Aurora pitchers combine for no-hitter

Rocco Zembala and Gabe Cooch discuss their historic performance on the mound.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:08am

Two pitchers for the Aurora baseball team, Rocco Zembala and Gabe Cooch, combined to throw a no-hitter in their latest game. The two players discussed the historic accomplishment and what it means for their team.

Why it matters

No-hitters are extremely rare in baseball, and a combined no-hitter is even more uncommon. This achievement showcases the talent and teamwork of the Aurora pitching staff and could provide a boost of momentum for the team as they continue their season.

The details

Zembala and Cooch took turns on the mound, with Zembala starting and pitching the first 6 innings before Cooch came in to close out the final 3 innings. Together, they held the opposing team hitless throughout the entire game.

  • The no-hitter took place on March 30, 2026.
  • Zembala pitched the first 6 innings, while Cooch pitched the final 3 innings.

The players

Rocco Zembala

A starting pitcher for the Aurora baseball team who threw 6 innings of the combined no-hitter.

Gabe Cooch

A relief pitcher for the Aurora baseball team who threw the final 3 innings of the combined no-hitter.

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What they’re saying

“It's an incredible feeling to be a part of a no-hitter, especially with one of my best friends on the team. We've been working so hard, and it's great to see that pay off.”

— Rocco Zembala, Pitcher

“Rocco set me up perfectly, and I just tried to keep the momentum going. Our defense was locked in all game, and that made it a lot easier for us on the mound.”

— Gabe Cooch, Pitcher

What’s next

The Aurora team will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, with their next game scheduled for April 5th.

The takeaway

This combined no-hitter showcases the depth and talent of the Aurora pitching staff, and could be a turning point in their season as they look to make a playoff push.