PREVIEW: UNC Baseball Heads to Air Force Midweek, Hosts NDSU For Three-Game Weekend Series

Calendar

Apr 8

3:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at Air Force

Video Stats

Apr 10

2 p.m. MDT

Baseball

vs North Dakota State

Video Stats

Apr 11

12 p.m. MDT

Baseball

vs North Dakota State

Video Stats

Apr 12

12 p.m. MDT

Baseball

vs North Dakota State

Video Stats

Apr 17

2:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at St. Thomas

Apr 18

12:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at St. Thomas

Apr 19

12:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at St. Thomas

Apr 24

2:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at South Dakota State

Apr 25

1:00 p.m. MDT

Baseball

at South Dakota State

GREELEY, Colo. - Northern Colorado baseball is set for a four game week starting with a midweek match up at Air Force on Wednesday, April 8. The Bears will then return to Jackson Field for Summit League action, hosting North Dakota State in a three-game series beginning Friday, April 10. Saturday, April 11, will feature Military Appreciation Day, with the series concluding on Sunday against the Bison.

Fans can watch Wednesday's game against Air Force on the Mountain West Network, with additional updates available through the team's official social media channels. The weekend series will be streamed on Midco Sports Plus, with live updates also provided online.

NOTES ABOUT THE BEARS: At the plate, several hitters stand out with impressive batting averages, including Pruski (.331), Minic (.338 in limited at-bats), and Stone (.323), showing an ability to consistently reach base and generate scoring opportunities. The lineup has shown gap power with speed, as multiple players have stolen bases and extra-base hits, creating pressure on opposing defenses. Defensively, the Bears have been highly reliable, turning 23 double plays and maintaining a .964 fielding percentage, anchored by standout performances from Bullard (.996 FPCT) and Pruski (.992 FPCT).

SCOUTING AIR FORCE: Air Force holds an 11-18 overall record and shows signs of offensive capability across the lineup. Key contributors in the lineup such as Kaden Bradshaw, Wyatt Hanoian, and Ben Niednagel have been consistent and major contributors for the Falcon's lineup. Air Force's ability to steal bases is a notable strength, showing aggressive base running and speed. Defensively, Air Force has turned 19 double plays and have limited pick offs, while holding an impressive .967 fielding percentage.

SCOUTING NORTH DAKOTA STATE: The Bison hold a 4-19 overall record, with a 1-5 mark in conference play. NDSU is hitting.205 as a squad and posting a 6.89 ERA. Caleb Corbin leads the offense with a .277 average, while Colten Becker and Noah Gordon provide power and run production. Defensively, the team has been solid with a .975 fielding percentage, anchored by a reliable infield.

VS. AIR FORCE SINCE 2003
Overall Series: AF Leads 35-30 (since 2003)
Last Meeting: UNC 6, AF 18 (March 31, 2026, in Colorado Springs)
Current Trend: In their last 10 match ups, the Bears hold a 5-5 record.

VS. NORTH DAKOTA STATE SINCE 2003
Overall Series: NDSU Leads 33-21 (since 2003)
Last Meeting: UNC 6, NDSU 4 (April 19, 2025, in Fargo)
Current Trend: In their last 10 match ups, the Bears hold a 6-4 record.

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