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New Palestine softball falls 6-3 to Hanover Central in 3A championship

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

New Palestine softball falls 6-3 to Hanover Central in 3A championship
Summary

New Palestine suffered a 6-3 defeat to Hanover Central in the Class 3A state championship held at Purdue's Bittinger Stadium on June 12, 2026. The Dragons led 2-0 early but couldn’t maintain their advantage as Hanover scored steadily, with key hits throughout the game. Senior pitcher Sadey Hughbanks struggled against the Wildcats' offense, allowing six runs on ten hits while striking out seven. Despite strong community support and a resilient postseason performance, New Palestine's season ends with a record of 24-8. Coach Ed Marcum reflected on the team's close-knit dynamics and its journey this year.

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  • •New Palestine leads 2-0 after the first inning.
  • •Hanover Central scores six runs, including two key innings.
  • •Sadey Hughbanks strikes out seven but allows six runs.
  • •The Dragons conclude their season with a 24-8 record.
  • •Ed Marcum reflects on team unity and success in postseason.
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  • 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — New Palestine softball fought, but it 'just couldn't pull through' in 3A final
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New Palestine softball fought to the finish but come up short in Class 3A state championship against Hanover Central.

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