The Freeman/Canistota/Marion baseball team is off to a dream start in 2026, playing with the kind of confidence that makes them look unbeatable. A perfect 6-0 record tells the story of a squad firing on all cylinders, dominating opponents by a combined score of 71-18. That's an average margin of victory of nearly nine runs per game, a testament to a relentless offense and a pitching staff that consistently shuts the door.
Their latest statement win came on April 15th, a decisive 11-1 run-rule victory over Mount Vernon/Plankinton/Corsica-Stickney. The game was tight until FCM unleashed a seven-run explosion in the sixth inning, showcasing the explosive potential that has defined their season so far.
This win was a true team effort. Easton Tschetter set the tone with three hits, while Easton Miller drove in three crucial runs. Oliver Waltner exemplified the two-way threat, earning the win on the mound and adding two hits at the plate. The bullpen was lights-out, with Riley Gall tossing three perfect innings of relief with four strikeouts, all while going a perfect 2-for-2 himself.
Looking back at their scorching start, FCM has shown both grit and firepower. They opened with a tight 5-2 win, followed by a 10-0 shutout. After a dramatic 14-10 extra-inning victory, they haven't looked back, including a jaw-dropping 20-0 rout of Parker that announced their offensive prowess to the entire region.
The statistics are as impressive as the record. As a unit, they're hitting a blistering .395. Riley Gall is on an absolute tear, leading the team with a .667 average. Alaric Knittel is the run-production king with 11 RBIs, while Easton Tschetter is a scoring machine, crossing the plate 10 times already.
This dominance isn't limited to the batter's box. The pitching staff has been equally formidable, combining power with precision. Riley Tschetter has been a strikeout artist, fanning 21 batters in just eight innings. Easton Tschetter has been virtually untouchable, pitching six scoreless frames with 14 strikeouts. With this kind of balanced excellence, FCM has all the ingredients for a truly special season.