Battle of the Badges took place over the weekend

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — It was a “Battle on the Ballfield” in Richmond this weekend — but the rivalry was all for a good cause.

The Richmond Police Department and the Richmond Fire Department squared off at the Lexington Legends’ ballpark for the annual “Battle of the Badges” charity softball game.

The friendly competition benefits CASA of the Wilderness Trail, an organization that advocates for children navigating the court system.

While the Fire Department took home bragging rights this year, both sides say the real winners are the kids in the community. Police add they’re already looking forward to a rematch next year.