H-F junior Izzy Thurman wasn't supposed to catch against Mokena, but the Vikings are glad she did. (David P. Funk/HF Chronicle)
Sports

Thurman steps up in H-F softball’s walk-off win 

Izzy Thurman can catch. The Homewood-Flossmoor junior has a little experience behind the plate. She’s caught all of six games. 

When injuries forced the Vikings to go to their third option at backstop against Manteno on April 16, Thurman wasn’t worried. She was excited. 

“When I catch, I see pitches really well (while hitting),” Thurman said. “I love catching. I just love catching.” 

H-F junior Izzy Thurman wasn't supposed to catch against Mokena, but the Vikings are glad she did. (David P. Funk/HF Chronicle)
H-F junior Izzy Thurman wasn’t supposed to catch against Mokena, but the…
Popular stories < 7 days

Newsletter

Meet Charley Dieringer

H-F Pride Fest 2026