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The WBCA announced its 2026 all-state selections, naming divisional players of the year, first, second and third teams, and celebrating academic excellence among high school baseball players.
Kaukauna, Pewaukee, Cedar Grove‑Belgium and Columbus Catholic each captured division titles with dramatic offensive bursts and key pitching performances.
Four Wisconsin high school baseball teams secured state championships this weekend, delivering dramatic victories and marking milestones for their programs.
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.
The Kaukauna Ghosts defeated Madison Memorial 11‑5 to win their second state title, ending a championship drought that dated back to 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.