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The Daily Northwestern

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


Morgan Nelson prepares to take off from first base. The senior has been a key component of the Wildcats’ offense this season.

Softball: The Daily’s writers ruminate about winning streak, Big Ten title chances

April 18, 2019

Coming off a dramatic sweep of Wisconsin last weekend, Northwestern (33-7, 12-0 Big Ten) is riding an 11-game winning streak and is all alone in first place in the Big Ten. With three weeks remaining in...

In Focus: As NCAA proposal nears vote, college baseball and softball coaches seek to elevate volunteers to equal standing

In Focus: As NCAA proposal nears vote, college baseball and softball coaches seek to elevate volunteers to equal standing

April 15, 2019

It was the top of the eighth inning of the 2017 Big Ten Tournament semifinal against Maryland — a win-or-go-home game for the Wildcats — when Sam Lawrence delivered one of the most important pitches...

Morgan Newport stands out in right field. The junior hit a home run and recorded the save in the first game of a doubleheader Saturday.

Softball: Balance, versatility fuel Wildcats to sweep of No. 25 Wisconsin

April 14, 2019

Softball All teams rely on their star players. But what sets the good teams apart is their balance and the ability to have people step up in multiple ways. Northwestern used that formula to perfection...

Kate Drohan high-fives Morgan Nelson as she rounds third base. The coach has a chance to earn her 600th career win Tuesday against Notre Dame.

Softball: Drohans seek 600th career win as Northwestern welcomes Notre Dame

April 8, 2019

Softball Northwestern’s coaches always try to make everything about their players. But sometimes, the spotlight inevitably falls on them. Tuesday will be one of those times. The Wildcats’ game...

Rachel Lewis takes a swing. The sophomore hit two home runs in the Wildcats’ weekend sweep at Nebraska.

Softball: Opportunistic Wildcats stay perfect in Big Ten with sweep of Nebraska

April 7, 2019

Softball Great pitching combined with timely hitting typically leads to success. Northwestern used that recipe to earn a third-straight weekend sweep, winning all three games against Nebraska...

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