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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


Lily Novak swings through the ball. The sophomore infielder and the Wildcats were shut out three times in weekend losses.

Softball: Wildcats shut down at Michigan

April 2, 2017

Softball Northwestern put up several big numbers offensively in its first 29 games — 11 runs against North Carolina State, 10 against Long Beach State and 10 more against Illinois-Chicago — and...

Anna Petersen takes a swing. The senior outfielder hit a home run in the Wildcats’ win over Illinois-Chicago on Wednesday.

Softball: Wildcats roll past UIC, set up weekend clash with Michigan

March 30, 2017

Softball Northwestern is heading to Michigan with a boost of confidence. A strong start and big third inning gave the Wildcats (13-16, 1-2 Big Ten) a big early lead, allowing them to coast to an...

Softball: Northwestern closes split weekend with pair of wins

March 2, 2017

Softball For the first time this season, the Wildcats are coming home with momentum. Northwestern (3-10) closed out the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic with an 11-2 win over North Carolina State (3-12)...

Kenzie Ellis winds up. The sophomore is optimistic of Northwestern’s chances next weekend after a winless weekend in California.

Softball: Wildcats fall to ranked opponents at Big Ten-ACC Challenge

February 22, 2017

Softball The Wildcats dropped four games this weekend in Tallahassee, Florida, where they faced two ranked opponents in No. 1 Florida State and No. 20 Pittsburgh at the Big Ten-ACC Challenge. Despite...

Morgan Nelson runs home. The sophomore got off to a hot start in the Wildcats’ disappointing opening weekend.

Softball: Wildcats aim to improve consistency after 1-4 start to season

February 14, 2017

Softball After losing four of their five games to open the season, the Wildcats left Tucson, Arizona in agreement: They need to be more aggressive. Northwestern (1-4) kicked off the Hillenbrand Invitational...

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