GRCC Women's Softball Sweeps Grace Christian in Double Header

Raiders improve to 20-7 on the season with 5-2 and 5-0 wins, showcasing high energy and strong defense.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:08pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a women's softball game in motion, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the players, field, and action.The GRCC women's softball team's energetic celebration of their double-header sweep over Grace Christian University showcases the team's strong chemistry and determination.Muskegon Today

The Grand Rapids Community College women's softball team swept Grace Christian University in a double header, winning the first game 5-2 and the second game 5-0. The Raiders entered the games with high energy and enthusiasm, cheering and chanting throughout to keep the team's morale up. Despite some struggles at the plate, the Raiders played strong defense and got solid pitching performances to improve their season record to 20-7.

Why it matters

The Raiders' sweep of Grace Christian University continues their impressive season and showcases the team's ability to win close games through strong defense, pitching, and team chemistry. The high energy and camaraderie displayed by the Raiders is a key factor in their success so far this year.

The details

In the first game, the Raiders won 5-2 despite only recording 5 hits. Freshman pitcher Tia Schone said the team's cheering and energy was a big part of their performance. In the second game, the Raiders won 5-0 while collecting 13 hits, though they felt they could have scored more runs. Head coach Chuck White praised the team's defense, which included an outstanding double play in the early innings.

  • The games were played on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • The Raiders will next play a doubleheader against Muskegon Community College on Friday, April 10, 2026 starting at 2 p.m.

The players

Tia Schone

A freshman pitcher for the GRCC women's softball team who spoke about the importance of the team's energy and enthusiasm during the games.

Caitlyn Horvath

A freshman centerfielder for the GRCC women's softball team who discussed how the team's support for one another keeps everyone involved and helps them have fun during the games.

Chuck White

The head coach of the GRCC women's softball team, who acknowledged the team's strong camaraderie and praised their defensive performance in the games.

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What they’re saying

“Our cheering is a big part of how we play. We try and have a lot of energy, and that just helps us all stay positive through down moments.”

— Tia Schone, Freshman Pitcher

“(It) keeps everyone involved. We try to find the fun in all of the time we can, because we don't want to get down during the game.”

— Caitlyn Horvath, Freshman Centerfielder

“You know it makes them happy, so I'm happy.”

— Chuck White, Head Coach

What’s next

The Raiders will prepare to play Muskegon Community College at Belknap Park in a doubleheader on Friday, April 10, 2026, starting at 2 p.m. Due to weather conditions, there may be changes in the schedule, so fans should check the GRCC Athletics website for further updates.

The takeaway

The GRCC women's softball team's impressive sweep of Grace Christian University showcases their ability to win close games through strong team chemistry, defense, and pitching. The Raiders' high energy and enthusiasm throughout the games is a key factor in their success so far this season.