The Norwalk baseball team wrapped up the 2026 campaign with a 13‑19 overall record, finishing 8‑9 in the Little Hawkeye Conference and landing fourth in the league standings.
The Warriors fell in the Class 4A substate first round to Waukee Northwest, a result that left coach Chad Wiedmann reflecting on a handful of games that could have swung the other way.
Wiedmann spoke about the tight margins that defined the season, noting that a few extra hits might have changed the narrative, and he praised the emotional intensity his players showed throughout the year.
Beyond the scoreboard, the coach highlighted the character and camaraderie of the squad, especially the eight seniors whose leadership shaped the team's identity.
The program’s philosophy, according to Wiedmann, centers on building quality people first, using baseball as a vehicle for personal growth.
Looking Ahead to 2027
With the seniors departing, the returning nucleus brings experience and a hunger to improve, and the coaching staff is already mapping out a plan to turn close losses into victories.