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Fall 2026 · University of Minnesota Gopher softball

Fall with
the Gophers.

Seven images. Six games. A little Big Ten softball.

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FALL 2026 · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA SOFTBALL

Fall with
the Gophers.

A Minnesota softball infielder reaches to tag a runner sliding headfirst toward the base during a fall game on September 27, 2026.
Right there at the base.

These are some images I shot during the fall season for the University of Minnesota Gopher softball team.

A Minnesota softball runner takes a lead off the base during a fall game on September 27, 2026.
Ready to go.

The game gets faster.

Over the years, I’ve photographed sports starting with little kids. Now getting to shoot Big Ten sports is kind of fun.

A Minnesota softball infielder releases a throw as an opposing runner slides behind her during a fall game against Winona on October 2, 2026.
The next play.
A Minnesota softball outfielder reaches up with her glove near the outfield wall during a fall game against Iowa State on October 4, 2026.
Eyes on the ball.

Across the infield.

A Minnesota softball infielder stretches low to field the ball during a fall game against North Dakota State on October 4, 2026.
Minnesota & North Dakota State.

One pitch.
One moment.

A Minnesota softball batter meets the pitch with the catcher and umpire behind the plate during a fall game against North Iowa Area CC on October 10, 2026.
Bat meets ball.
A Minnesota softball runner celebrates beside the base during a fall game against Iowa State on October 4, 2026.
Letting it out.

A little Big Ten energy.

A FEW FROM THE FALL SEASON

Six games.
Seven moments.

A few images from six games during the Gophers’ fall softball season. The challenge keeps it interesting—and the faster game makes it exciting.

Robert

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