ten quarterfinal victory

May 12, 2023

No. 19 Northwestern (36-11, 20-3 Big Ten) defeated Iowa (31-27, 10-13 Big Ten) 3-1 in the quarterfinal matchup of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday. Hunting for its first Big Ten Tournament title since...

Girl with long brown hair in striped uniform throws ball.

Softball: No. 20 Northwestern sweeps Wisconsin, extends win streak to eight

April 16, 2023

No. 20 Northwestern (28-9, 13-1 Big Ten) completed its third consecutive sweep this weekend, winning three games against Wisconsin (22-14, 7-5 Big Ten). The Wildcats swept Penn State (23-13, 5-9 Big...

A softball player in a white jersey and white pants smiles as teammates surround them and tap their helmet.

Captured: Softball beats Penn State 9-4

April 10, 2023

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

Sophomore pitcher Kenzie Ellis steps up to the plate. The sophomore will play a vital role from both the batters box and the mound against Illinois.

Softball: Northwestern prepares for final home games of season against Illinois

May 2, 2017

Softball Northwestern will look to close out its home schedule in winning fashion Wednesday, when the team hosts Big Ten rival Illinois in a doubleheader. The Wildcats (20-27, 7-12 Big Ten) enter...

Andrea Filler (right) and Brooke Marquez regroup after fielding the ball. Filler leads the Wildcats in slugging percentage and is tied for first in home runs.

Softball: Wildcats enjoying lengthy home stretch

April 14, 2016

Softball Despite freezing temperatures, driving rain and rescheduled games, the Wildcats are making themselves quite comfortable at home in April. Northwestern’s weekend series with Nebraska...

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