Offense Erupts as LC State Sweeps C of I Behind 21-3 Victory

No. 7 LC State Baseball scores most runs at home since 2022 to complete series sweep of College of Idaho

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:58pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a college baseball game, with overlapping planes of bright green, navy blue, and orange representing the action on the field.LC State's offensive onslaught showcases the team's depth and firepower as they continue their push for a conference title and playoff positioning.Lewiston Today

The No. 7 LC State Baseball team scored 21 runs, the most at home since 2022, to complete a series sweep of the College of Idaho with a 21-3 victory. Ten different Warriors tallied at least one hit in the game, led by Noah Weintraub and Bulla Ephan with three hits each. Spencer Zeller drove in four runs, while Weintraub, Ephan, and Jordan Justice each knocked in three.

Why it matters

This victory improves LC State's record to 26-3 on the season and 18-3 in Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC) play, keeping them firmly in the hunt for the conference title and a high seed in the NAIA playoffs. The offensive outburst also showcases the depth and firepower of the Warriors' lineup, which could make them a dangerous team come postseason time.

The details

LC State put the first runs on the board in the bottom of the third inning when Bryce Johnson doubled and Noah Weintraub hit a two-run home run. The Yotes took a 3-2 lead in the top of the fourth, but the Warriors quickly tied it in the bottom half on a RBI single by Sam Weber. Jackson Jaha then gave LC State the lead for good with a two-run home run. The Warriors blew the game open with a 7-run sixth inning, highlighted by RBI hits from Izzy Madariaga, Spencer Zeller, and Weintraub. LC State added 8 more runs in the seventh and eighth innings to cruise to the 21-3 victory.

  • In the bottom of the third inning, Bryce Johnson doubled and Noah Weintraub hit a two-run home run to give LC State the early lead.
  • The College of Idaho took a 3-2 lead in the top of the fourth inning.
  • In the bottom of the fourth, Sam Weber tied the game with an RBI single and Jackson Jaha gave LC State the lead for good with a two-run home run.
  • LC State broke the game open with a 7-run sixth inning.
  • The Warriors added 8 more runs in the seventh and eighth innings to make the final score 21-3.

The players

Jace Taylor

The LC State starting pitcher who struck out two batters in the first inning.

Brandon Nguyen

The LC State player who nailed a runner trying to stretch a double into a triple in the third inning.

Bryce Johnson

The LC State player who hit a two-out double in the third inning to start the scoring for the Warriors.

Noah Weintraub

The LC State player who hit a two-run home run in the third inning and finished the game with three hits and three RBIs.

Zak Sullivan

The LC State pitcher who came in to stop the College of Idaho's momentum in the fourth inning and earned the win with three innings of work without allowing a hit.

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What they’re saying

“This was a great team win for us today. Our offense really came alive and we were able to get contributions from a lot of different guys. That's the kind of balance and depth we're going to need as we head into the final stretch of the season.”

— Jace Taylor, LC State Starting Pitcher

What’s next

LC State will host (RV) British Columbia next weekend at Harris Field for a four-game Cascade Collegiate Conference series from April 3-5.

The takeaway

LC State's offensive explosion, with 10 different players recording at least one hit, showcases the depth and firepower of the Warriors' lineup. This performance keeps them firmly in the hunt for the Cascade Collegiate Conference title and a high seed in the NAIA playoffs, making them a dangerous team to face down the stretch.