DeKALB — Softball junior outfielder Jessica Rio is looking to redeem herself as the regular season comes to a close.Rio has experienced more lows than highs during the 2018 season. She ranks No. 14 on the team in batting average out of 15 qualified...

DeKALB — The Huskie’s (17-26, 8-8 Mid-American Conference) victories snapped their six-game losing streak, which dated back to April 7. The wins against Eastern Michigan marked NIU’s second conference sweep of the season.The softball team tallied...

Name: Sam SchmidtPosition: InfielderHometown: LombardStarted playing softball: Kindergarten“I started out playing baseball in kindergarten,” Schmidt said. “When I got to sixth grade, I switched over and started playing softball. I knew I kind of...

DeKalb — The softball team’s losing streak extended to six games as the Huskies lost two contests Friday against the University of Toledo Rockets in Toledo, Ohio.“Overall, we are playing well, we are just not getting a break,” said Head Coach...

DeKALB — The softball team lost both games of a double-header against MAC rival Ball State University Cardinals Wednesday to attain a conference record of 5-6.“I’m just a little disappointed at some of our at-bats,” said Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe....

DeKALB — The softball team won one game of its three-game series against the Ohio University Bobcats Saturday and Sunday at Mary M. Bell Field.The Huskies’ (14-22, 5-4 Mid-American Conference) lone win was their first victory against Ohio since May...

Name: Katie LamichPosition: OutfielderHometown: NapervilleInteresting fact: Can move earsFavorite sports team: Chicago Cubs“I love the way they carry themselves,” Lamich said.Favorite athlete/role model: Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo“They have a...