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IHSA regionals: Baseball postseason schedules, pairings for Peoria-area teams
TL;DR
The 2026 Illinois High School Association baseball postseason schedules and pairings for Peoria-area teams have been released. Updates on brackets and scores will be provided throughout the playoffs.
Key points
- 2026 IHSA baseball postseason schedules released
- Pairings for Peoria-area teams announced
- Brackets and scores will be updated throughout playoffs
IHSA regionals: Baseball postseason schedules, pairings for Peoria-area teams
Here are the schedules and pairings for the 2026 Illinois High School Association baseball postseason for Peoria-area programs.
We will update these brackets and scores throughout the playoffs.
CLASS 1A
Metamora’s Mason Sauder (22) and the Redbirds celebrate after teammate Cole Smith knocked a home run against Morton in the first inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters went on to defeat the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton’s Camden Taylor pitches against Metamora during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Metamora’s Dylan Lee (1) grabs a Morton popup in the third inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora.
Metamora’s Stephen Petri throws hard against Morton during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
Morton’s Cam Crawford, right, celebrates after advancing to second base on an RBI single against Metamora by teammate Owen Adams in the third inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Teammates congratulate Morton pitcher Camden Taylor after getting out of a bases-loaded situation against Metamora in the fifth inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton’s Jude Parnham chases down a Metamora popup during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Metamora’s Dylan Nee throws to first for an out against Morton during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
Morton’s Jude Parnham backhands a Metamora hit during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton head coach Ryan Lindley congratulates Landon Springer (11) as he rounds third base on a home run against Metamora in the sixth inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton’s Landon Springer celebrates his sixth-inning homer against Metamora in their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton’s Alex McKie throws against Metamora during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Metamora shortstop Cooper Weyant throws to first base on a Morton grounder during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
Metamora’s Cole Smith (4) catches a Morton popupl during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
Morton’s Jude Parnham throws to first over Metamora baserunner Dylan Nee on a double-play attempt in the seventh inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
Morton Potters head baseball coach Ryan Lindley high-fives his players after their 5-1 win over Metamora in a Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Mason Sauder (22) and the Redbirds celebrate after teammate Cole Smith knocked a home run against Morton in the first inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters went on to defeat the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Mason Sauder (22) and the Redbirds celebrate after teammate Cole Smith knocked a home run against Morton in the first inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters went on to defeat the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Camden Taylor pitches against Metamora during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Dylan Lee (1) grabs a Morton popup in the third inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Stephen Petri throws hard against Morton during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Cam Crawford, right, celebrates after advancing to second base on an RBI single against Metamora by teammate Owen Adams in the third inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Teammates congratulate Morton pitcher Camden Taylor after getting out of a bases-loaded situation against Metamora in the fifth inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Jude Parnham chases down a Metamora popup during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Dylan Nee throws to first for an out against Morton during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Jude Parnham backhands a Metamora hit during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton head coach Ryan Lindley congratulates Landon Springer (11) as he rounds third base on a home run against Metamora in the sixth inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Landon Springer celebrates his sixth-inning homer against Metamora in their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Alex McKie throws against Metamora during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora shortstop Cooper Weyant throws to first base on a Morton grounder during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Metamora’s Cole Smith (4) catches a Morton popupl during their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Redbirds fell to the Potters 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton’s Jude Parnham throws to first over Metamora baserunner Dylan Nee on a double-play attempt in the seventh inning of their Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora. The Potters defeated the Redbirds 5-1.
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Morton baseball overcomes Metamora in Mid-Illini matchup
Morton Potters head baseball coach Ryan Lindley high-fives his players after their 5-1 win over Metamora in a Mid-Illini Conference baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Metamora.
At Delavan Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Peoria Heights at (8) Delavan, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Tremont vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) Deer Creek-Mackinaw vs. (5) Fieldcrest, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Roanoke-Benson Regional
Monday, May 25 games
- 1: (10) Streator Woodland at (7) Midwest Central, 4:30 p.m.
- 2: (11) Illini Central at (6) Illini Bluffs, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 3: (2) Lexington vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 4: (3) Roanoke-Benson/Lowpoint-Washburn vs. Winner 2, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 3 & 4, 11 a.m.
At Monmouth United Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Bushnell-Prairie City at (8) Knoxville, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Monmouth United vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) ROWVA/Williamsfield vs. (5) Princeville, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Abingdon-Avon Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (10) South Fulton at (7) Biggsville West Central, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (2) Abingdon-Avon vs. Winner 1, 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (3) Havana vs. (6) West Prairie, 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Liberty Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Concord Triopia at (8) Rushville-Industry, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Jacksonville Routt vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) Liberty vs. (6) Payson-Seymour, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Kewanee Wethersfield Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) AlWood Woodhull at (8) Bureau Valley, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Putnam County vs. Winner 1, 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) Annawan/Wethersfield vs. (5) Midland, 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Fulton Regional
Monday, May 25 games
- 1: (10) Galva at (7) Henry, 4:30 p.m.
- 2: (11) Stark County at (6) Morrison, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 games
- 3: (2) Orion vs. Winner 1, 4 p.m.
- 4: (3) Fulton vs. Winner 2, 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 3 & 4, 11 a.m.
CLASS 2A
Limestone's Evan Daxenbichler (16) throws to first base around Richwoods baserunner Caleb Klausing (11) on a double-play attempt during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods shortstop Jarek Quinn (23) stretches for a tag on Limestone baserunner Nolan Ryan in the seventh inning of their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. Ryan was safe on the play and the Rockets went on to win the game 4-3.
Limestone pitcher Gavin Klecker throws against Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods outfielder Harry Gregg snags a fly ball from Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Limestone’s Joe Shields slide safely past Richwoods catcher Sam Schwartz during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods’ Jarek Quinn (23) stands at second base after doubling against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
LImestone’s Joe Shields (7) kicks up some dirt sliding into third base as Richwoods third baseman Ethan Reynolds tries to field an errant throw from home on a steal attempt during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods head coach Patrick Hogan greets Ryker Zuercher on a hit against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods shortstop Jarek Quinn (23) tries to field a throw from home on a steal by Limestone’s Gavin Klecker during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Limestone second baseman Ben Subbert fields a Richwoods grounder during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods third baseman Ethan Reynolds throws to first base on a Limestone hit during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Limestone shortstop Evan Daxenbichler makes a difficult throw to second base for an out against Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods’ Jarek Quinn (23) waits to bat in the dugout with his teammates as the Knights battle Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods pitcher Brendan Wrights throws against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Limestone’s Nolan Ryan catches a fly ball from Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Richwoods relief pitcher Brady Flowers throws against Richwoods in the seventh inning of their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
Limestone head coach Tyler Christiansen talks with batter Ben Subbert as the Rockets take on Richwoods in a high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone's Evan Daxenbichler (16) throws to first base around Richwoods baserunner Caleb Klausing (11) on a double-play attempt during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone's Evan Daxenbichler (16) throws to first base around Richwoods baserunner Caleb Klausing (11) on a double-play attempt during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods shortstop Jarek Quinn (23) stretches for a tag on Limestone baserunner Nolan Ryan in the seventh inning of their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. Ryan was safe on the play and the Rockets went on to win the game 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone pitcher Gavin Klecker throws against Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods outfielder Harry Gregg snags a fly ball from Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone’s Joe Shields slide safely past Richwoods catcher Sam Schwartz during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods’ Jarek Quinn (23) stands at second base after doubling against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
LImestone’s Joe Shields (7) kicks up some dirt sliding into third base as Richwoods third baseman Ethan Reynolds tries to field an errant throw from home on a steal attempt during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods head coach Patrick Hogan greets Ryker Zuercher on a hit against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods shortstop Jarek Quinn (23) tries to field a throw from home on a steal by Limestone’s Gavin Klecker during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone second baseman Ben Subbert fields a Richwoods grounder during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods third baseman Ethan Reynolds throws to first base on a Limestone hit during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone shortstop Evan Daxenbichler makes a difficult throw to second base for an out against Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods’ Jarek Quinn (23) waits to bat in the dugout with his teammates as the Knights battle Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods pitcher Brendan Wrights throws against Limestone during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone’s Nolan Ryan catches a fly ball from Richwoods during their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Richwoods relief pitcher Brady Flowers throws against Richwoods in the seventh inning of their high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
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Richwoods and Limestone square off in high school baseball
Limestone head coach Tyler Christiansen talks with batter Ben Subbert as the Rockets take on Richwoods in a high school baseball game Monday, March 23, 2026 at Richwoods High School. The Rockets prevailed 4-3.
At Farmington Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (10) Warsaw West Hancock at (7) North Fulton, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 games
- 2: (2) Brimfield/Elmwood vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
- 3: (3) Farmington vs. (5) Peoria Christian, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Princeton Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (10) Kewanee at (7) Princeton, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (2) Rock Island Alleman vs. Winner 1, 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (3) Hall vs. (6) Monmouth-Roseville, 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Aledo Mercer County Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Aledo Mercer County vs. (8) Sherrard, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Taylor Ridge Rockridge vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) St. Bede vs. (5) Illinois Valley Central, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
At Eureka Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) El Paso-Gridley at (8) Canton, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Illini West vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) Macomb vs. (6) Eureka, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 1 p.m.
At Clinton Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Bloomington Cornerstone at (8) Olympia, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (1) Maroa-Forsyth vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (4) Clinton vs. (6) Shelbyville, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 1 p.m.
East Peoria’s R.J. Duncheon celebrates a double against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria’s Jordan Marsh makes sure he touches home plate on a score against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria pitcher Dalton Oakman throws against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone’s Colin Strausbaugh checks the East Peoria defense as he rounds third base on a hit during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria’s Breyon Maroney throws the ball from the outfield fence after a Limestone hit during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone players confer during a change of pitchers as they face East Peoria in a high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens, top, looks to throw to first as Limestone’s Gavin Klecker slides on a double play attempt during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone head coach Tyler Christiansen greets MIcah Gauerke during their high school baseball game against East Peoria on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Llimestone’s Gavin Klecker, left, tags out East Peoria’s R.J. Duncheon on a steal attempt at third base during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens watches a hit off Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens throws to first base for an out against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone shortstop Evan Daxenbichler tosses the ball to second base for an out against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone’s Evan Daxenbichler pitches against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
East Peoria head coach Matt Plummer talks with R.J. Duncheon as the Raiders battle Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone assistant coach Eddie Mathews talks with his team on the mound during their high school baseball game against East Peoria on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
Limestone pitcher Nolan Ryan throws against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s R.J. Duncheon celebrates a double against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s R.J. Duncheon celebrates a double against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s Jordan Marsh makes sure he touches home plate on a score against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria pitcher Dalton Oakman throws against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone’s Colin Strausbaugh checks the East Peoria defense as he rounds third base on a hit during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s Breyon Maroney throws the ball from the outfield fence after a Limestone hit during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone players confer during a change of pitchers as they face East Peoria in a high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens, top, looks to throw to first as Limestone’s Gavin Klecker slides on a double play attempt during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone head coach Tyler Christiansen greets MIcah Gauerke during their high school baseball game against East Peoria on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Llimestone’s Gavin Klecker, left, tags out East Peoria’s R.J. Duncheon on a steal attempt at third base during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens watches a hit off Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria’s Jackson Ahrens throws to first base for an out against Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone shortstop Evan Daxenbichler tosses the ball to second base for an out against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone’s Evan Daxenbichler pitches against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
East Peoria head coach Matt Plummer talks with R.J. Duncheon as the Raiders battle Limestone during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone assistant coach Eddie Mathews talks with his team on the mound during their high school baseball game against East Peoria on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
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East Peoria baseball drops Limestone 12-2 in six innings
Limestone pitcher Nolan Ryan throws against East Peoria during their high school baseball game Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Raiders routed the Rockets 12-2 in six innings.
IHSA 3A baseball bracket
At Metamora Regional
Wednesday, May 27 games
- 1: (1) Metamora vs. (8) Kankakee, 4:30 p.m.
- 2: (4) Ottawa vs. (5) LaSalle-Peru, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 1 & 2, 10 a.m.
At Galesburg Regional
Wednesday, May 27 games
- 1: (2) East Peoria vs. (7) Galesburg, 4:30 p.m.
- 2: (3) Washington vs. (6) Limestone, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 1 & 2, 12 p.m.
At Dunlap Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (9) Peoria High at (8) Peoria Notre Dame, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 games
- 2: (1) Dunlap vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
- 3: (4) Morton vs. (5) Geneseo, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
CLASS 4A
At Bradley-Bourbonnais Regional
Monday, May 25 game
- 1: (10) Pekin at (7) Bradley-Bourbonnais, 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27 game
- 2: (2) Minooka vs. Winner 1, 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28 game
- 3: (3) Plainfield Central vs. (6) Richwoods, 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 game
- Title: Winners 2 & 3, 11 a.m.
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: IHSA baseball playoffs: Bracket for 2026 Illinois state tournament
Q&A
What are the schedules for the 2026 IHSA baseball regionals in Peoria?
The schedules for the 2026 IHSA baseball regionals for Peoria-area teams have been announced and will be updated throughout the playoffs.
Which Peoria-area teams are participating in the 2026 IHSA baseball postseason?
The article provides details on the Peoria-area teams participating in the 2026 IHSA baseball postseason, including their matchups.
How can I find updates on the IHSA baseball playoffs for Peoria teams?
Updates on brackets and scores for the IHSA baseball playoffs involving Peoria teams will be provided throughout the postseason.
What is the format for the 2026 IHSA baseball regionals?
The format for the 2026 IHSA baseball regionals includes various matchups and brackets that will be updated as the playoffs progress.
