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Monroe Central baseball wins first sectional title since 2014

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Monroe Central baseball wins first sectional title since 2014
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Monroe Central baseball claimed its first IHSAA sectional championship in 12 years after victories over Blue River Valley and Cambridge City Lincoln. The team defeated Blue River Valley 4-3 in the semifinals on May 30, and then topped Cambridge City Lincoln 16-1 in the final on June 1. Coach Sean Richardson praised the players for their hard work and resilience throughout the season, noting significant contributions from both pitchers and hitters during the championship run. Monroe Central will now aim for its first baseball regional championship on June 6 against Sectional 55 champion North Miami.

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  • •Monroe Central won Class 1A Sectional 56.
  • •Defeated Blue River Valley 4-3 in semifinals.
  • •Beat Cambridge City Lincoln 16-1 in championship.
  • •Caleb Luedike went 4-for-4 as a hitter and pitched the final.
  • •Next game is against North Miami on June 6 for regional title.
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  • 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Monroe Central baseball clinches first sectional title in 12 years
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Monroe Central baseball claimed its first IHSAA sectional championship in 12 years with victories over Blue River Valley and Cambridge City Lincoln.

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