IU Columbus Baseball Falls Short in Tight Series Finale

Crimson Pride come up one run shy in River States Conference matchup with Kentucky Christian

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:27pm

A cubist-style painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and planes in navy, crimson, and golden yellow, conceptually representing the tension and drama of a close college baseball game.A cubist interpretation of the tight, competitive baseball series between IU Columbus and Kentucky Christian, capturing the game's intensity and drama through fragmented geometric forms.Columbus Today

The IU Columbus baseball team showed fight and determination in a tight River States Conference series against Kentucky Christian, but ultimately fell short in the finale, losing 3-2 in a close contest that came down to the smallest of details.

Why it matters

As a local college baseball program, the Crimson Pride's performance in conference play is closely followed by the Columbus community. This series against Kentucky Christian highlighted the team's resilience and competitiveness, even in a narrow defeat, which can build momentum and fan engagement heading into the rest of the season.

The details

IU Columbus displayed flashes of offensive firepower, with Quentcy Perry going 3-for-4 with a triple and Carson McNulty providing steady production at the plate. The pitching staff also battled to keep the games close, but the margin for error in conference play proved razor thin, leading to the one-run defeat in the series finale.

  • The series took place on April 13, 2026.

The players

Quentcy Perry

An IU Columbus baseball player who had a strong offensive performance in the series, going 3-for-4 with a triple.

Carson McNulty

An IU Columbus baseball player who provided consistent production at the plate throughout the series.

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What they’re saying

“Sometimes, it's not about what you did wrong—it's about how close you were.”

— Jeremy Giggy, Sports Director, White River Broadcasting

What’s next

The Crimson Pride will look to build on their competitive performance in the series as they continue their River States Conference schedule, aiming to secure more wins and make a push for the postseason.

The takeaway

Despite the narrow defeat, the IU Columbus baseball team demonstrated their resilience and ability to compete at a high level in conference play, showcasing the program's potential and generating excitement within the local community.