St. Xavier baseball clinched its first regional title since 2003, beating Oak Hills 6-5 in a thrilling OHSAA Division I championship. The victory marks a significant turnaround for the Bombers, who improved from just 10 wins the previous year to an impressive 25-5 this season. A cohesive team effort saw standout performances including a no-hitter from Jack Ryan and key contributions from Dillon Brus and Griffin Doxey, highlighting their elite baserunning. St. Xavier is now two wins away from a state championship, with a semifinal showdown against Olentangy Orange on June 11.

By the Numbers
  • St. Xavier won its first regional title in 20 years.
  • The Bombers set a school record with 36 stolen bases for the season.
  • St. Xavier improved from 10 wins in 2024 to 25 wins this season.
State of Play
  • St. Xavier has advanced to the state semifinals after a strong regional performance.
  • They will face Olentangy Orange, who has a 24-5 record, in the next round.
  • Oak Hills concludes its season with a 23-8 record and 10 graduating seniors.
What's Next

St. Xavier seeks to capitalize on its momentum in the state semifinals, where they aim to leverage their recent success and improved team culture against Olentangy Orange. If they continue to perform at this level, they could be on the brink of a state championship.

Bottom Line

St. Xavier's victory symbolizes a profound turnaround for the program and highlights the importance of teamwork and commitment. As they move closer to a potential state title, maintaining their focus and chemistry will be crucial.