Former Naperville Central High School standout Julia Nicholus played on Thursday, May 15 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division III Softball Championship

On Thursday, May 15, former Naperville Central High School standout Julia Nicholus’ current collegiate team the Washington Bears lost 3-4 against the Wartburg Knights in the NCAA Division III Softball Championship.

The game took place at WashU Softball Field at 1:40 p.m. and was the first matchup against the Wartburg Knights in the tournament.

The Washington Bears’ next game will take place on Friday, May 16 at 11 a.m. at WashU Softball Field.