Four Illinois Springfield baseball players received honors from the ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-Midwest Region Teams. The selection included two first-team and two second-team recognitions from a total of 34 players across the Midwest Region. Senior outfielder Corey Boyette and designated hitter Kaden Griffitts earned First Team All-Midwest Region titles, while outfielder Tommy Atkinson and relief pitcher Isaac Graf were named to the second team. This accolade highlights the significant contributions of these athletes in leading UIS to an NCAA Midwest Regional appearance this season.

By the Numbers
  • Corey Boyette: .386 batting average, 80 hits, 16 home runs
  • Kaden Griffitts: .382 batting average, 19 home runs, 79 RBIs
State of Play
  • UIS baseball program recognized four standout newcomers for their exceptional performance this season.
  • All four selections have significantly elevated the team's success, culminating in an NCAA Midwest Regional appearance.
What's Next

The ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-America Teams will be announced on May 29, potentially adding to the accolades of these impressive players.

Bottom Line

This recognition underscores the talent and impact of UIS's new players, setting a strong foundation for the program’s future success in NCAA baseball.