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The 2025 Nebraska High School State Baseball Tournament is culminating in an exciting championship game between Millard North and Lincoln East. Millard North, with a record of 23-12, recently secured a significant victory against Elkhorn South, led by standout pitcher Noah Gartner. Meanwhile, Lincoln East, boasting a remarkable 32-3 record, dominated Millard South to earn their spot in the final. Fans can look forward to an electrifying match on Friday at Werner Park as each team vies for the championship title.

Millard North and Lincoln East Gear Up for a Thrilling Championship Showdown!

It’s an exciting time for baseball fans in Omaha as the 2025 Nebraska High School State Baseball Tournament reaches its climax! The championship game is set, and it’s going to be one for the ages as Millard North faces off against Lincoln East. Talk about a showdown!

Millard North’s Incredible Journey

Millard North has had quite the rollercoaster ride to make it to the final. They recently pulled off a stunning 8-0 victory against Elkhorn South in the Class A state tournament. What a match! The star of the game was Noah Gartner, who is already a Nebraska pledge. He pitched six solid innings, allowing just five hits while striking out a whopping nine batters! Talk about dominating the mound!

Interestingly, Millard North had to battle back after a 2-0 loss to the same team earlier in the day. That loss paved the way for a second-game rematch, and they made sure to leave it all on the field in the follow-up contest. Additionally, Jackson Smith helped secure the win with a fantastic two-run homer that drove in three RBIs—what a performance!

Now, with a record standing at 23-12, Millard North is eager and ready to face Lincoln East in what promises to be an electrifying championship game, set for Friday at 7 p.m. at Werner Park.

Lincoln East Continues to Shine

On the other side, we have Lincoln East, who appears to be entirely unstoppable this tournament. They secured their spot in the championship with a commanding 10-3 win over Millard South. Talk about making a statement! They opened the game with an explosive first inning, scoring six runs and really setting the tone.

One of the highlights of that game was Troy Peltz, who launched a home run that got the crowd buzzing. Lincoln East’s success this year has brought their record to an impressive 32-3, and they are hungry for their second title in just three years. It’s safe to say they are ready to take the championship crown!

Class B and Class C Finals Also Heating Up

But the excitement doesn’t stop with Class A! In Class B, Bennington has advanced to the finals after defeating Omaha Gross 11-1. Hunter Spencer was on fire, delivering three hits in the winning effort. They’ll face off against Gretna East in the championship, scheduled for Friday at 3:30 p.m.

Gretna East had a nail-biter of a game, defeating Omaha Skutt 3-2 in 15 innings. Yes, you read that right! That match is being touted as one of the longest in state tournament history. These players certainly know how to keep fans on the edge of their seats!

Meanwhile, in Class C, Central City/Centura secured a spot in the finals by defeating Lincoln Christian 8-6. They’ll be going head-to-head with Malcolm, who made it to the championship after a narrow 5-4 victory over Adams Central. The Class C final is also set for Friday at noon at Werner Park.

Double-Elimination Excitement

This thrilling tournament has been a double-elimination format, showcasing teams from multiple classes across Nebraska. The championship games promise to be an absolute spectacle filled with drama, excitement, and of course, baseball magic!

So grab your popcorn, baseball caps, and jerseys because it’s time to cheer on your favorite teams! Whether you’re rooting for Millard North, Lincoln East, or any team vying for a championship title this Friday, it’s going to be a fantastic showcase of Nebraska high school baseball talent!

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