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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Senior catcher Lauren Sciborski rounds the bases after hitting a home run earlier this season. Sciborski started all three games behind the dish at UCLA, filling in for typical-starter sophomore catcher Emma Raye.

Softball: Northwestern shocks No. 8 UCLA, ends regular season with series road win

May 4, 2025

The metaphorical bread basket of collegiate softball has long resided in Southern California. With more Women’s College World Series wins and appearances than any other program in the country, No....

Northwestern will look to build on the momentum of back to back victories as it heads to Alabama next weekend.

Softball: Strong defensive and pitching performances propel Northwestern to a split at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic

February 25, 2024

While explosive offense has dominated Northwestern softball’s early-season narrative thus far, resilient pitching performances in low-scoring matchups led the team to a split result at the Mary Nutter...

Softball players high-five on the field.

Softball: Northwestern earns No. 12 seed, hosting rights in NCAA Tournament

May 14, 2023

For the second consecutive season, Northwestern softball will host a regional in the NCAA Tournament. The Wildcats (38-11, 20-3 Big Ten) were named the No. 12 national seed during Sunday’s Selection...

Two players in purple and white softball uniforms celebrate with smiles on their faces.

Softball: Why I Play: Maeve Nelson talks recruitment, Women’s College World Series

April 6, 2023

As a kindergartner, graduate student infielder Maeve Nelson's mornings began with more than just coloring and playtime. Each morning after breakfast, her father would take her to the library to read, then...

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