New Home baseball seeks first state title against Iola
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Last updated Jun 2, 2026
New Home faces Iola in the Class 2A Division I title game on June 2 at 9 a.m. New Home has reached the state championship six times since 2018 but is still seeking its first title. The Leopards overcame Tom Bean in the semifinals after losing Game 2, winning decisively in Game 3. Iola, making its state debut, has won three one-game playoffs on their way to the final, including a narrow semifinal victory over Frankston. The matchup highlights New Home's desire for redemption after suffering losses in previous finals.
- •New Home has a record of 29-8 this season.
- •The Leopards won 12 of their last 13 games.
- •Iola comes into the final with a record of 26-4.
- •Brady Webb emphasizes the team's readiness for the title matchup.
- •This title game marks New Home's third appearance in program history.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — New Home baseball continues chase of elusive state championship
"New Home is proud and happy to have reached Dell Diamond six times since 2018, but the Leopards are hungry to nab their first title.
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