Mater Dei Baseball Captures First State Championship in 27 Years
The Wildcats overcame a late deficit to win 6-3 in eight innings, delivering Mater Dei its first state title since 1999.
Jun 21, 2026
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The Wildcats overcame a late deficit to win 6-3 in eight innings, delivering Mater Dei its first state title since 1999.

Evansville Mater Dei defeated Bluffton 6‑3 in an eight‑inning showdown, with Jackson Schaefer’s tie‑breaking hit and Max Miller’s RBI single delivering the victory. The win caps a redemption campaign and earns Schaefer the L.V. Phillips Mental Attitude Award.

The Eagles routed the Pirates 17-0 on May 23, advancing to the district semifinals while Bluffton concludes a 3-14-1 season.