The Kansas baseball program will stage an exhibition game against Iowa on October 10 at the famed Field of Dreams location in Dyersville, Iowa, using the setting that has drawn fans and filmmakers for decades.
A Ballpark Steeped in History
The venue, which has previously hosted Major League Baseball spring‑training sessions and minor‑league contests, is slated to become the home field of the Dyersville Dreamers next summer, adding another layer of baseball tradition to the site.
The exhibition arrives on the heels of a breakthrough year for the Jayhawks, who secured their first regular‑season conference championship since 1949, captured their inaugural Big 12 tournament title since 2006, and celebrated a first‑ever NCAA regional victory in Lawrence.
Returning Stars and New Frontiers
A core group of standout players will return for the upcoming season, including second baseman Cade Baldridge and pitchers Mason Cook, Boede Rahe, Riane Ritter and Manning West, providing continuity and experience as the team charts its path forward.
Kansas will also test its mettle in the Frisco College Baseball Classic in Texas, where it will face Southern Miss, UC Irvine and defending national champion Oklahoma, offering a demanding early‑season slate that could prove pivotal for 2027 preparations.
With a blend of proven talent and fresh competition, the Jayhawks are shaping their schedule and strategy to translate early‑season experiments into sustained success as they look ahead to the next campaign.