Champaign Central baseball coach set for sectional semifinal game

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Summary

Champaign Central baseball coach Staab, the only coach in the program's history with over 500 wins, leads his team into a Class 3A sectional semifinal against Chatham Glenwood on June 3. The Maroons carry a record of 31-6 into the matchup, which is set for 4 p.m. in Mt. Zion. Other sectional games are also scheduled, including a matchup between SJ-O and the Vikings at 2 p.m., and GCMS looking to continue a turnaround in a Class 1A game at the same time. ALAH aims to extend its season in a different Class 1A sectional semifinal at 2 p.m.

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  • Staab has over 500 career wins as coach at Champaign Central.
  • Champaign Central has a 31-6 record this season.
  • The sectional semifinal against Chatham Glenwood starts at 4 p.m.
  • SJ-O faces the Vikings at 2 p.m. in a Class 2A game.
  • GCMS and ALAH also play at 2 p.m. in their respective matchups.
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  • 2:47 PMYahoo SportsThe daily pitch from Sports Editor : June 3, 2026
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