The Kimberly Papermakers have become a benchmark of consistency in the Fox Valley Association, having captured six consecutive baseball titles and sharing or winning nine of the last ten championships. Their streak reflects not only athletic skill but also a culture that prizes humility and collective effort.
Junior Maddux Hermus, who never imagined the team would rise to such heights, says the community’s expectations are a constant presence, while senior Ryan Halfmann notes that every opponent brings its best against Kimberly. Both players stress that the team’s success is a shared responsibility.
Looking Ahead to the Postseason
Coach Ryan McGinnis often repeats his mantra that players win games and coaches lose games, a philosophy that has guided the squad through both triumphs and setbacks. The Papermakers enter the final regular‑season game with a 17‑2 record, poised to clinch a seventh straight FVA title with a victory over second‑place Kaukauna.
Postseason experience has been sparse for Kimberly; the last time the team reached the state tournament was in 2018. Since then, the squad has struggled to translate regular‑season momentum into deeper playoff runs, a challenge that the coaching staff is eager to address as they set their sights on future tournaments.