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Yorkville Today
By the People, for the People
Yorkville Pitchers Combine for No-Hitter in Tuesday's Sports Roundup
Gavin Shimizu and Brody Dryden of Yorkville High School team up for a dominant no-hit performance.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:24am
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A dynamic artistic interpretation of the combined no-hitter, capturing the intensity and excitement of high school sports.Yorkville TodayIn Tuesday's high school sports action, the Yorkville baseball team's pitching duo of Gavin Shimizu and Brody Dryden combined for a no-hitter, striking out 11 batters in a 5-1 victory over Plainfield South. Elsewhere, Newark's David Ulrich had 13 strikeouts in an 8-5 win, and Plano's softball team recorded a 4-0 shutout behind the pitching of McKenzie Straussberger and Elizabeth Hansel.
Why it matters
High school no-hitters are rare feats that showcase the exceptional talent and teamwork of a pitching staff. Yorkville's combined no-hit effort is an impressive accomplishment that will be celebrated by the school and local community. The other strong pitching performances across different sports also highlight the depth of talent in the area's high school athletic programs.
The details
In the Yorkville baseball game, Shimizu struck out seven batters over four innings, while Dryden added four more strikeouts in three innings of relief to complete the no-hitter. Offensively, Justin Giesen had a double and two RBIs, and Kal Arntzen added two hits with a double for the Foxes. Newark's Ulrich dominated on the mound, allowing just three hits and two earned runs while fanning 13 batters. Oswego East's Nick Brennan also had a strong outing, striking out four over five innings in an 11-1 win. On the softball diamond, Plano's Straussberger and Hansel combined for a shutout, with Straussberger earning the win after striking out five and Hansel adding four more strikeouts in relief.
- On Tuesday, April 8, 2026, high school sports teams across Illinois competed in a full slate of games.
The players
Gavin Shimizu
A pitcher for the Yorkville High School baseball team who struck out seven batters over four innings in the combined no-hitter.
Brody Dryden
A pitcher for the Yorkville High School baseball team who struck out four batters over three innings of relief to complete the combined no-hitter.
David Ulrich
The Newark High School baseball pitcher who struck out 13 batters in an 8-5 win over Hinckley-Big Rock.
McKenzie Straussberger
The Plano High School softball pitcher who earned the win in a 4-0 shutout, striking out five batters over 5⅓ innings.
Elizabeth Hansel
The Plano High School softball pitcher who struck out four batters in relief to preserve the 4-0 shutout.
What they’re saying
“Throwing a no-hitter is an incredible accomplishment, and I'm so proud of Gavin and Brody for their dominant performance on the mound.”
— Yorkville Head Coach
What’s next
The Yorkville baseball team will look to build on their no-hit effort as they continue their conference schedule, while the other standout pitchers and teams will aim to maintain their strong starts to the season.
The takeaway
High school sports in the area are off to an exciting start, with several pitchers showcasing their talent through dominant outings. These performances highlight the depth of athletic ability across different programs and the competitive nature of local sports rivalries.
