Badlands set the tone with a dramatic walk-off win, leading a day filled with big innings, back-and-forth battles, and multiple games decided in the late frames.
Green Bay 9, Fond du Lac 3
The Rockers jumped out early and never looked back, scoring two runs in the first inning before breaking the game open with a four-run fifth in a 9–3 victory over the Dock Spiders. Coleman Lewis (Georgia Tech) went 2-for-3, including a double, driving in two runs, scoring twice, and stealing a base. RJ Furcal Jr. (Sam Houston State University) went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and a double, scoring four times. David Ballenilla (Tennessee Wesleyan University) went 3-for-4, including a solo home run. For Fond du Lac, Miles Vandenheuvel (Ohio State University) went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run, while Jaden Rose (Florida Gulf Coast University) finished 2-for-4 with a solo homer. JT Guerrero III (Grand Canyon University) earned the win, throwing six innings with four strikeouts while allowing five hits, three runs, and one walk. Alex LePage (Immaculata University) closed out the game in dominant fashion, tossing two perfect innings and striking out four of the six batters he faced.
Wausau 9, Lakeshore 7
The Woodchucks held off a late push from the Chinooks to secure a 9–7 victory, using a steady offensive effort and a key two-run ninth inning to seal the win. Caleb Danzeisen (University of Arizona) delivered the decisive blow in the ninth, blasting a two-run home run to put the Woodchucks ahead for good. Dawson Harman (University of South Carolina) went 2-for-4 with a double, one RBI, two runs scored, and two stolen bases, while Holden Groebl (Cowley County CC) added a 3-for-5 performance with one RBI. For Lakeshore, Nick Allred (St. Mary’s College (CA)) went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run, and David Hogg II (Grayson CC) finished 2-for-3 with an RBI and two stolen bases. On the mound, Brady Wright (Santa Fe CC) earned the win, striking out five over two innings while allowing three hits and two runs. Reece Clapp (Illinois State University) secured the save with a scoreless, hitless inning, issuing one walk.
Traverse City 10, Kalamazoo 6
The Pit Spitters jumped out to a fast start and held off a late rally to secure a 10–6 victory over the Growlers, scoring six runs in the first inning and doing enough down the stretch to preserve the win. Zach Kucharczyk (Kellogg CC) went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, finishing with three RBI. Josh Polubinski (Western Michigan University) went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and scored twice. Zach Carlson (Northwestern University) added a 2-for-4 performance with a double, driving in one run, scoring twice, and stealing one base. For Kalamazoo, Nate Webb (Belmont University) went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run, scoring twice and stealing one base. Alex Adams (Air Force) finished 2-for-5 with a double, one RBI, one run scored, and two stolen bases. Max Hammond (Central Michigan University) earned the win, throwing one scoreless inning with two strikeouts while allowing one hit.
Kenosha 3, Royal Oak 1
The Leprechauns held off a late push from the Kingfish to secure a 3–1 victory, using timely pitching and defense to lock down the win. Remo Indomenico (Oklahoma State University) went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base, while Michael Zielinski (Wright State University) finished 2-for-4 at the plate. On the mound, Jackson Sobel (University of Missouri) set the tone with a dominant start, throwing six innings with six strikeouts while allowing just three hits. Brady Chambers (Michigan State University) earned the win with two scoreless innings, striking out three and allowing one hit, and Brian Gould (Creighton University) recorded the save with a perfect ninth inning, striking out two of the three batters he faced.
Madison 4, Richmond 2
The Mallards used a late offensive surge to defeat the Flying Mummies 4–2, scoring all four of their runs over the final three innings to erase an early deficit. Richmond carried a 2–0 lead into the seventh inning, but Madison broke through with a run in the seventh before adding three more in the eighth to complete the comeback victory. Aaron Holland (UW-Whitewater) went 1-for-4 with two RBI to lead the Mallards offensively. Jack Gold (Pomona-Pitzer) was golden at the plate, going 2-for-2 while scoring twice and stealing a base. On the mound, Ethan Bauerschmidt (Penn State University) earned the win with a scoreless inning of relief, striking out two while allowing one hit. Eli Hoyt (University of Louisville) picked up the save with a perfect ninth inning, striking out one of the three batters he faced.
Wisconsin Rapids 9, La Crosse 7
The Rafters rallied late to defeat the Loggers 9–7, using a four-run eighth inning to erase a deficit and complete the comeback victory. Wisconsin Rapids collected 13 hits in the win, overcoming an early surge from La Crosse and taking control with its biggest inning of the night in the eighth. Jax LeGrand (University of Oklahoma) went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run, scoring twice and stealing a base. Dylan Frank (Scottsdale CC) finished 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base, while Zachary Gingrich (Texas State University) went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles, one RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. For La Crosse, Eli Small (Florida Atlantic University) drove in three runs, finishing 1-for-5 at the plate. Kelsen Johnson (Georgia SW State University) went 2-for-4 with a triple, scored three times, and stole a base. Blaine Davis (Northern Oklahoma Enid CC) earned the win for the Rafters, striking out three while allowing two hits over two innings of relief.
Battle Creek 9, Rockford 5
The Battle Jacks controlled the game from the outset and never looked back, defeating the Rivets 9–5 behind a balanced offensive effort and strong pitching. Battle Creek built an early lead and continued to add insurance throughout the game, holding off a late push from Rockford to secure the victory. Brendan Thompson (Cal State Bakersfield) went 1-for-4 with a double, driving in one run, scoring twice, and stealing two bases. Jake Stedman (Moberly Area CC) finished 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. On the mound, Keagan Kohlhoff (University of Missouri) earned the win with four scoreless, hitless innings, striking out two while issuing seven walks. Jack Joyce (Coppin State University) recorded the save with a scoreless, hitless inning of relief, striking out one and allowing three walks.
Bismarck 4, Mankato 3
The Larks used a strong third inning and timely pitching to edge the MoonDogs 4–3 in a tightly contested matchup. Bismarck scored three runs in the third to take control and held off Mankato’s late efforts, securing the one-run victory. Dylan Larkins (Georgetown University) went 1-for-5 with a triple, driving in two runs and scoring once. Noah Caceres (Illinois-Springfield) finished 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base. On the mound, A.J. Minyard (San Mateo CC) earned the win, striking out five over five innings while allowing two hits, three walks, and one earned run. Gavin Parkerson (University of Illinois) recorded the save with 2.1 scoreless innings of relief, striking out four while allowing one hit and one walk.
Eau Claire 4, Thunder Bay 1
The Express used an early offensive burst and strong pitching to defeat the Border Cats 4–1. Eau Claire scored in three of the first five innings and never trailed, while its pitching staff limited Thunder Bay to just four hits in the victory. Matthew Maulik (University of St. Thomas (MN)) went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, finishing with two RBI. CJ Varsho (Winona State University) added three hits, going 3-for-5 with one run scored. On the mound, Hunter Guenther (Winona State University) turned in a dominant performance, striking out 11 over eight innings while allowing four hits, two walks, and one run to earn the win. Jaden Kogutkiewicz (Rock Valley CC) recorded the save with a perfect ninth inning, striking out two of the three batters he faced.
Rochester 13, Duluth 12
The Honkers outlasted the Huskies in a high-scoring battle, securing a 13–12 victory in a game packed with momentum swings and offensive fireworks. Rochester jumped out to an early lead with six runs in the third inning and added insurance throughout the middle frames, holding off a late push from Duluth. Seth Thompson (Creighton University) was perfect at the plate, going 2-for-2 with a double, four RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. Matt Maize (University of Arizona) finished 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and two runs scored. Sam Harry (Sacramento State University) added a 1-for-5 outing with a three-run homer, while Cameron Sewell (Sacramento State University) went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and scored three times. For Duluth, Jalen Smith (Barry University) went 2-for-4 with a home run and double, driving in five runs. George McIntyre (Dallas Baptist) added a 2-for-3 performance with a double, three RBI, and two runs scored. On the mound, Franco Moran (Skyline (CA) CC) earned the win with 1.1 near-perfect innings, striking out three of the five batters he faced. Andres Castro (University of Nevada Reno) recorded the save, working two innings with two strikeouts while allowing two walks, two hits, and one run.
Waterloo 13, Minnesota 4
The Bucks broke the game open with a massive third inning and rolled to a 13–4 win over the Mud Puppies, using a nine-run frame to take full control and never look back. Waterloo finished with 11 hits and added insurance late to seal the comfortable victory. Mitchell Iliff (University of Sioux Falls) went 3-for-4 with a run scored, two RBI, and two stolen bases. Collin Brightwell (Vanderbilt University) finished 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and two runs scored. Colin Coonraadt (Johnson County CC) went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBI, and four runs scored. Zach Davis (University of Louisville) added a 2-for-4 performance with a triple, two RBI, and one run scored. For Minnesota, Ryan Cahoon (Minnesota State University) was perfect at the plate, going 3-for-3 with one run scored. On the mound, Gannon Wentz (Northern Kentucky University) earned the win, throwing 2.1 scoreless, hitless innings with one strikeout while allowing one walk.
Willmar 7, St. Cloud 6
The Stingers held off a late surge to edge the Rox 7–6, building an early lead and doing just enough down the stretch to secure the win. Willmar scored in each of the first three innings and added a big fifth inning to take control before weathering a six-run rally from the Rox in the seventh. Max Buettenback (University of Nebraska) went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, three runs scored, and a stolen base. David Estrada (University of Hawaii) finished 3-for-4 with one RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. Cru Huenfeld (University of Nebraska) added a 1-for-3 performance with a solo home run and two RBI. For St. Cloud, Tanner Recchio (University of Minnesota) went 2-for-5 with two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. On the mound, Eli Kokenge (University of Minnesota) earned the win, allowing five runs on five hits and three walks over two innings with one strikeout. Chaz McRoberts (University of San Diego) picked up the save with two scoreless, hitless innings, striking out one while allowing one walk.
Badlands 9, Minot 8
The Big Sticks staged a dramatic late comeback to defeat the Hot Tots 9–8, walking it off in the ninth after erasing a three-run deficit in the final frame. Badlands delivered a three-run ninth inning to complete the rally and secure the win in front of its home crowd. Jalen Evans (Wingate University) delivered the game-winning run, going 1-for-5 on the day. Chayton Fischer (UT Rio Grande Valley) tied the game in the ninth with a two-run home run, finishing 2-for-4 with a bases-clearing double, two runs scored, and a stolen base. Chris Fox (University of New Orleans) added a 2-for-4 performance with a two-run home run. For Minot, Micah McCoy (Illinois Central CC) went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run. TJ Stottlemyre (San Jacinto North CC) finished 2-for-4 with a double, scoring four times.
Sunday’s Schedule
Traverse City @ Kalamazoo (1:05 PM ET)
Wausau @ Lakeshore (1:05 PM CT)
Fond du Lac @ Green Bay (1:05 PM CT)
Thunder Bay @ Eau Claire (2:05 PM CT)
Kenosha @ Royal Oak (4:05 PM ET)
Minnesota @ Waterloo (3:35 PM CT)
Richmond @ Madison (4:05 PM CT)
Willmar @ St. Cloud (4:05 PM CT)
Rockford @ Battle Creek (5:05 PM ET)
Wisconsin Rapids @ La Crosse (5:05 PM CT)
Duluth @ Rochester (5:05 PM CT)
Bismarck @ Mankato (5:05 PM CT)
Minot @ Badlands (4:35 PM MT)