The Ripon baseball team secured their fourth consecutive victory by defeating the league-leading Lawrence team with a score of 4-3. This win puts Ripon within striking distance of the final spot in the upcoming Midwest Conference Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Ripon's record is 13-20 overall and 9-11 in conference play.
  • Lawrence's record stands at 27-9 overall and 17-3 in the Midwest Conference.
Yes, But

Despite Lawrence's strong offensive performance this season, Ripon managed to hold them to three runs or less for only the fifth time in 36 games.

State of Play
  • Ripon is now just one and a half games behind Cornell for the final spot in the Midwest Conference Tournament.
  • With only a few games left in the season for both Ripon and Lawrence, the race for tournament qualification is intensifying.
What's Next

Ripon will travel to Illinois for a crucial three-game series against Knox starting on May 4, aiming to continue their winning streak and secure a spot in the tournament.

Bottom Line

Ripon's victory against Lawrence marks a significant achievement, bringing them closer to tournament qualification and showcasing their resilience in challenging the conference leaders.