Legacy baseball's hot start cools off against Regis Jesuit

Top-ranked teams clash under the lights, with Regis Jesuit pulling away late for a decisive victory.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 6:37am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a high school baseball game, with sharp planes of red, blue, and yellow intersecting to create a sense of motion and competition.A cubist interpretation of the intense on-field action between two of Colorado's top high school baseball teams.Parker Today

In a highly anticipated matchup between the top two teams in Colorado's 5A baseball classification, Legacy's early lead and hot start to the season were no match for a powerful offensive performance by Regis Jesuit. The game ended after five innings via the mercy rule, with Regis Jesuit winning 16-6.

Why it matters

This game highlighted the strength and depth of the Regis Jesuit baseball program, which has emerged as one of the top teams in the state. For Legacy, the loss serves as a reality check and an opportunity to regroup and learn from the experience as they look to bounce back and continue their strong season.

The details

Legacy jumped out to an early lead, but Regis Jesuit's offense exploded for a seven-run fourth inning, powered by a three-run home run from Jacob Olson and a two-run shot from Eli Shappee. The Raiders' Chase Massey also hit a solo homer in the first inning. Legacy used four pitchers and struggled with control, issuing nine walks. Despite the loss, Legacy's offense still managed to score six runs on five hits and eight walks.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 10, 2026 under the lights in Parker, Colorado.
  • The game ended after five innings via the mercy rule.

The players

Ty Giordano

The head coach of the Legacy baseball team.

Lucas Kelnhofer

A junior catcher for the Legacy baseball team who drove in two runs in the game.

Jacob Olson

The senior center fielder for the Regis Jesuit baseball team, who hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning.

Chase Massey

A player for the Regis Jesuit baseball team who hit a solo home run in the first inning.

Eli Shappee

A player for the Regis Jesuit baseball team who hit a two-run home run in the third inning and finished with five RBIs.

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What they’re saying

“It was a great test for us. It just didn't come out the way we wanted tonight.”

— Ty Giordano, Legacy baseball coach

“I mean, we still put up six runs on a very good pitching staff. At the end of the day, it's just one bad inning.”

— Lucas Kelnhofer, Legacy junior catcher

“They're a scary team. They're big. They're strong. They can hit the ball hard — but they're human. Very beatable.”

— Lucas Kelnhofer, Legacy junior catcher

What’s next

Legacy will look to bounce back from this loss as they continue their season, while Regis Jesuit will aim to build on this impressive victory and solidify their status as one of the top teams in the state.

The takeaway

This game showcased the depth and talent of the Regis Jesuit baseball program, which was able to overcome an early deficit and pull away for a decisive victory. For Legacy, the loss serves as a learning experience and an opportunity to regroup and refocus as they look to maintain their strong start to the season.