CMR softball state runner-up to Billings West, earn first trophy in 9 years
The C.M. Russell High softball team finished as the runner-up at the Class AA state tournament, marking their best performance since 2017. They lost to Billings West in the championship game, which ended 10-0. This achievement also earned them their first trophy in nine years.
- ▪CMR softball finished second at the Class AA state tournament held at the University of Montana Softball Field.
- ▪The Rustlers lost to Billings West, who won their first title in 12 years.
- ▪CMR's last trophy was in 2017 when they won the state championship.
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