Iowa High School Baseball All‑State Selections Spotlight Local Stars
A total of 30 Iowa athletes earned IBCA Super Team and first‑team honors, with Indianola and Pleasantville leading the way in Class 4A and 2A recognitions.
Aug 8, 2026
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Des Moines Register Unveils 2026 All-Iowa Baseball Teams
The Register's 2026 All-Iowa baseball selections recognize an Elite team and four class-based squads, highlighting standout performances and the platform GoBound that verified the stats.
Aug 3, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball Clinches Third Straight State Tournament Berth
The Pleasantville baseball team secured its third consecutive state tournament appearance with a 15‑0 victory over Albia, highlighted by strong pitching from Brayden Kennedy and a 13‑run third inning that featured multiple RBIs from key players.
Jul 27, 2026
Pleasantville Clinches Back‑to‑Back Class 2A Baseball Crown
Pleasantville’s baseball squad captured its second straight Class 2A state title, finishing 35‑1 and showcasing a complete‑game performance by ace Brayden Kennedy.
Jul 25, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Finals Crown Class Champions
The 2026 Iowa High School Athletic Association baseball tournament concluded with four class championships, delivering dramatic upsets, record‑setting performances, and a showcase of emerging talent across the state.
Jul 25, 2026
Pleasantville’s Kennedy Leads Trojans to Undefeated Championship
Brayden Kennedy's masterful outing and key RBIs powered Pleasantville to an 8‑1 victory over Durant, completing a 34‑1 season and cementing their status as back‑to‑back state champions.
Jul 24, 2026
Pleasantville Captures Class 2A Baseball Crown with 8-1 Victory Over Durant
Pleasantville High School clinched the Iowa Class 2A baseball state title on Thursday, defeating Durant 8-1 in a game highlighted by Brayden Kennedy’s complete-game effort and a flurry of clutch hits.
Jul 24, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Tournament Showcases Elite Teams and Rising Stars
The Iowa High School Athletic Association State Baseball Tournament is in full swing, featuring elite teams from across the state and a host of standout players poised for college commitments.
Jul 24, 2026
Local Stars Earn All‑District Baseball Honors in 2026
Several KNIA/KRLS area athletes earned All‑District baseball honors in 2026, recognized by the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association.
Jul 24, 2026
Pleasantville Advances to Class 2A State Championship After Semifinal Victory
The Pleasantville baseball team overcame a 2-0 hole to defeat Cascade 8-5 in the Class 2A semifinals, setting up a championship clash with Durant.
Jul 24, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball Team Preps for State Quarterfinal Showdown with Ridge View
The top‑seeded Pleasantville baseball squad, riding a 32‑1 record and a recent 15‑0 substate victory, will meet the eighth‑seeded Ridge View Raptors in the Class 2A State Baseball Tournament quarterfinals. The game, scheduled for Merchants Park in Carroll, will be streamed live on 95.3 KNIA.
Jul 24, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Tournament Crowns Champions Across Four Classes
The Iowa High School Athletic Association will conclude its state baseball tournament on Friday with championship games in four divisions, showcasing top performances from teams such as Pleasant Valley and Indianola.
Jul 24, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Tournament Resumes with Extra‑Inning Drama
Tuesday's action featured ten‑inning battles, dominant offensive outings and solid pitching that kept the state tournament alive.
Jul 23, 2026
Pleasantville Trojans Crush Ridge View 10-0 in State Quarterfinal
Brayden Kennedy delivered a stellar four‑inning outing, while the Pleasantville offense exploded in the second through fourth frames, securing a 10‑0 victory that sets up a Thursday clash with Cascade.
Jul 23, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball rallies to advance, softball season ends
The baseball team erased a 4‑1 deficit with a five‑run sixth inning, while the softball squad fell 2‑0 after a rain‑delayed finish.
Jul 12, 2026
Pleasantville Trojans Open Substate Play with Convincing Victory
The Pleasantville baseball squad secured its first Class 2A Substate 5 victory, defeating Centerville 11‑1 as Brayden Kennedy delivered a stellar five‑inning outing.
Jul 8, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Midseason Player of the Year Vote Heats Up
A competitive vote for the Class 2A midseason player of the year highlights five nominees with impressive stats, ahead of the state tournament opening on July 20 and voting closing on July 6.
Jun 29, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball Team Dominates Prange Classic with Two Wins
The Pleasantville baseball squad extended its winning streak at the Prange Classic in Johnston, defeating Bondurant‑Farrar and Pleasant Valley with standout pitching and hitting.
Jun 27, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball Dominates, Softball Splits in Doubleheaders
The Pleasantville baseball team swept Woodward‑Granger while the softball squad split its doubleheader, with standout outings from Brody Adreon, JJ Phillips and eighth‑grader Emma Rist.
Jun 26, 2026
Pleasantville Softball and Baseball Secure Convincing Wins Ahead of Pella Christian Showdown
The Pleasantville softball squad edged Earlham 6-3, while the baseball team rolled past the Cardinals 16-0, setting the stage for tonight’s clash with Pella Christian.
Jun 23, 2026
Sioux City East Leads Iowa High School Baseball Rankings
Sioux City East tops the latest Iowa high school baseball rankings with a 26‑1 record, driven by standout players and a potent offense.
Jun 22, 2026
Trojans Turn Up the Heat: Pleasantville Sweeps ACGC in Doubleheaders
The Pleasantville softball and baseball squads each completed a 2‑0 sweep of the ACGC Chargers, posting shutouts and high‑scoring victories that set the stage for upcoming weekend matchups.
Jun 19, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball and Softball Teams Split Results Ahead of Van Meter Showdown
The Pleasantville baseball squad cruised to a 5-1 victory over Des Moines Christian, while the softball team fell 2-1 despite an early lead.
Jun 16, 2026
Sioux City East Leads Iowa High School Baseball Race
A look at the top-ranked teams, key players, and recent shifts in Iowa’s high school baseball landscape.
Jun 15, 2026