New Prairie baseball star shines in win over Saint Joseph

Senior Sullivan Kress led his team to victory with a clutch RBI single and strong pitching performance.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:25am

An extreme close-up of a high school baseball pitcher's throwing motion, captured in a vibrant, expressionist style with rapid brushstrokes and neon colors that convey the raw power and athleticism of the sport.New Prairie's star pitcher Sullivan Kress unleashes a powerful fastball, his neon-hued motion a blur of energy and determination.South Bend Today

New Prairie baseball senior Sullivan Kress had an impressive all-around game, leading his team to a victory over Saint Joseph. Kress drove in a run with a key single and also pitched well, striking out multiple batters. His strong performance on both offense and defense was crucial in securing the win for New Prairie.

Why it matters

This game was an important conference matchup between two local high school baseball rivals. Kress' standout play showcases his talent and leadership, which will be important as New Prairie aims to have a successful season and make a deep playoff run.

The details

In the game against Saint Joseph, Kress delivered a timely RBI single to give New Prairie the lead. He also pitched effectively, striking out several batters and limiting Saint Joseph's offense. Kress acknowledged he needs to improve his control of his off-speed pitches, but overall his performance was a major factor in his team's victory.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Sullivan Kress

A senior baseball player for New Prairie High School who had a standout performance in the win over Saint Joseph.

Will Sollmann

A New Prairie baseball player who hit a home run in the game against Saint Joseph.

New Prairie baseball

The high school baseball team that defeated Saint Joseph.

Saint Joseph

The high school baseball team that lost to New Prairie.

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What they’re saying

“I have to get my control a little better with my off-speed [pitches], then it'll be pretty hard to hit me.”

— Sullivan Kress, New Prairie baseball player

The takeaway

Kress' standout performance showcases his talent and leadership, which will be crucial for New Prairie as they aim to have a successful season and make a deep playoff run in the highly competitive local high school baseball landscape.