Softball Recap: Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter Triumphs

By Team Reports Apr 29, 2026, 3:42am

Softball Recap: Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter Raiders vs. Heritage Christian Eagles

While Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter's win against Heritage Christian wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Raiders had just enough and edged out the Eagles 10-8. The victory continues a trend for the Raiders in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now won three in a row.

Owen Finke

Home Runs (Career)

04/28/26 @ Heritage Christian2
04/23/26 vs Brown County1
04/21/26 @ Greenwood Christian Academy1
04/14/26 vs Indianapolis Scecina Memorial1
04/09/26 @ Horizon Christian1

The team relied heavily on Owen Finke, who fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-5. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Kennadi Dillard also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.

Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter's win bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Heritage Christian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.

Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter will be playing in front of their home fans against Herron at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last four games the Achaeans have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Heritage Christian, they will venture away from home to take on Pike at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Red Devils have averaged an impressive 11.2 runs per game this season.

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