#7 Grand Valley State (GVSU) is set to host Parkside for its final regular-season baseball series, kicking off on April 30. The series will feature Senior Day celebrations on May 2. Currently, GVSU leads the NCAA DII Midwest Regional rankings, with the top two teams earning hosting rights for final tournaments. Under head coach Jordan Keur, GVSU has maintained a strong season with impressive stats in both offense and pitching. The Lakers showcase a well-rounded team as they gear up for postseason actions.

By the Numbers
  • GVSU ranks first in the NCAA DII regional rankings and leads the GLIAC in 14 statistical categories.
  • Collin Bradley has an 8-0 record with a GLIAC-leading 1.83 ERA, with 48 strikeouts in 68.2 innings pitched.
Yes, But

While the Lakers are performing well, the competition remains fierce in the Midwest region, and postseason success hinges on maintaining this level of play against strong opponents.

State of Play
  • GVSU has outscored its opponents 180-59 in the first three innings this season.
  • The team has scored 10 or more runs in 20 games, holding a 19-1 record in those instances.
What's Next

As the team enters the postseason, expectations will be high to translate their strong regular-season performance into success in both the GLIAC and NCAA tournaments. Their focus will be on maintaining their dominant offensive and pitching strategies.

Bottom Line

GVSU's impressive record and statistics underscore their potential for a deep postseason run鈥攂ut they must sustain their performance against tough competitors to realize their championship aspirations.