Softball: ‘Mudita’ carries St. Bede to first State championship

Members of the St. Bede softball team celebrate in the infield after winning the Class 1A State championship over Illini Bluffs on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex in Peoria.
St. Bede head softball coach Shawn Sons reacts after winning the Class 1A State championship over Illini Bluffs on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex in Peoria.