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Sioux Falls Jefferson softball team wins second straight state championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:04 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Sioux Falls Jefferson softball team wins second straight state championship

Summary

The Sioux Falls Jefferson softball team secured its second consecutive Class AA state championship with an 11-0 victory over Sioux Falls Washington on June 16, 2026. The Cavaliers concluded their season with a remarkable 33-game winning streak. Jefferson has quickly established itself as a powerhouse in South Dakota softball, achieving dominance in just five years since the school's opening. Senior Macy Bryant and her teammates attributed their success to hard work and a strong support system, while head coach Ed Whiting highlighted the unique opportunity for a new program to create its own identity. The team looks to continue its winning tradition moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Jefferson finishes the season with 33 consecutive wins.
•The Cavaliers scored six runs in the fifth inning of the championship game.
•Macy Bryant was named South Dakota Gatorade Player of the Year.
•The team's pitching staff allowed no runs in four postseason games.
•Head coach Ed Whiting emphasizes the program's potential to build a strong tradition.

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Sioux Falls Jefferson may be just five years old, but the Cavaliers are becoming a softball powerhouse after two consecutive state championships.
— Yahoo Sports

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