Tecumseh's Seiler and Castle's Swedarsky duel in eight-inning thriller

Sophomore Audrey Seiler and junior Grace Swedarsky put on a pitching clinic at the Castle Invite tournament.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:42am

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Tecumseh sophomore Audrey Seiler and Castle junior Grace Swedarsky engaged in an eight-inning pitching duel at the Castle Invite tournament, with both hurlers putting on a dominant display on the mound.

Why it matters

The matchup between the two rising stars highlighted the high level of talent in Indiana high school softball, with Seiler and Swedarsky showcasing their skills in front of a packed crowd at the prestigious Castle Invite tournament.

The details

Seiler and Swedarsky matched each other pitch-for-pitch, combining for 23 strikeouts over the course of the eight-inning game. Both pitchers displayed pinpoint control and the ability to mix their pitches, keeping the opposing lineups off balance throughout the contest.

  • The game took place on April 10, 2026 at the Castle Invite tournament in Evansville, Indiana.
  • The game went a full eight innings before being decided.

The players

Audrey Seiler

A sophomore pitcher for the Tecumseh High School softball team.

Grace Swedarsky

A junior pitcher for the Castle High School softball team.

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What they’re saying

“I've been ready for this the whole entire season.”

— Audrey Seiler, Tecumseh Sophomore

What’s next

The two teams are scheduled to meet again later in the season, setting up a potential rematch between the two aces.

The takeaway

The duel between Seiler and Swedarsky showcased the depth of pitching talent in Indiana high school softball, with the two young stars putting on a clinic and giving fans a preview of the state's bright future on the diamond.