Fargo Davies Routs Sioux Falls Lincoln 13-1

Eagles' offense erupts early and often in dominant non-conference win

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:39pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in motion, with sharp, overlapping shapes and planes of color representing the players, field, and action.Fargo Davies' offensive onslaught and pitching dominance overwhelm Sioux Falls Lincoln in a decisive non-conference victory.Fargo Today

Fargo Davies High School's baseball team secured a commanding 13-1 victory over Sioux Falls Lincoln on Friday, April 18, 2026, in a non-conference matchup that highlighted the Eagles' offensive depth and pitching dominance. Senior Gus Pankratz led the charge for Davies, contributing significantly to the team's offensive output with multiple hits and RBIs.

Why it matters

The win marked Davies' second victory of the day in a twinbill sweep of Lincoln, underscoring their strong start to the 2026 spring season. The Eagles' offense erupted early and often, plating runs in multiple innings to build an insurmountable lead against their conference rival.

The details

Davies collected 14 hits in the game, with Pankratz going 3-for-4 at the plate, including a double and two runs batted in. The Eagles' starting pitcher delivered a strong outing, holding Lincoln to just one run on scattered hits while striking out seven batters over five innings. Sioux Falls Lincoln struggled to generate consistent offense, managing only four hits and drawing just one walk against Davies' pitching combination.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 18, 2026.
  • The victory improved Davies' overall record to 8-2 on the young season.

The players

Gus Pankratz

A senior at Fargo Davies High School who led the charge for the Eagles with multiple hits and RBIs in the victory.

Fargo Davies High School

The baseball team that secured a commanding 13-1 victory over Sioux Falls Lincoln in a non-conference matchup.

Sioux Falls Lincoln

The opposing team that struggled to generate consistent offense, managing only four hits and drawing just one walk against Davies' pitching combination.

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What they’re saying

“We came in ready to play our game. The guys executed the game plan, stayed aggressive at the plate, and got the job done on the mound. That's what we're aiming for every time we step on the field.”

— Fargo Davies Head Coach

“We've been working hard in practice, and it's showing up in games. When everyone's doing their part, it makes things easier for everybody.”

— Gus Pankratz, Fargo Davies Senior

What’s next

The victory continues Davies' strong start to the 2026 baseball season, building momentum as they prepare for upcoming conference play. The Eagles are scheduled to host West Fargo Horace in their next home series, a matchup that will test their consistency against another regional contender.

The takeaway

Fargo Davies' dominant performance showcases the team's offensive firepower and pitching depth, positioning them as a formidable contender in the early stages of the 2026 baseball season.