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The Preface

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The Preface

The News Site of Indiana University South Bend

The Preface

IUSB's Kaylee Darnell (7) during the IUSB vs. Olivet Nazarene softball game Friday, April 14, 2023 at Dick Pfeil Field in South Bend. (Photo by Michael Caterina/Indiana University South Bend)

Senior goodbye: Kaylee Darnell

Kaylee Darnell April 26, 2023
For the last three and a half years, I’ve been writing the sports stories for the Preface, but this story is different. This time, I’m signing off and saying goodbye. This is such a bittersweet feeling…it hurts so much to close one chapter, but knowing you're about to turn the page to the next chapter is so exciting. 
Players hold hands before the IUSB vs. Olivet Nazarene softball game Friday, April 14, 2023 at Dick Pfeil Field in South Bend. (Photo by Michael Caterina/Indiana University South Bend)

Baseball and softball look forward to strong season finishes

Kaylee Darnell April 26, 2023
The school year may be coming to an end, but our spring sports are still working their way through the season. Both the baseball and softball teams are more than two thirds of the way through their season and are fighting for a spot in the CCAC conference tournament.
Softball team earns winning record in Florida

Softball team earns winning record in Florida

Kaylee Darnell April 5, 2023
With spring officially in the air, the IU South Bend softball team has hit the ground running for their season. The Titans traveled to Melbourne, Fla. during spring break to take part in 10 games during their trip. 
Instagram: Another way to get involved on campus

Instagram: Another way to get involved on campus

Mira Costello April 21, 2022

By: Mira Costello Co-Editor    Do you want to be more active in those clubs you signed up for during Welcome Week? Do you have a packed schedule, but still want to support your campus...

This week in sports

This week in sports

Kaylee Darnell December 2, 2021

By: Kaylee Darnell Staff-Writer    Titan athletics has been in full swing this Fall season with almost all of the athletic teams participating in games.    The volleyball...

Photo provided by IU South Bend Athletics.

Softball drops to 3-11 in conference 

Kaylee Darnell April 20, 2021

By: Kaylee Darnell Staff-Writer  The Titans softball team had a weekend road trip where they played six games, but ultimately were defeated in all six. On Friday, April 16, they played Olivet...

Photo provided by IU South Bend Athletics. Aly Brickel strikes out two in their doubleheader against Judson.

Softball: Splitting the day

Kaylee Darnell March 31, 2021

By: Kaylee Darnell Staff-Writer In the Titan’s first conference game, they faced Judson and split with them for the day. This brings the team’s conference record to 1-1.  Game one was...

We Asked You: What’s your walk-up song?

We Asked You: What’s your walk-up song?

Kaylee Darnell March 24, 2021

By: Kaylee Darnell Staff Writer Nichole VanZant: Q: What’s your walk-up song? A: My hitting walk-up is Hypnotize by Biggie Smalls, and my pitching song is I Look Good by Chalie Boy. Q:...

Softball season is starting and here what’s to come

Softball season is starting and here what’s to come

Kaylee Darnell March 10, 2021

By: Kaylee Darnell Staff Writer IU South Bend softball has officially started their season but unfortunately has yet to bring home a win. They have played seven games so far and are still working...

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Masks not mandatory for IU South Bend’s sports teams

Kaylee Darnell September 23, 2020

By Kaylee Darnell Staff-Writer [email protected] Sports have been a topic for debate in recent months across the world. This doesn’t change for IU South Bend either. With the cancellation of...

Kaylee Staff. Photo / Kaylee Staff.

Meet the Staff: Kaylee Darnell

Kaylee Darnell September 23, 2020

By Kaylee Darnell Staff-Writer [email protected] For those of you who don’t know who I am, hey, my name’s Kaylee and I am a junior here at IU South Bend. I am majoring in Communication with...

Olivia Zarantonello. Photo / Kaylee Darnell.

Softball: Putting a hold on the game for the safety of athletes

September 2, 2020

Kaylee Darnell Staff Writer From getting her senior season canceled in high school to now being a freshman in college and having her spring season be a question to all, Olivia Zarantonello, focuses on...

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