Beavers Set Records in Series Win Over William Jewell

Bemidji State baseball team sweeps doubleheader, steals 12 bases in one game

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Bemidji State baseball team won three of four games in a weekend series against William Jewell, setting several program records in the process. In the first game, the Beavers scored 20 runs, the fifth-most in a single game in team history. In the third game, the team stole 12 bases, a new program record. Bemidji State won the series 3-1 to improve to 3-8 in nonconference play this season.

Why it matters

The Beavers' strong performance against William Jewell, including their record-setting offensive and baserunning displays, demonstrates the team's potential and ability to compete at a high level. This series win could provide momentum as Bemidji State prepares to resume NSIC conference play.

The details

In the first game, the Beavers won 20-3 in seven innings, with Beau Thoma and Noah Drusch hitting home runs. William Jewell rebounded to win the second game 14-10. Bemidji State then swept the second doubleheader, winning 8-5 in a game where they stole 12 bases, a new program record, and 7-3 in the series finale.

  • The Beavers renewed their nonconference meeting against William Jewell on the road over the weekend of March 2-3, 2026.
  • Bemidji State will resume NSIC play on March 6, 2026, beginning a four-game set against Northern State in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

The players

Beau Thoma

A Bemidji State baseball player who hit a home run in the 20-3 win over William Jewell.

Noah Drusch

A Bemidji State baseball player who also hit a home run in the 20-3 win over William Jewell.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This series win highlights the Beavers' offensive firepower and baserunning prowess, which could provide a boost as they look to build momentum heading into conference play against Northern State.