Senior first baseman Caitlyn Shumaker (3) (left) walks out of the dugout as her name is announced and high fives junior second baseman Kacie Quick (12). Shumaker made a connection in each at bat, landing two second base hits and a third base hit, all three converted to runs. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
IN PICTURES: Softball struggles in home opener
The team’s sixth straight loss
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist
March 26, 2024
The NIU softball team runs out from the dugout after the NIU batter lineup was announced. The first home game saw a periodic cold drizzle until the last out of the final inning Tuesday, when the rain picked up substantially. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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Totus Tuus Keely, Assistant Photo Editor
Totus Tuus Keely is a junior mechatronics engineering major at NIU. He began as a photographer in the spring 2024 semester. Outside of his busy class schedule, he enjoys photographing sports and capturing the emotions of fans and players. He was able to travel and photograph the historic football win against No. 5 Notre Dame in 2024. Along with photography, he enjoys performing in the World Music Program and the NIU Pep Band, as well as constantly expanding his musical taste.
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