Illinois High School Softball - Marian Catholic edged by Benet Academy
May 2, 2026: Chicago Heights, IL 60411 Benet Academy Redwings (Lisle, IL) supporters left the game thrilled Saturday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Marian Catholic Spartans (Chicago Heights, IL), 9-8 in a league game.
With the triumph, Benet Academy improves its record to 15-14 on the year. The Redwings travel to Mother McAuley (Chicago, IL) to play the Mighty Macs in a non-league game on Monday, May 4. The Mighty Macs enter the game with a record of 7-12. Mother McAuley won 11-5 in their recent non-league game against Payton College Prep (Chicago, IL)
The Spartans now hold a 10-16 record. They play next when they travel to Nazareth Academy for a East Suburban Catholic game on Monday, May 4. Marian Catholic will play a Roadrunners squad coming off a 22-6 non-league loss to Amundsen (Chicago, IL). The Roadrunners record now stands at 4-16.