2026 State Baseball Tournament Crowns Four Champions
Kaukauna, Pewaukee, Cedar Grove‑Belgium and Columbus Catholic each captured division titles with dramatic offensive bursts and key pitching performances.
Jun 21, 2026
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Wisconsin High School Baseball Teams Capture Historic State Championships
Four Wisconsin high school baseball teams secured state championships this weekend, delivering dramatic victories and marking milestones for their programs.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Ghosts Capture First State Baseball Title Since 1953
After falling behind early, the Kaukauna Ghosts rallied with a five‑run third inning and never looked back, clinching their first state baseball championship in over six decades.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Ghosts Capture Second State Baseball Championship
The Kaukauna Ghosts defeated Madison Memorial 11‑5 to win their second state title, ending a championship drought that dated back to 1953.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Baseball captures first state championship since 1953
In a dramatic WIAA Division 1 final, the Kaukauna baseball team rallied from an early deficit, powered by a 2%‑chance pitcher’s comeback and clutch hits from Bron Schaefer, Brayden Jenkins and Kaden Kress.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts Win First State Baseball Title Since 1953
The Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts secured their first state baseball championship in over six decades, beating Madison Memorial 11-5 in the WIAA Division 1 final. Key performances from Bennett Geitner and Paxton Schuh, along with a decisive offensive surge from Kaden Kress, highlighted the historic win.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts Win First State Baseball Championship Since 1953
The Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts captured their first state baseball title in over six decades, rallying behind a resilient Paxton Schuh and a balanced offensive attack to beat Madison Memorial 11-5.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts Win First State Baseball Championship Since 1953
The Kaukauna High School baseball team captured its first Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 1 title in more than six decades, beating Madison Memorial 11‑5 in a rain‑delayed finale at Fox Cities Stadium.
Jun 19, 2026
WIAA Baseball Tournament Finals Set for Statewide Showdown
The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s State Baseball Tournament is now into its decisive stage, with championship matchups across Divisions 1 through 4 finalized and the excitement palpable across the state.
Jun 18, 2026
Kaukauna Ghosts Reach State Baseball Championship After Dominant Semifinal Win
Kaukauna defeated Nicolet 7‑1 to advance to the Division 1 championship, marking their first state tournament appearance in 72 years. Meanwhile, Waupun lost to Kenosha St. Joseph in the Division 2 semifinals.
Jun 18, 2026
Kaukauna Ghosts Reach Division 1 State Championship Final
The Kaukauna Ghosts baseball team advanced to the state championship with a 7-1 semifinal win, a first appearance in 72 years, led by pitcher Bron Schaefer and a rallying offense.
Jun 17, 2026
Kaukauna’s Historic Comeback Advances to State Baseball Semifinals
Kaukauna rallied in the fifth inning, fueled by an interference call and RBI hits from Brayden Jenkins, Cole Vandeloo and Bron Schaefer, to win 4-1 and move into the semifinals.
Jun 16, 2026
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts Advance to WIAA Division 1 Baseball Semifinal
The Ghosts overcame a 1-0 hole to defeat River Falls 4-1, setting up a showdown with the Milton-Nicolet winner and marking their first state tournament appearance since 1954.
Jun 15, 2026
River Falls Baseball Falls Short in State Quarterfinal
River Falls lost 4-1 to Kaukana in the Wisconsin Division I high school state quarterfinals, ending a season that featured two dominant shutout victories.
Jun 15, 2026
Kaukauna Baseball Team Makes Historic State Tournament Appearance
For the first time since 1954, the Kaukauna Ghosts will compete at the state tournament, driven by veteran coach Mike Jenkins and a pitching staff that boasts a 2.17 ERA.
Jun 13, 2026
Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts Make Historic Run to WIAA State Tournament
The Kaukauna Galloping Ghosts are set to compete in the WIAA state baseball tournament for the first time since 1954, riding a 21‑7 season and a key Tennessee road trip that forged chemistry and confidence.
Jun 12, 2026