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Cedar Falls Today
By the People, for the People
Panthers Overcome 13-Run Deficit in Thrilling Comeback
UNI baseball team rallies late to clinch series win over Illinois State
Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:50pm
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UNI's dramatic comeback victory over Illinois State highlights the team's resilience and competitive spirit on the diamond.Cedar Falls TodayThe University of Northern Iowa baseball team overcame a daunting 13-run deficit on Sunday to stage an epic comeback and clinch a series victory over Illinois State. Playing in windy conditions at their home field in Cedar Falls, the Panthers found themselves in a deep hole early but refused to give up, mounting a furious rally to ultimately win the game.
Why it matters
Comebacks of this magnitude are rare in college baseball, making the Panthers' performance all the more impressive. The win not only secured the series for UNI, but also demonstrated the team's resilience and ability to overcome adversity, qualities that could serve them well as they continue their season.
The details
UNI fell behind 13-0 early in the game, but slowly chipped away at the deficit, scoring runs in multiple innings to make it a close game. In the late innings, the Panthers' bats came alive, and they were able to complete the improbable comeback and secure the victory.
- The game took place on Sunday, March 31, 2026.
- UNI found themselves down 13-0 early in the contest.
The players
University of Northern Iowa (UNI) baseball team
The college baseball team representing the University of Northern Iowa, located in Cedar Falls, Iowa.
Illinois State
The baseball team from Illinois State University, UNI's opponent in the weekend series.
What they’re saying
“I've never seen a comeback like that in all my years of coaching. These guys never gave up and kept battling until the end.”
— Bill Farrell, UNI Baseball Head Coach
What’s next
The Panthers will look to build on this momentum as they continue their conference schedule in the coming weeks.
The takeaway
The UNI baseball team's thrilling comeback victory showcased their resilience, determination, and ability to overcome adversity, qualities that could serve them well as they aim for a successful season.
