Iowa Routs Wartburg College 13-0 in Midweek Matchup

Hawkeyes score 7 runs in the 3rd inning to cruise to victory over Division III opponent

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Iowa Hawkeyes baseball team defeated Wartburg College 13-0 in a seven-inning midweek game on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes scored seven runs in the third inning and added three more in both the fifth and sixth innings to cruise to the lopsided victory. With the win, Iowa improves to 6-2 on the season and will head to Texas this weekend for the Frisco Classic to face Alabama, Houston, and #19 Oregon State.

Why it matters

This was an important tune-up game for the Hawkeyes ahead of their tough weekend tournament against some strong Division I opponents. The dominant performance against the Division III Wartburg squad should give Iowa confidence heading into the Frisco Classic as they look to build on their strong 6-2 start to the season.

The details

Iowa starting pitcher Brady Ferguson threw two scoreless innings, allowing two hits and striking out three. The Hawkeyes broke the game open in the third inning, scoring seven runs on five hits and three walks. Wartburg used five different pitchers, with starter Zach Byrne taking the loss after allowing four runs in two innings.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 in Iowa City.
  • Iowa scored seven runs in the bottom of the third inning.

The players

Brady Ferguson

The starting pitcher for Iowa, who threw two scoreless innings.

Zach Byrne

The starting pitcher for Wartburg College, who took the loss after allowing four runs in two innings.

Gable Mitchell

An Iowa player who reached base three times, including being hit by a pitch and drawing two walks.

Kooper Schulte

An Iowa player who had a double and two walks in the game.

Jaylen Ziegler

A Wartburg College player who reached base twice via a walk and a fielder's choice.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Hawkeyes will travel to Texas this weekend to compete in the Frisco Classic, where they will face Alabama, Houston, and #19 Oregon State.

The takeaway

This dominant victory over a Division III opponent should give the Iowa Hawkeyes confidence heading into their tough weekend tournament against some strong Division I teams. The Hawkeyes' ability to score in bunches and get solid pitching performances will be key as they look to continue their strong start to the season.