
Lincoln Dalton Named 2026 Prep Baseball Iowa Pitcher of the Week
Pleasant Valley High School’s right‑hander Lincoln Dalton earned the weekly honor after a commanding performance on the mound.
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Pleasant Valley High School’s right‑hander Lincoln Dalton earned the weekly honor after a commanding performance on the mound.
The 2026 Iowa high school state baseball tournament will unfold over five days, from July 20 through July 24, at venues in Cedar Rapids and Carroll. The event gathers the state’s most promising talent, drawing families, scouts and enthusiastic fans to witness a showcase of skill and competition.

The 2026 Iowa high school baseball championship opens Monday, featuring 32 teams and a roster of standout players whose statistics highlight the tournament’s depth.

On July 21, 2026, the Johnston Dragons lost 6-4 to the Pleasant Valley Spartans in a Class 4A Iowa state baseball tournament quarterfinal in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Key moments included Kaleb Kosman's final out and Sam Kinney accepting the state participant trophy, while Pleasant Valley's Lincoln Dalton celebrated advancing to the next round.
A thrilling 6-4 win over Johnston capped a turnaround season for Pleasant Valley, highlighting standout performances and a bright outlook for the program.

George Blake threw a complete-game no-hitter for Indianola, leading the team to an 8-1 victory over Southeast Polk and advancing to the Class 4A semifinals.

Sioux City East tops the latest Iowa high school baseball rankings with a 26‑1 record, driven by standout players and a potent offense.