The Pittsburg State Gorillas are making history—and they're not done yet. With a dominant 16-4 road win over Washburn on Friday night, Pitt State Baseball has clinched at least a share of the MIAA regular season championship for the first time in program history. It's a milestone that marks a new era for the Gorillas, who have been building toward this moment with relentless determination.
The victory wasn't just about the title, though. It also secured the program's second 40-win season ever—and remarkably, it comes just one year after they achieved that feat for the first time. Last season, Pitt State finished with a program-record 42 wins. This year, they've already notched 40 wins against just 8 losses, with one regular season game remaining. That's the kind of consistency that turns good teams into champions.
But the drama isn't over. Saturday's regular season finale against Washburn will determine whether the Gorillas claim the title outright or share it. Here's how the scenarios play out:
- If Pitt State wins Saturday, they are the solo conference champions.
- If Pitt State loses and Rogers State beats Missouri Western, the Gorillas and Rogers State will be co-champions.
- If Pitt State loses and Rogers State also loses, Pitt State still takes the solo title.
After the regular season wraps up, the Gorillas will turn their attention to the MIAA Championship tournament, which begins Thursday, May 7. With the momentum of a historic season behind them, this team is poised to make some noise in the postseason. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a great sports story, this is a squad worth watching.
