NIU Softball to Host Buffalo in MAC Opener

DeKALB, Ill. — The Northern Illinois University softball team begins its home season this weekend, hosting the University at Buffalo in a three-game Mid-American Conference series at Mary M. Bell Field. The series is scheduled for March 13-14.

Series Schedule

The Huskies and Bulls will play a doubleheader on Friday, March 13, starting at 1:00 p.m. CDT. The final game of the series is set for Saturday, March 14, also at 1:00 p.m. CDT. NIU Events Calendar

Fan Information

Admission to Mary M. Bell Field is free. Fans are encouraged to participate in “Wear Red” weekend to support the Huskies. NIU Athletics

Last Season’s Matchup

NIU won two out of three games against Buffalo last year. Jenna Turner (Marengo, Ill./Marengo) set an individual record with five runs scored in a single game during the series. The Huskies also achieved a team record of 20 RBIs. NIU Athletics

Huskies’ Current Stats

Danielle Stewart (Frankfort, Ill./Lincoln-Way East) currently leads the NIU team with a .441 batting average. Jenna Turner follows with a .375 average and 15 hits. Mia Morera (Simi Valley, Calif./Westlake) has 12 RBIs, and Madison Carlson (South Beloit, Ill./South Beloit) leads the pitching staff with 20 strikeouts. NIU Athletics

Buffalo’s Current Stats

The Buffalo Bulls enter the series with a 7-14 record, having won their last two games. Emily Gorman leads the team with a .394 average, 26 hits, 12 stolen bases, and six doubles. Reagan Terwilliger has 21 runs, and Bella Smithson has four home runs. Olivia Russ leads the Bulls’ pitching with an ERA of 5.68 and 20 strikeouts. NIU Athletics

Follow the Huskies

Stay up-to-date with NIU Softball by following @NIUSoftball on Twitter/X, NIU Softball on Facebook, and @NIU_Softball on Instagram. NIU Athletics

Watch Live

Live video of the games will be available on NIUHuskies.com. NIU Events Calendar