
Five Purple Aces Earn Scholar-Athlete Honors
Five University of Evansville baseball players were recognized on the Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete Team for their academic excellence and athletic contributions.
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Five University of Evansville baseball players were recognized on the Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete Team for their academic excellence and athletic contributions.

The Missouri Valley Conference has named five Valparaiso University baseball standouts to its Scholar-Athlete Team, highlighting a blend of top‑tier academics and competitive performance.

Valparaiso University announced a multi‑year contract extension for head coach Roger Powell Jr., whose recent on‑court achievements have reshaped the program’s trajectory.

The Sycamores enter the tournament as the second overall seed, boasting a dominant regular season and key players leading the conference in several categories.

Louie Kegerreis earns Missouri Valley Conference Newcomer of the Week after a six‑hit game that propels Valparaiso to a 9‑4 victory.

Ole Miss enters the series with a 10‑of‑12 winning streak, highlighted by weekly award winners Tristan Bissetta and Cade Townsend, while Murray State brings a potent offense led by Luke Mistone. The game will be broadcast on SEC Network+ and the Ole Miss Radio Network.

Belmont travels to Indiana State’s home field for a crucial weekend series, featuring key hitters and pitchers on both sides.

The Salukis wrap up their regular season with a Senior Weekend showdown against Valparaiso, celebrating a cohort of 13 seniors while riding a strong offensive and pitching performance.

The Beacons conclude their 2026 campaign with a three‑game set against Southern Illinois, highlighting senior achievements, key player milestones, and a look toward next season.

Belmont travels to face a top‑ranked Tennessee team, relying on key players like Charlie Davis and Landon Godsey to break a historic losing streak.

The Missouri Valley Conference revealed its weekly award winners, highlighted by UIC’s Ashton Kampa, Southern Illinois’ Troy Shepard and Evansville’s Spike Magill, while confirming the final spots for the 2026 MVC Baseball Championship.