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Softball takes home series finale

By Khobi Price | May 8, 2018

DeKALB — The softball team won two out of three games against the Central Michigan University Chippewas Friday and Saturday at Mary M. Bell Field, concluding its 2018 regular season.The Huskies (21-30, 11-11 Mid-American Conference) clinched their spot...

Late-game execution key for Huskies

By Khobi Price | May 3, 2018

The softball team needs to close out games stronger if it wants to qualify for the Mid-American Conference tournament.The Huskies are in danger of missing the MAC tournament for the first time since 2012. They’re going to finish with their worst winning...

Outfielder ready to turn season around

By Khobi Price | April 26, 2018

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...

Senior infielder Alaynie Woollard throws to first base in the Huskies’ 9-1 win March 30 against the University at Buffalo Bulls.

Infielder’s leadership speaks volumes

By Khobi Price | April 19, 2018

Senior infielder Alaynie Woollard throws to first base in the Huskies’ 9-1 win March 30 against the University at Buffalo Bulls.

Batter Breakdown: Sam Schmidt

By Khobi Price | April 19, 2018

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...

Softball extends losing streak

By Khobi Price | April 15, 2018

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...

Softball can’t close out home series

By Khobi Price | April 9, 2018

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...

Bulls make smart choice with key players

By Khobi Price | April 5, 2018

The Chicago Bulls front office made a smart decision Monday by shutting down guards Kris Dunn and Zach LaVine for the remainder of the 2017-18 season.Dunn sprained his big toe on his right foot in the Bulls’ March 15 win over the Memphis Grizzlies....

The Huskies throw out a runner at first base in their 9-1 home win Friday against Buffalo. NIU has won four consecutive games.  

Softball extends winning streak to four

By Khobi Price | April 2, 2018

The Huskies throw out a runner at first base in their 9-1 home win Friday against Buffalo. NIU has won four consecutive games.  

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 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...