Jimmies Baseball Roughed Up In DII Debut

Jamestown team gives up 10 runs in first two innings of loss to Colorado-Colorado Springs

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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In their first game in Division II, the Jamestown Jimmies baseball team gave up 10 runs in the first two innings and lost 11-4 to Colorado-Colorado Springs on Friday at Mountain Lion Field in Colorado Springs.

Why it matters

This was the Jimmies' debut in Division II after previously competing in a lower division. The lopsided loss to start the new season raises questions about how the team will adjust to the higher level of competition.

The details

Jimmies starter Luke Zimmer struggled, allowing 10 runs and 8 hits in 4 innings. Colorado-Colorado Springs capped a 6-run first inning with a grand slam by Tyler Buchman. The Jimmies scored 3 runs in the 4th inning, but Colorado-Colorado Springs added 4 more in the 2nd to pull away.

  • The game took place on Friday, February 14, 2026.
  • Jamestown will play Colorado-Colorado Springs again in a doubleheader on Saturday and a single game on Sunday.

The players

Luke Zimmer

The starting pitcher for the Jamestown Jimmies.

Tyler Buchman

A player for Colorado-Colorado Springs who hit a grand slam in the first inning.

Jacob Thomas

The designated hitter for the Jamestown Jimmies who drove in their first run of the season with an RBI single.

Bryce Peterson

A player for Colorado-Colorado Springs who hit a two-run home run in the second inning.

Trevor Dale

A player for Colorado-Colorado Springs who hit a solo home run in the second inning.

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The takeaway

The lopsided loss in their Division II debut highlights the challenges the Jamestown Jimmies baseball team will face as they adjust to the higher level of competition. The team will need to quickly regroup and make adjustments before their next games against the same opponent.