The MACU Baseball team achieved a historic milestone with two players earning NAIA All-America honors for the first time in program history. Ibrahim Gonzalez was named to the First Team and Nick Hill to the Second Team, marking a significant achievement as they are the first players from MACU to earn All-America recognition beyond the Third Team level. This season, Gonzalez set the single-season wins record at MACU with 12, while Hill shattered the team's single-season home run record with 24.

By the Numbers
  • Ibrahim Gonzalez: 12 wins (2nd in NAIA), 99 strikeouts (17th in NAIA), 2.75 ERA (9th in NAIA)
  • Nick Hill: 24 home runs (tied for 4th in NAIA), 75 RBIs (13th in NAIA), 163 total bases (program record)
State of Play
  • The Evangels made their first-ever appearance in the NAIA World Series during the 2026 season.
  • They finished with a 43-15 record, setting a new team record for wins in a season.
  • Gonzalez won NCCAA Player of the Year, and both players received numerous accolades at the conference level.
What's Next

As MACU looks to build on its successful campaign, the team aims to capitalize on this recognition to attract new talent and continue its growth. With Gonzalez and Hill leading the charge, future seasons could see even greater accomplishments.

Bottom Line

This historic achievement highlights the rising prominence of the MACU Baseball program, emphasizing not only individual excellence but also team success. As both players continue to break records, they set a foundation for sustained success and potential future accolades.