The Green Bay Rockers capped off a strong day with a dramatic doubleheader sweep, finishing it off with a wild walk-off comeback win over Lakeshore. Around the league, multiple teams secured series sweeps, and late-inning wins highlighted by explosive offensive performances and clutch pitching across a full slate of games.
Green Bay 3, Lakeshore 1
The Rockers stayed in control behind strong pitching and timely extra-base hits, defeating the Chinooks 3–1. David Ballenilla (Tennessee Wesleyan University) opened the scoring impact with a solo home run, while Aidan Kuni (University of New Mexico) added a 2-for-3 night with a triple and a run scored, and Eli Selga (Golden West CC) drove in two runs to pace the offense. On the mound, Max Wagar (Lipscomb University) earned the win with four innings of one-hit ball, and Titan Targac (Texas State University) locked down the save with two perfect innings and four strikeouts.
Kenosha 8, Royal Oak 6
The Kingfish built an early cushion and held off a late push from the Leprechauns, securing an 8–6 win despite a rocky finish. Cole Ide (Santa Barbara City CC) powered the offense with a 1-for-2 night, launching a three-run home run and scoring twice, while CJ Deckinga (Michigan State University) went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. J.R. Nelson (University of Illinois) added key production in limited chances, going 1-for-1 with an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base. For the Leprechauns, Mason Barth (University of Notre Dame) kept them in striking distance with a two-run home run. On the mound, Matthew Woodward (Valparaiso University) earned the win, tossing 2.1 scoreless innings with a strikeout while allowing just two hits.
Traverse City 6, Madison 4
The Pit Spitters used a late surge to pull away from the Mallards, securing a 6–4 win after breaking things open with a three-run sixth inning and adding insurance in the seventh. Jackson Militello (Charleston Southern University powered the offense with a 1-for-3 night, including a solo home run and two RBIs, while Aaron Grant (University of Arkansas Pine Bluff) added a two-run homer. Sam Kaczmarek (William and Mary) stayed perfect at the plate, going 3-for-3 with an RBI to keep the lineup rolling. For Madison, Brock Lulewicz (McLennan CC) led the response, finishing 2-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI. On the mound, Kyle Timko (Maryville College (TN)) earned the win with 5.2 strong innings, and David Heefner (Dallas Baptist University) sealed it with a strikeout for the save.
Thunder Bay 10, St. Cloud 5 (Sweep)
The Border Cats completed a series sweep with a dominant all-around performance, taking down the Rox 10–5 in a nine-inning matchup. Stevie Waters (University of British Columbia) went 4-for-5 with a double, two RBI, and one run scored. Colin Fisher (University of Houston) finished 2-for-5 with two RBI and two runs scored. Hayden Crites ( McLennan CC, TX) was 1-for-3 with a double and scored three runs. For the Rox, Nolan Geislinger (University of Oregon) went 3-for-4 with one RBI, and Jackson Akin (University of Minnesota) went 1-for-3 with a solo home run. On the mound, Tyler Bribiescas (University of Arkansas-Monticello) earned the win, throwing five innings with six strikeouts while allowing six hits, three earned runs, and two walks. Ryan James (University of Evansville) recorded the save, tossing four scoreless, hitless innings with four strikeouts and one walk.
Richmond 12, Rockford 3 (Sweep)
The Flying Mummies completed a series sweep in dominant fashion, rolling past the Rivets 12–3 in a nine-inning matchup. Cal Schembra (Valparaiso University) delivered a big all-around night, going 1-for-2 with a triple, three RBI, two runs scored, and one stolen base. Jimmy Chadwell (Columbia University) added steady production, finishing 1-for-3 with three RBI. Landen Fry (Indiana University) sparked the offense by going 3-for-4 with three runs scored, one RBI, and one stolen base. Eric Harper (Lipscomb University) chipped in a three-run home run, while Caden Fahy (University of Pennsylvania) went 3-for-4 with a double and one RBI. On the mound, Elias Murdock (Tallahassee State CC) earned the win, tossing three innings with six strikeouts while allowing two hits and two walks.
Fond du Lac 13, Kalamazoo 4
The Dock Spiders erupted late to secure a 13–4 win over the Growlers in a nine-inning matchup. Carson Willis (University of Arkansas) led the offense going 2-for-4 with a double, three RBI, and two runs scored, while Thomas Googins (Princeton University) delivered in limited opportunities, finishing 1-for-1 with two RBI and two runs scored. For Kalamazoo, Hutson Chance (University of Tennessee) went 1-for-3 with a double and scored twice. On the mound, Sebastian Khan (Wheeling Jesuit University) earned the win with five innings of work, allowing seven hits, four runs, and two walks while striking out three.
Madison 9, Traverse City 1
The Mallards jumped out early and never looked back, rolling to a 9–1 win over the Pit Spitters in a seven-inning matchup. John Hadley VI (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) powered the offense going 1-for-3 with four RBI, while Jonah Weathers (University of Louisville) added a strong all-around performance, finishing 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and one run scored. Preston Yaucher (Penn State University) chipped in by going 1-for-2 with one RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. For Traverse City, JT Smith (Wofford College) was perfect at the plate, finishing 2-for-2 with one RBI. On the mound, Paul Green (University of Missouri) earned the win with a scoreless, hitless inning while allowing one walk.
Wisconsin Rapids 7, Battle Creek 2 (Sweep)
The Rafters completed a series sweep with a dominant all-around performance, defeating the Battle Jacks 7–2 in a nine-inning matchup. Dylan Frank (Scottsdale CC) powered the offense with a 1-for-3 night, launching a grand slam and scoring twice. Harrison Engskov (Arkansas State University) added big-time production as well, going 2-for-3 with a two-run home run and a double. Carter Bennett (Claremont-Mudd-Scripps) contributed a steady 2-for-4 performance with one RBI and one run scored. For Battle Creek, Payton Bookwalter (Gardner-Webb University) provided the lone spark with a two-run home run. On the mound, Spencer Lanz (Embry-Riddle (AZ)) earned the win with a dominant outing, tossing six scoreless innings while striking out nine and allowing just two hits and two walks.
Rochester 7, Bismarck 4 (Sweep)
The Honkers completed a series sweep with a strong start and steady scoring throughout, holding off the Larks 7–4 in a nine-inning matchup. Cameron Sewell (Sacramento State University) went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, two runs scored, and one stolen base, while Sam Harry (Sacramento State University) added power of his own, finishing 2-for-4 with a solo home run. Andrew Grenert (University of Nevada, Reno) contributed a 2-for-3 performance with one RBI. For Bismarck, Jaden Correa (Morehead State University) provided a spark with a solo home run. On the mound, Ian Regal (Butler University) earned the win, tossing seven innings with four strikeouts while allowing six hits, three walks, and two runs. Grant Origer (Grayson CC) sealed the sweep with a perfect ninth inning, striking out all three batters faced for the save.
Waterloo 11, Willmar 10
The Bucks outlasted the Stingers in a dramatic extra-inning battle, earning an 11–10 walk-off win in 10 innings. Nico Newhan (University of Nebraska) delivered the game-winning RBI while going 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles, finishing with one RBI, two runs scored, and one stolen base. Mitchell Iliff (University of Sioux Falls) powered the offense with a 3-for-4 performance, including a solo home run, three RBI, and a stolen base. Colin Coonraadt (Johnson County CC) added a 1-for-4 night with a three-run home run and two runs scored, while Mycah Jordan (Virginia Tech) chipped in going 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. For Willmar, Max Buettenback (University of Nebraska) put on a historic display, going 3-for-4 with three home runs and four RBI, while Tyler Stull (Point Loma Nazarene University) finished 3-for-4 with a triple, double, two RBI, and one run scored. On the mound, Sam Skarich (University of Louisiana-Monroe) earned the win, tossing two innings with three strikeouts while allowing two walks and one run.
Duluth 6, Minot 3
The Huskies jumped out early and never looked back, defeating the Hot Tots 6–3 in a nine-inning matchup. Bjorn Lind (Augustana University (MN)) went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, one run scored, and one stolen base, while Anthony Cepeda (Wichita State University) scored twice, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases. Benji Kautto (University of Evansville) added a 2-for-3 night with one RBI to help pace the offense. For Minot, Andrew Clapinski (LSU-Eunice CC) powered the offense with a 2-for-4 performance, including a double and three RBI. On the mound, Nick Terhaar (University of Iowa) earned the win with five scoreless innings, allowing just one hit while striking out six. Pierce Anderson (Grand View University) recorded the save, striking out two over 0.2 innings despite issuing two walks.
La Crosse 6, Mankato 1 (Sweep)
The Loggers completed a series sweep with a late surge, defeating the MoonDogs 6–1 in a nine-inning matchup. Chris Calico (UW-La Crosse) delivered a monster performance, going 2-for-3 with a three-run home run and a two-run triple, finishing with five RBI and two runs scored. For Mankato, Drew McConnell (University of Evansville went 1-for-2 with a double and stole four bases. On the mound, Sahil Patel (Ohio State University) set the tone with five scoreless, hitless innings while striking out five and allowing six walks, and Mason Beltrand (Winona State University) earned the win with two scoreless innings, striking out four while allowing two hits and one walk.
Kenosha 4, Royal Oak 2 (Sweep)
The Kingfish completed a doubleheader sweep, taking down the Leprechauns 4–2 in a seven-inning matchup to cap off a strong day. J.R. Nelson (University of Illinois) powered the offense with a 1-for-3 performance, launching a three-run home run. For Royal Oak, Aidan Schuck (Oakland University) went 2-for-3 with an RBI to lead the offense. On the mound, Jake Storey (University of Northern Colorado) earned the win with five innings of work, allowing four hits, two runs, and one walk while striking out six. Luke Weber (University of Illinois) sealed the sweep with a dominant save, tossing two scoreless innings, striking out five of eight batters faced, and allowing just one hit.
Green Bay 7, Lakeshore 6 (Sweep)
The Rockers completed a doubleheader sweep dramatically, walking off the Chinooks 7–6 in a seven-inning thriller. Coleman Lewis (Georgia Tech) delivered the hero moment, going 1-for-3 with a two-run walk-off home run and scoring twice. Max Humphrey (Kent State University) powered the comeback with a 2-for-4 performance, including a grand slam. RJ Furcal Jr. (Sam Houston State University) added steady production, finishing 2-for-3 with one RBI and two runs scored. For Lakeshore, Bryan Lorenz (South Mountain CC) had a huge day at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI. On the mound, Zacary Tenn (University of Hawaii) earned the win with a perfect inning, striking out all three batters faced to close out the victory.
Saturday’s Schedule
Fond du Lac @ Green Bay (3:05 PM CT)
Wausau @ Lakeshore (5:05 PM CT)
Traverse City @ Kalamazoo (6:35 PM ET)
Kenosha @ Royal Oak (6:35 PM ET)
Richmond @ Madison (6:05 PM CT)
La Crosse @ Wisconsin Rapids (6:05 PM CT)
Rockford @ Battle Creek (7:05 PM ET)
Bismarck @ Mankato (6:35 PM CT)
Thunder Bay @ Eau Claire (6:35 PM CT)
Duluth @ Rochester (6:35 PM CT)
Minnesota @ Waterloo (6:35 PM CT)
Willmar @ St. Cloud (7:05 PM CT)
Minot @ Badlands (6:35 PM MT)