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Gallery: NIU Softball claims victory over Western Michigan

By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist
April 30, 2025
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Senior first baseman Madison Mathews (21) dabs after her double to center field during the first inning of the second game on Tuesday against Western Michigan University. Mathews made most of a difference for the second game in fielding, tied for most number of putouts at a total of five for the second game. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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Junior catcher Rylie Hartman (13) catches a pop fly behind the plate for the last out of the second game’s fourth inning against Western Michigan University on Tuesday. NIU’s final softball series will be at University of Toledo with a double header starting at noon on Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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Totus Tuus Keely
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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NIU softball senior first baseman Madison Mathews (21) doubles back after rounding third base during the first inning of Game 2 against Western Michigan University on Tuesday. The Huskies split the doubleheader, dropping a 4-3 first game before a 9-7 victory in Game 2. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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