Northern Colorado baseball will play four games this week, beginning with a matchup at Air Force on April 8, followed by a three-game home series against North Dakota State starting April 10.
The upcoming games are significant as they provide opportunities for the Bears to improve their standing in Summit League play and test their skills against both non-conference and conference opponents. The team will also observe Military Appreciation Day during Saturday’s game.
Fans can watch the midweek game against Air Force through the Mountain West Network, while the weekend series with North Dakota State will be available on Midco Sports Plus. Live updates for all games will be provided online and via social media channels.
Several Northern Colorado players have recorded strong batting averages so far this season, including Pruski (.331), Minic (.338 in limited at-bats), and Stone (.323). The team has shown speed on the bases and consistent defensive performance, turning 23 double plays with a .964 fielding percentage. Bullard (.996) and Pruski (.992) have been defensive standouts.
Air Force enters Wednesday’s game with an 11-18 record. Key offensive contributors include Kaden Bradshaw, Wyatt Hanoian, and Ben Niednagel. The Falcons are known for aggressive base running and hold a .967 fielding percentage after turning 19 double plays this season.
North Dakota State comes into the weekend series holding a 4-19 overall record (1-5 in conference). Caleb Corbin leads NDSU hitters with a .277 average. Colten Becker and Noah Gordon provide additional power for the Bison lineup. Defensively, NDSU maintains a .975 fielding percentage anchored by its infielders.
In head-to-head matchups since 2003, Air Force leads Northern Colorado 35-30; their last meeting ended in an Air Force win (18-6) on March 31. Against North Dakota State since 2003, NDSU holds a slight edge at 33-21; UNC won their most recent contest (6-4) last April in Fargo.
