
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.
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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.

The Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association has unveiled its 40th Annual All-Academic Teams, celebrating senior players who excel on the field, in the classroom, and as community leaders. The roster includes local standouts and a summer All-Star Series scheduled for Cedar Rapids.

A dramatic final inning caps a 35-4 season for the Indianola baseball team, delivering the program's inaugural state title.

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.

Several KNIA/KRLS area athletes earned All‑District baseball honors in 2026, recognized by the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association.

The Indianola baseball team clinched its first-ever state championship game appearance with a dominant win, highlighted by Bryant Ritchie's complete‑game performance and a multi‑run offensive outburst.

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.

The Indianola high school baseball team secured an 8-1 victory against Valley, earning their inaugural spot in the state championship game.
Indianola’s 8-1 win over Valley, highlighted by Bryant Ritchie’s seven strikeouts and a three-run opening inning, marks the program’s first state title game appearance, setting the stage for a historic championship pursuit.

The Indianola baseball squad secured its first state tournament win since 1969, defeating Southeast Polk 8‑1. Junior George Blake delivered a dominant pitching performance and contributed at the plate, propelling the team to a 33‑4 season record and a semifinal matchup tonight at 7 p.m. in Cedar Rapids.

The Indianola baseball team posted a 25‑0 victory over Des Moines North, advancing to the Class 4A substate final with a dominant offensive display and a shutout pitching performance.

Indianola closed the regular season with a 14-0 win over Knoxville, highlighted by Jackson Foust’s six strikeouts and a combined 5-hit performance from Daxton Heimbaugh and Bryant Ritchie. The victory sets up substate matchups for both teams.

The Indianola baseball squad rolled past Des Moines Lincoln 11‑0 on Thursday night, highlighted by George Blake’s five scoreless innings and a walk‑off three‑run homer.