The NCAA Division III Baseball Championship will showcase two Wisconsin programs this spring, as the University of Wisconsin‑La Crosse and the University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater both earned places in the 64‑team field. La Crosse’s selection came via an at‑large invitation, one of only 23 such slots, while Whitewater captured an automatic berth after winning the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Tournament.
The first round of play will unfold across 16 regional sites from May 15 to May 17, with each region operating under a double‑elimination format. La Crosse will head to Decatur, Illinois, to face host Millikin University, whereas Whitewater will open its regional against Macalester College on the same dates.
Regional Matchups Set for May
The tournament structure emphasizes both travel and home‑field advantage, as host institutions such as Millikin and Macalester will look to leverage familiar conditions while challengers from La Crosse and Whitewater bring their own strengths to the mix.
With the championship field narrowing each week, the upcoming weeks promise intense competition, as each regional winner will earn a coveted spot in the Ohio championship, where the ultimate title will be decided.