Ella Cushing, former Downers Grove South High School standout, played on Friday, April 11 in NCAA Division I softball game

On Friday, April 11, former Downers Grove South High School standout Ella Cushing’s current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, won 12-4 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Michigan State Spartans.

The game took place at Eichelberger Field. This was their first matchup against the Spartans this season.

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Saturday, April 12 at 1 p.m. at Eichelberger Field against Michigan State Spartans.