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Q-and-A with Jenny Van Geertry

By Rick Green | March 26, 2018

DeKALB — Softball junior outfielder Jenny Van Geertry has consistently been one of best players on the team, batting over .435 this year.Van Geertry recorded eight multi-hit games, led the team in doubles and triples and received All-MAC second team...

Softball ends series with a loss

By Khobi Price | March 26, 2018

DeKALB — The softball team lost to the Miami University RedHawks 7-2 Sunday after its attempted rally in the sixth inning fell short.“In this game particularly, we just did not play good defense,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe. “On paper,...

Softball splits first two games of series

By Rick Green | March 23, 2018

The softball team split a double header against the Miami RedHawks Friday to open up conference play after only allowing one run on the day.“Anytime you give up one run in two games you’re doing something right,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe.Friday...

Softball suffering tough start

By Khobi Price | March 22, 2018

The softball team needs to make significant improvements as it turns its focus to the start of Mid-American Conference play.“The dimmest spot is definitely, obviously, our record,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe. “We started out a lot slower...

Batter Breakdown: Bekah Harnish

By Rick Green | March 1, 2018

Name: Bekah HarnishPosition: Catcher/InfielderHometown: Burlington, IllinoisFavorite sports team: Beverly Bandits“The Bandits are the softball team that I grew up watching and are local in the area,” Harnish said.Interesting fact: Loves Art“Art...

Softball goes 2-3 over weekend

By Rick Green | February 19, 2018

DeKALB — The softball team earned its first two wins of the young season in the College of Charleston Tournament.“There is a lot of room for improvement, but we are in a better spot this week than last week,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe.Friday...

Softball to begin new season

By Khobi Price | February 8, 2018

DeKALB — The softball team will commence their 2018 season Friday after coming off their second consecutive 30-plus win season.“I’m pretty excited to get going,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe. “We’ve got the core group back, so we should...