The Illinois High School Association will hold its 2026 baseball state finals on June 12 and 13, bringing together the top teams from the 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A divisions for a two‑day championship schedule.
Venues and Class Allocation
The tournament will be split between two venues in the state: Illinois Field in Champaign will host the 1A and 2A finals, while Slammers Stadium in Joliet will accommodate the 3A and 4A contests.
Game Times
Friday’s slate features two semifinal slots per division, beginning at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the 1A and 3A brackets, and at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the 2A and 4A brackets. On Saturday, the championship and third‑place games follow the same morning and afternoon windows, with 1A and 3A titles decided at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., and 2A and 4A titles at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
The finals promise a full slate of competition, with each class crowning a champion after a day of semifinals and a final round of consolation matches, offering fans a packed schedule that showcases the best high school baseball talent in Illinois.