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Red Bud's historic softball season ends one win short of state tournament trip

Bucky Dent | Special to the Post-Dispatch
Jun 1, 2026
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Red Bud second baseman Brynlee Liefer throws the ball into the infield during Carterville's 6-0 victory over Red Bud in the IHSA 2A Super-Sectional game held at Charlotte West Stadium on Monday, June 1, 2026 in Carbondale, Illinois.
Christopher Kays | Special to the Post-Dispatch

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Bucky Dent | Special to the Post-Dispatch

CARBONDALE — The best season in Red Bud softball history ended Monday night against the best pitcher the Musketeers have seen all year.

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