Northeast Bradford softball team falls to Blue Ridge in late rally

Madalyn Callear's first career home run wasn't enough to hold off Blue Ridge's comeback

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:05am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school softball game, with overlapping planes of players, bats, and the field, conveying the dynamic action and unpredictable nature of the sport.

A fractured, geometric illustration captures the intensity and unpredictability of a high school softball game that came down to the final inning.Rome Today

In a close softball game between Northeast Bradford and Blue Ridge, Northeast Bradford took an early 3-1 lead after Madalyn Callear hit her first career home run. However, Blue Ridge rallied with a four-run inning in the final frame to defeat Northeast Bradford 6-5.

Why it matters

This game highlights the competitive nature of high school softball in the region, with Northeast Bradford and Blue Ridge battling for a win. The late-game comeback by Blue Ridge also demonstrates the importance of playing a full seven innings and not letting up, even when holding a lead.

The details

Northeast Bradford took a 3-1 lead after Madalyn Callear hit her first career home run in the bottom of the third inning to tie the game. They extended their lead to 4-2 heading into the final inning. However, Blue Ridge scored four runs in the top of the seventh to rally and defeat Northeast Bradford 6-5.

Madalyn Callear hit her first career home run in the bottom of the third inning.
Northeast Bradford held a 4-2 lead heading into the seventh inning.
Blue Ridge scored four runs in the top of the seventh inning to win 6-5.

The players

Madalyn Callear

A player for the Northeast Bradford softball team who hit her first career home run in the game.