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IHSA Boys Baseball Tournament Records

Last updated on February 27, 2009.

Index of this file

Individual Batting
At Bats
Hits
Runs
Runs Batted In
Doubles
Triples
Home Runs
Walks
Stolen Bases
Sacrifice Flies
Sacrifice Bunts
Batting Average

At Bats

Most At Bats, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 8, Caleb Ruyle, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (3 for 8)
CLASS 2A: 6, By severall players, 2008
CLASS 3A: 7, Jake Heckman, Crystal Lake (Central), 2008 (4-3)
7, Tim Jaobs, Rock Falls, 2008 (4-3)
CLASS 4A: 8, Drew Golz, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (4-4)
8, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (4-4)
8, Joe Kelty, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 14, Greg Einhorn, Teutopolis, 2000 (6 for 14)
CLASS AA: 14, Rich Melton, Morton, 1984 (7 of 14)
SINGLE-CLASS: 14, Chuck Leve, Northbrook (Glenbrook North), 1966

Most At Bats, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 5, David Parkinson, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 2A: 3, by many, 2008
CLASS 3A: 4, by many, 2008
CLASS 4A: 4, by several players, 2008
CLASS A: 6, Steve Pawlak, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Nashville, 1994 semifinal
6, Jason Mika, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Nashville, 1994 semifinal
CLASS AA: 5, by many
SINGLE-CLASS: 6, by many

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 4, Caleb Ruyle, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 (2 for 4)
4, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 (2 for 4)
CLASS 2A: 3, by several, 2008
CLASS 3A: 4, Shane Blair, Rock Falls vs. Highland, 2008 (1 for 4)
CLASS 4A: 4, by several, 2008
CLASS A: 5, Eric Duke, Mendota vs. Dupo, 1996 (4 for 5)
5, Rich Gaspari, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Pleasant Plains, 2000 (2 for 5)
5, Joe Albsmeyer, Pleasant Plains vs. Addison (Driscoll), 2000 (1 for 5)
5, Bo Gum, Pleasant Plains vs. Addison (Driscoll), 2000 (2 for 5)
CLASS AA: 5, Toby Davis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988
5, Jamie Taylor, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988
5, Tom Price, Edwardsville (H.S.) vs. Joliet (Catholic), 1990
5, Tom Snyder, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. Belleville (West), 1992
5, Matt Winton, Elmhurst (York) vs. Morris, 1993
5, Brad Schmid, Elmhurst (York) vs. Morris, 1993
5, Scott Metz, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Aurora (Waubonsie Valley), 1996
5, John Komacki, Schaumburg vs. Lockport (Twp.), 1997
5, Greg Blaesing, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Schaumburg, 1997
5, Cheris Thedorf, St. Charles (H.S.) vs. Winnetka (New Trier), 1999
5, Matt Bolt, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Rockford (Boylan), 2003
5, Kevin Diete, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Rockford (Boylan), 2003
5, Brian Davis, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Rockford (Boylan), 2003

Hits

Most Hits, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 6, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (6 hits, 6 ab)
4, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (4 hits, 7 ab)
4, Sam Hodges, Marissa, 2008 (4 hits, 7 ab)
CLASS 2A: 2, by many, 2008
CLASS 3A: 3, Steve Cservenyak, Joliet (Catholic), 2008 (2-1)
3, Tim Jacobs, Rock Falls, 2008 (1-2)
3, Nate Minarich, Joliet (Catholic), 2008 (1-2)
3, Dan Gifford, Highland, 2008 (0-3)
CLASS 4A: 6, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (6 hits, 8 ab)
CLASS A: 8, Eric Duke, Mendota, 1996 (8 for 13)
CLASS AA: 10, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier) , 1999 (10 for 11)
SINGLE-CLASS: 9, Mike Lavazza, Joliet (Central), 1975

Most Hits, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 3, Josh Nichols, Tuscola vs. Marissa, 2008 semifinals (3 for 4)
3, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 title game (3 for 3)
3, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Granville (Putnam County), 2008 semifinals (3 for 4)
3, Sam Hodges, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals (3 for 4)
3, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals (3 for 3)
CLASS 2A: 2, by many
CLASS 3A: 3, Dan Gifford, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008 title game
CLASS 4A: 4, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008 semiifinal
CLASS A: 4, John Hopson, Camp Point (Central) vs. Normal (University), 1979 semifinal
4, Troy Redfern, Litchfield vs. Maroa (M.-Forsyth), 1985 quarterfinal
4, John Baxmeyer, Waterloo (H.S.) vs. Peru (St. Bede), 1988 semifinal
4, Heath Cunningham, Anna (A.-Jonesboro) vs. Manito (Forman), 1989 quarterfinal
4, Rich McGuire, Freeburg vs. Argenta (A.-Oreana), 1989 semifinal
4, Tim Pruett, Freeburg vs. Kankakee (McNamara), 1989 title game
4, Jude Booth, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Dunlap, 1991 quarterfinal
4, Lou Leon, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Harrisburg, 1992 title game
4, Brent King, Harrisburg vs. Peru (St. Bede), 1992 quarterfinal
4, Josh Lumbreras, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Nashville, 1994 semifinal
4, Josh Beenders, Roanoke (R.-Benson) vs. Stronghurst (Southern), 1995 quarterfinal
4, Eric Duke, Mendota vs. Dupo, 1996 quarterfinals
4, Shayne New, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Rock Island (Alleman), 1997 semifinal
4, Lance McMillan, Normal (University) vs. Carmi (C.-White County), 1998 quarterfinals
4, Tim Marks, Herscher vs. Metropolis (Massac County), 1999 semifinal (4 for 5)
4, Jeff Darnall, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 2002 semifinal
4, Mallory Toliver, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Braidwood (Reed Center), 2003 semifinal
4, Mallory Toliver, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Braidwood (Reed Center), 2003 semifinal
CLASS AA: 4, Phil Conreaux, Edwardsville (H.S.) vs. Collinsville, 1980 semifinal
4, Ron Yoder, Morton vs. Burbank (Reavis) (4 for 4), 1984 title game
4, Corey Downs, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. New Lenox (Providence Catholic), 1986 quarterfinal
4, Matt Burcar, New Lenox (Providence Catholic) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1986 quarterfinal
4, Brett Plaskas, Barrington vs. Springfield (Griffin), 1987 title game
4, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington (4 for 5), 1988 title game
4, David Rydberg, Machesney Park (Harlem) vs. Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991 quarterfinal
4, Cliff Floyd, South Holland (Thornwood) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1991 semifinal
4, Tom Snyder, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. Lockport (Twp.), 1992 semifinal
4, Brian Weiskopf, Woodstock vs. Lockport (Twp.), 1992 third place
4, Joe O'Brien, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Morton, 1994 title game
4, Adrian Lomeli, South Holland (Thornwood) vs. Chicago (Lane), 1994 third place
4, Rob Fischer, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Chicago (Lane), 1996 (quarterfinals)
4, Craig Moreland, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Orland Park (Sandburg), 1996 quarterfinals
4, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier) vs. Tinley Park (Andrew), 1999 semifinal (4 for 4)
4, Andrew Gelber, Winnetka (New Trier) vs. Palatine (Fremd), 2000 semifinal
4, Nathan Linn, Moline vs. Chicago (Lane), 2000 quarterfinals
4, Jim Cassidy, Orland Park (Sandburg) vs. Glen Ellyn (Glenbard West), 2002 quarterfinal (4 for 4)
4, Adam Varassi, Crytstal Lake (Central) vs. Rockford (Boylan), 2003 quarterfinal (4 for 4)
4, Tony DiMonte, Barrington vs. Springfield (Sacred Heart-Griffin), 2005 quarterfinals (4 for 4)
4, Cole Tyrell, Minooka vs. Rockford (Boylan), 2006 quarterfinal (4 for 4)
SINGLE-CLASS: 4, by many

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 3, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 (3 for 3)
CLASS 2A: 2, Joran Parr, Chillicothe Iillinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 3, Dan Gifford, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008
2, Bobby Martin, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 4, Tim Pruett, Freeburg vs. Kankakee (McNamara), 1989
4, Lou Leon, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Harrisburg, 1992
CLASS AA: 4, Ron Yoder, Morton (4 for 4), 1984
4, Brett Plaskas, Barrington vs. Springfield (Griffin) (4 for 4), 1987
4, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988
4, Joe O'Brien, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Morton, 1994
SINGLE-CLASS: 4, Bob Dixon, Champaign (9 innings), 1940
4, Barney Elser, Belleville (West), 1947

Most Consecutive Hits, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 6, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (3 cons. hits vs. Granville (Putnam County); 3 for 3 vs. Marissa)
CLASS A: 7, Eric Duke, Mendota, 1996 (4 in quarterfinals, 3 in semis)
CLASS AA: 7, Matt Lottich, New Trier (Winnetka), 1999 (4 for 4 in semis, 3 for 3 in title game)
7, Jim Cassidy, Orland Park (Sandburg), 2002 (4 for 4 in quarterfinals, 3 for 3 for semis)
6, Cliff Floyd, South Holland (Thornwood), 1991AA (4 for 4 in semis, 2 for 2 in title game)

Runs

Most Runs, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 4, Ben Heinemann, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (1-3)
3, Sam Hodges, Marissa, 2008 (2-1)
3, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt_, 2008 (2-1)
CLASS 2A: 2, Josh Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
2, Clint Watkins, Stanford (Olympia), 2008
CLASS 3A: 2, by many, 2008
CLASS 4A: 4, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (4-0)
CLASS A: 7, Pat Morrissey, Alton (Marquette), 1980
7, Rob Stoelzle, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1989
7, Joel Perez, Chillicothe (Ilinois Valley Central), 2006 (2-3-2)
CLASS AA: 8, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier), 1999
7, Kirk Ummel, Morton, 1984
7, Sean Bennis, Elmhurst (York), 1993
7, Jon Overton, Morris, 1995
SINGLE-CLASS: 7, Harry Wilson, Chicago (Lane), 1945
7, John Prinz, Chicago (Lane), 1945
7, Bob Kupeczak, Des Plaines (Maine), 1958
7, Arney Vesley, Cicero (Morton East), 1961
7, Warren Key, Pekin, 1969

Most Runs, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 2, Sam Hodges, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals
2, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Granville (Putnam County), 2008 semifinals
CLASS 2A: 2, Clint Watkins, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008 title game
2, Josh Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Pinckneyville, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 3A: 1, by many, 2008
CLASS 4A: 4, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Wheaton (North), 2008 semifinal
CLASS A: 4, Pat Morrissey, Alton (Marquette) vs. Mt. Carmel, 1980 title game
4, Jay Kyle, Beecher City vs. Beardstown, 1983 quarterfinal
4, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988 title game
4, Guy Goodman, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988 title game
4, Heath Cunningham, Anna (A.-Jonesboro) vs. Manito (Forman), 1989 quarterfinal
4, Dean Suhre, Edwardsville (H.S.) vs. Aurora (West), 1991 semifinal
4, Matt Winton, Elmhurst (York) vs. Burbank (St. Laurence), 1993 semifinal
4, Craig Moreland, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Orland Park (Sandburg), 1996 quarterfinals
4, Shayne New, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Rock Island (Alleman), 1997 semifinals
4, Dusty LePere, Columbia vs. Danville (Schlarman), 2006 quarterfinals
CLASS AA: 4, Nick Trzesniak, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. New Trier (Winnetka), 1999 semifinals
SINGLE-CLASS: 4, by many

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 3, Ben Heinemann, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
CLASS 2A: 2, Clint Watkins, Stanford (Olympic) vs. Chillicothe (Ilinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, by many, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, Nick Martini, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 3, Brad Landgraf, Columbia vs. Cobden, 1987
3, David Kossina, Columbia vs. Cobden, 1987
CLASS AA: 4, Guy Goodman, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988
4, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988

Runs Batted In

Most Runs Batted In, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 7, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (3-4)
4, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa, 2008 (4-0)
4, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (1-3)
CLASS 2A: 4, Garrick Hale, Pinckneyville, 2008 (1-3)
CLASS 3A: 3, Dylan Devries, Rock Falls, 2008 (3-0)
CLASS 4A: 7, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (6-1)
CLASS A: 8, Heath Cunningham, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1989 (4-2-2)
6, Joel Greating, Columbia vs. Danville (Schlarman), 2006 (4-1-1)
CLASS AA: 10, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg, 1988
10, Eric Sternberg, Lockport Twp.), 2005 (0-7-3)

Most Runs Batted In, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 4, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 title game (3-4)
4, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals (4-0)
CLASS 2A: 3, Garrick Hale, Pinckneyville vs. Coal City, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 3A: 3, Dylan Devries, Rock Falls vs. Joliet (Catholic), 2008 semifinals
CLASS 4A: 6, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Wheaton (North), 2008 semifinal
CLASS A: 6, Mark Smith, Lewistown vs. Kankakee (McNamara), 1994 semifinal
6, Josh Beenders, Roanoke (R.-Benson) vs. Stronghurst (Southern), 1995 quarterfinal
CLASS AA: 7, Eric Sternberg, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Barrington, 2005 semifinals
6, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988 title game
6, Justin Halpenny, Elmhurst (York) vs. Winnetka (New Trier), 1993 quarterfinal
6, Ovid Valentin, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Chicago (Clemente), 1995 third place
6, Clay Kovac, Mundelein (H.S.) vs. Chicago (Clemente), 2002 quarterfinal

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 4, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 (1b, 2b)
CLASS 2A: 1, Matt Frahm, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Jacob Hadsall, Stanford (Olympic) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Matt Flynn, Stanford (Olympic) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Jordan Gaithers, Stanford (Olympic) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 2, Jake Junis, Rock Falls vs. Highland, 2008
2, Corey Gall, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
2, Dan Gifford, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, TJ Swank, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) xsvs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 5, Dusty Bensko, Pleasant Plains vs. Addison (Driscoll), 2000 (grand slam, solo HR)
4, Joel Perez, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Trenton (Wesclin), 2006
CLASS AA: 6, Doug Sholtis, Galesburg vs. Barrington, 1988

Doubles

Most Doubles, Tournament

CLASS 3A: 1, by severall, 2008
CLASS 1A: 1, by several, 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Andrew Batek, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Joel Lardi, Coal City, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 4, Tony Pena, Kankakee (McNamara), 1994
4, Alex Urbas, Williamsville, 2005
CLASS AA: 3, Ed Hernandez, Hillside (Proviso West), 1979
3, Howard Patton, Darien (Hinsdale South), 1982
3, J.J. Scerba, Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991
3, Mike Olson, Tinley Park (Andrew), 1992
3, Jason Werth, Chatham (Glenwood), 1996
3, Zach Minor, Moline, 2000
3, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier), 2000
3, Mike Nilles, Mundelein (H.S.), 2002
3, Mathew Brewer, LaGrange (Lyons), 2003
SINGLE-CLASS: 4, Barney Elser, Belleville (West), 1947

Most Doubles, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, by severall
CLASS 2A: 1, Joel Lardi, Coal City vs. Stanford (Olympia), 2008 semifinal
1, Andrew Batek, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Stanford (Olympia), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, by several, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, by several, 2008
CLASS A: 2, Marco Rodriguez, Chicago (St. Benedict) vs. Roanoke (R.-Benson), 1987
2, Kevin Wheelwright, Roanoke (R.-Benson) vs. Chicago (St. Benedict), 1987
2, Chad Albano, Argenta (A.-Oreana) vs. Freeburg, 1989 semifinal
2, Kevin Hassett, Kankakee (McNamara) vs. Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1989 semifinal
2, Tim Pruett, Freeburg vs. Kankakee (McNamara), 1989 title game
2, Steve Diehl, Dupo vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1990 quarterfinal
2, Jim Raddatz, Effingham (St. Anthony) vs. Gillespie, 1991 quarterfinal
2, Joe Beard, Harrisburg vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1992 title game
2, Jon Davis, Harrisburg vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1992 title game
2, Tony Pena, Kankakee (McNamara) vs. Nashville, 1994 third place
2, Jason Aspito, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Carmi (C.-White County), 1994 quarterfinal
2, Luke Harms, Pleasant Plains vs. Harrisburg, 1995 third place
2, Justin Chism, Dupo vs. Normal (University), 1996 semifinals
2, Mike Wisniewski, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Teutopolis, 1997 quaeterfinals
2, Erik Rich, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Ottawa (Marquette), 1999 quarterfinal
2, Tim Sierak, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Teutopolis, 2000 semifinals
2, Jeremy Fisher, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Teutopolis, 2000 semifinals
2, Robbie Murphy, Wilmington vs. Fairbury (Prairie Central), June 7, 2003 semifinal
2, Devin Henkel, Mendota vs. Fairbury (Prairie Central), June 7, 2003 third place
2, Alex Urbas, Williamsville vs. Woodstock (Marian), 2005 quarterfinals
2, Eric Gentz, Trenton (Wesclin) vs. Columbia, 2006 semifinal
CLASS AA: 2, by many
2, Mark Sepko, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Moline semifinal
2, Brian Bucciarelli, Palatine (Fremd) vs. Moline, 3rd place game
2, Zach Minor, Moline vs. Chicago (Lane), 2000 quarterfinal
2, Jim Keating, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2001 semifinal
2, Nick Tantillo, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. Bartonville (Limestone), 2002 quarterfinal
2, Lennell McGee, Chicago (Mt. Carmel) vs. Bartonville (Limestone), 2005 semifinals
2, Ryan Murray, Barrington vs. Bartonville (Limestone), 2005 third place
SINGLE-CLASS: 3, Barney Elser, Belleville (West) vs. Peoria (Woodruff), 1947 title game

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, Tim Denney, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
1, Devin Vaughn, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
1, Nick Cosgriff, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Andrew Batek, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Stanford (Olympia), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Corey Gall, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008
CLASS A: 2, Tim Pruett, Freeburg vs. Kankakee (McNamara), 1989
2, Joe Beard, Harrisburg vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1992
2, Jon Davis, Harrisburg vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1992
2, Travis Brown, Herscher vs. Teutopolis, 1999
CLASS AA: 2, Ron Jefferson, Chicago (Fenger) vs. Barrington, 1986
2, Paul Feichtinger, South Holland (Thornwood) vs. Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991
2, Mike Olson, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. Belleville (West), 1992
SINGLE-CLASS: 3, Barney Elser, Belleville (West), 1947

Triples

Most Triples, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 1, Ben Heinemann, Jacksonville, 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Jordan Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Dan Gifford, Highland, 2008
1, Nate Minarich, Joliet (Catholic), 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, by several, 2008
CLASS A: 2, Doug Giles, Beecher City, 1983
2, Gary Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic), 1984
2, Les Norman, Braidwood (Reed-Custer), 1985
2, T.J. Mathews, Columbia, 1987
2, John Baxmeyer, Waterloo (H.S.), 1988
2, Sean Clark, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1989
2, Brian Bohl, Pleasant Plains, 1995
2, Kevin Tyrrell, Lombard (Montini), 2002
CLASS AA: 2, Mark Serkland, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1981
2, Todd Ummel, Morton, 1984
2, Mark Levin, Barrington, 1986
2, Ovid Valentin, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1995
2, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier), 1999
2, Joe Van Tassel, Joliet (Catholic), 2000
2, Steve Lieberman, Mundelein (H.S.), 2002
2, Eric Sternberg, Lockport (Twp.), 2005
2, Mike McQuillan, Chicago (St. Rita), 2007
SINGLE-CLASS: 3, Mike Rainer, Alton (Sr.), 1972
3, Ray Burucki, Skokie (Niles West), 1975

Most Triples, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, Ben Heinemann, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008 title game
CLASS 2A: 1, Jordan Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Pinckneyville, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 3A: 1, Dan Gifford, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008 title game
1, Nate Minarich, Highland vs. Joliet (Catholic), 2008 third place
CLASS 4A: 1, Kyle Glancy, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Wheaton (North), 2008
1, T.J. Swank, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 title game
CLASS A: 2, John Baxmeyer, Waterloo (H.S.) vs. Peru (St. Bede), 1988 semifinal
2, Sean Clark, Anna (A.-Jonesboro) vs. Manito (Forman), 1989 quarterfinal
2, Brian Bohl, Pleasant Plains vs. DuQuoin, 1995 quarterfinal
2, Kevin Tyrrell, Lombard (Montini) vs. Rock Falls, 2002 quarterfinals
CLASS AA: 1, by many
SINGLE-CLASS: 2, Carl Linhart, Granite City vs. New Athens (9 innings), 1948 title game
2, Bob Schuchmann, Maywood (Proviso) vs. Bloomington (H.S.) (9 innings), 1953 title game
2, Mike Rainier, Alton (Sr.) vs. Granville (Putnam County), 1972 quarterfinal

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, Ben Heinemann, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
CLASS 2A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Dan Gifford, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, T.J. Swank, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 1, by many
CLASS AA: 1, by many
SINGLE-CLASS: 2, Carl Linhart, Granite City (9 innings), 1948
2, Bob Schuchmann, Maywood (Proviso) (9 innings), 1953

Home Runs

Most Home Runs, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 1, by many
CLASS 2A: 1, Bill Seiler, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Matt Flynn, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Coal City, 2008
1, Garrick Gale, Pinckneyville, 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Jarred Hippen, Rock Falls, 2008
1, Dylan Devries, Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 2, Bob Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic), 1981
2, Dan Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic), 1981
2, Tom Seibers, New Lenox (Providence), 1982
2, Dusty Bensko, Pleasant Plains, 2000
2, Ross Lobosco, Freeburg, 2002
2, Alex Urbas, Williamsville, 2005
CLASS AA: 3, Kirk Ummel, Morton, 1984
2, Mark Serkland, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1981
2, Mark Levin, Barrington, 1986
2, Ovid Valentin, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 1995
2, Bret Pignatiello, Tinley Park (Andrew), 1999
2, Josh Perkins, Bradley (B.-Bourbonnais), 2001
2, Clay Kovac, Mundelein (H.S.), 2002
2, Eric Sternberg, Lockport (Twp.), 2005

Most Home Runs, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, by many
CLASS 2A: 1, Bill Seiler, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Pinckneyville, 2008 semifinal
1, Garrick Hale, Pinckneyville vs. Coal City, 2008 third place game
1, Matt Flynn, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Coal City, 2008 semiifinal
CLASS 3A: 1, Jarred Hippen, Rock Falls vs. Joliet (Catholic), 2008 semifinal
1, Dylan Devries, Rock Falls vs. Joliet (Catholic), 2008 semifinal
CLASS 4A: 2, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Wheaton (North), 2008
CLASS A: 2, Dusty Bensko, Pleasant Plains vs. Addison (Driscoll), 2000 title game
2, Ross Lobosco, Freeburg vs. Lombard (Montini), 2002 semifinal
2, Alex Urbas, Williamsville vs. Teutopolis, 2005 third place game
CLASS AA: 2, Tom Hildebrand, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest) vs. Lincoln, 1981 quarterfinal
2, Kirk Ummel, Morton vs. Taylorville, 1984 semifinal
SINGLE-CLASS: 2 (consecutive), Vic Pagel, Des Plaines (Maine) vs. Chicago (Tuley), 1958 quarterfinal

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, David Parkinson, Marissa vs. Jacksonville (Routt), 2008
CLASS 2A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS 3A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS 4A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS A: 2, Dusty Bensko, Pleasant Plains vs. Addison (Driscoll), 2000
1, Jim Scott, Normal (University), 1979
1, Jim Fischer, Alton (Marquette), 1979
1, Tom Siebers, New Lenox (Providence), 1982
1, Eric Zaleski, Addison (Driscoll), 1994
1, Tony Bertolo, Roanoke (R.-Benson), 1995
1, Sean Lyons, Byron, 1995
1, Dan Falcon, Mendota vs. Dupo, 1996
1, Matt Wendelken, Mendota vs. Dupo, 1996
1, Jacob Bayers, Freeburg vs. Stanford (Olympia), 2002
1, Adam, Quincy (Notre Dame) vs. Harrisbur4g, 2004
1, Michael Schuessler, Harrisburg vs. Quincy (Notre Dame), 2004.
CLASS AA: 1, Scott Jones, Darien (Hinsdale South), 1982
1, Mike Bolin, Springfield (Griffin) vs. Barrington, 1987
1, Brian Allaria, Edwardsville (H.S.) vs. South Holland (Thornwood), 1991
1, J.J. Scerba, Edwardsville (H.S.) vs. South Holland (Thornwood), 1991
1, Sam Antkiewicz, South Holland (Thornwood) vs. Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991
1, Greg Blaesing, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Schaumburg, 1997
1, Joe Van Tassel, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Winnetka (New Trier), 2000
1, Josh Perkins, Bradley (B.-Bourbonnais) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2001
SINGLE-CLASS: 1, by many

Walks

Most Walks, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 3A: 2, Jarred Hippen, Rock Falls vs. Highland, 2008 title game
CLASS 4A: 3, Ryan Wagner, Naperville (Neuqua Valley) vs. Wheaton (North), 2008 third place
CLASS A: 3, Dusty Bensko, Pleasant Plains vs. Eldorado, 2000 semifinals
CLASS AA: 3, Eric Jones, St. Charles (East) vs. Edwardsdville (H.S.), 2002 quarterfinal
SINGLE-CLASS: 4 (all intentional), Willie Thompson, North Chicago vs. East St. Louis (Sr.), 1955 semifinal
4, Mike Schneider, Lincoln vs. Aurora (West), 1973 quarterfinal
4, Steve Hensly, Chicago (Hubbard) vs. Galesburg, 1973 quarterfinal

Stolen Bases

Most Stolen Bases, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 5, Joe Zeller, Jacksonvillle (Routt), 2008 (4-1)
CLASS 2A: 1, by severall, 2008
CLASS 3A: 3, Jake Odorizzi, Highland, 2008 (1-2)
CLASS 4A: 3, Bobby Martin, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008 Bobby Martin, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008
CLASS A: 7, Rob Stoelzle, Anna (A.-Jonesboro),
CLASS AA: 5, Mark Little, Edwardsville (H.S.), 1990
5, Jon Overton, Morris, 1995

Most Stolen Bases, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 4, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Granville (Putnam County), 2008 semifinals
CLASS 2A: 1, Matt Flynn, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), title game
1, Chase Hainline, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Coal City, 2008 semifinal
1, Spencer Pratt, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008 title game
1, Brandon Hardin, Pinckneyville vs. Coal City, 2008 third place
1, Josh Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) vs. Pinckneyville, 2008 semifinal
CLASS 3A: 2, Jake Odorizzi, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008 title game
CLASS 4A: 2, Bobby Martin, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 title game
CLASS A: 3, David Carlton, Vienna vs. Alton (Marquette), 1978 quarterfinal
3, Mark Hanson, Aurora (Central Catholic) vs. Wolf Lake (Shawnee), 1981 semifinal
3, Gary Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic) vs. Beecher City, 1983 title game
3, Rob Stoelzle, Anna (A.-Jonesboro) vs. Manito (Forman), 1989 quarterfinal
3, Rob Stoelzle, Anna (A.-Jonesboro) vs. Argenta (A.-Oreana), 1989, third place
3, Josh Market, Dupo vs. Piasa (Southwestern), 1990 semifinal
3, Steve Diehl, Dupo vs. Piasa (Southwestern), 1990 semifinal
3, DaRond Stovall, Belleville (Althoff) vs. Effingham (St. Anthony), 1991 semifinal
3, Lou Leon, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Danville (Schlarman) 1992 semifinal
3, Alan Kuchefski, Danville (Schlarman) vs. Quincy (Notre Dame), 1992
3, Scott Graham, Lewistown vs. Argenta (A.-Oreana), 1994 quarterfinal
3, Johnny King, Teutopolis vs. Pleasant Plains, 1999 quarterfinal
CLASS AA: 4, Lance Aten, Galesburg vs. Lisle (Benet), 1989 quarterfinal
4, Jon Overton, Morris vs. Chatham (Glenwood), 1995 title game
SINGLE-CLASS: 4, Loui Elko, Streator vs. Peoria (Manual), 1942 semifinal
4, Stuart Arnold, Macon vs. Chicago (Lane), 1971 semifinal
4, Mike Lindal, Libertyville vs. Albion (Edwards County), 1976 quarterfinal

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 2, Scott Lindsey, Jacksonville (Routt) vs. Marissa, 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Matt Flynn, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
1, Spencer Pratt, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 2, Jake Odorizzi, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 2, Bobby Martin, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 3, Pat Morrissey, Alton (Marquette), 1980
3, Dan Morrissey, Alton (Marquette), 1980
3, Gary Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic), 1983
CLASS AA: 4, Jon Overton, Morris vs. Chatham (Glenwood), 1995

Sacrifice Flies

Most Sacrifice Flies, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 2, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa, 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Chase Hainline, Stanford (Olympia), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Dave Cladis, Joliet (Catholic), 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, Nolan Jacoby, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008
CLASS A: 2, John Thomas, Lexington, 1990
2, Chad Regnier, Kankakee (McNamara), 1994
2, Josh Althoff, Teutopolis, 2000
2, Eric Gentz, Trenton (Wesclin), 2006
CLASS AA: 2, John Droste, Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991
2, Steve Lieberman, Mundelein (H.S.), 2002

Most Sacrifice Flies, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 2, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa vs. Tuscola, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 2A: 1, Chase HGainline, Stan ford (Olympia) vs. Coal City, 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Dave Cladis, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Crystal Lake (Central), 2008 third place
CLASS 4A: 1, Nolan Jacoby, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 title game
CLASS A: 1, by many
CLASS AA: 1, by many

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, David Parkinson, Marissa vs. Jacksonville (Routt), 2008
1, Craig Place, Marissa vs. Jacksonville (Routt), 2008
CLASS 2A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS 3A: 0, none to date, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, Nolan Jacoby, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 1, Gary Kipper, Aurora (Central Catholic), 1983
1, Brian DuBois, Braidwood (Reed-Custer), 1985
1, Les Norman, Braidwood (Reed-Custer), 1985
1, Mike Gladson, Marissa, 1986
1, Keith Schlessinger, Freeburg, 1989
1, Brad Gentry, Freeburg, 1989
1, Kevin Therien, Lexington, 1990
1, Tim Eldridge, Steeleville, 1993
1, Greg Glick, Lewistown, 1993
1, Chad Weber, Roanoke (R.-Benson), 1995
1, Ryan Hove, Herscher vs. Teutopolis, 1999
1, Ed Spychalski, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Pleasant Plains, 2000
1, Brett Lettenberger, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Pleasant Plains, 2000
1, Ryan Kendrick, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Freeburg, 2002
1, Eric Dillon, Wilmington vs. Harrisburg, 2003
1, Ryan Straley, Quincy (Notre Dame) vs. Harrisburg, 2004
1, Eric Gentz, Trenton vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2006
CLASS AA: 1, Kyle Rooker, Peoria (Richwoods), 1978
1, Sam Kent, Morton vs. Burbank (Reavis), 1984
1, Tom Zeko, Burbank (Reavis) vs. Morton, 1984
1, Tim Jackson, Oak Forest vs. Springfield (H.S.), 1985
1, Dan Wilson, Barrington vs. Chicago (Fenger), 1986
1, Ken Howes, South Holland (Thornwood) vs. Edwardsville (H.S.), 1991
1, Mark Raciti, Morris vs. Elmhurst (York), 1993
1, Justin Olson, Morris vs. Elmhurst (York), 1993
1, Scott Parker, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Morton, 1994
1, Kevin Quinn, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Morton, 1994
1, Paul Marconi, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Morris, 1995
1, Aaron Fox, Morris vs. Chatham (Glenwood), 1995
1, Cole Wright, Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) vs. Chatham (Glenwood), 1996
1, Robert Brock, Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) vs. Chatham (Glenwood), 1996
1, Brad Zoelle, St. Charles (H.S.) vs. New Trier (Winnetrka), 1999
1, Eric Dzierwa, Orland Park (Sandburg) vs. Edwardsville (H.S.), 2002
1, Eric Bryant, Rockford (Boylan) vs. LaGrange (Lyons), 2003
1, Dan Fritz, Winnetka (New Trier) vs. Naperville (Neuqua Valley), 2007

Sacrifice Bunts

Most Sacrifice Bunts, Tournament

CLASS 1A: 1, by many, 2008
CLASS 2A: 2, Chris Razo, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, by many, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, David Mitroff, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), 2008
CLASS A: 3, Christian Pfluger, Lombard (Montini), 2002
2, Chris Hall, Lexington, 1990
2, Randall Trout, Carmi (C.-White County), 1993
2, Ben Quigley, Kankakee (McNamara), 1994
2, Tim Cameron, Nashville, 1994
2, Scott Vancil, Williamsville, 1997
2, Jon Leslie, Ottawa (Marquette), 1999
2, Ryan Witges, Teutopolis, 2000
2, Rich Gaspari, Addison (Driscoll), 2000
2, James Potter, Eldorado, 2000
2, Robbie Murphy, Wilmington, 2004
2, Richie Derbak, Trenton (Wesclin), 2006
CLASS AA: 4, Jeff Berta, Morton, 1984

Most Sacrifice Bunts, Game

STATE TOURNAMENT GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, by many
CLASS 2A: 2, Chris Razo, Chillicothe (llinois Valley Central) vs. Pinckneyville, 2008 semifinals
CLASS 3A: 1, by several, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, David Mitroff, Crystal Lake (rairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 2, Ted Tonielli, New Lenox (Providence) vs. New Athens, 1978 title game
2, Steve Burton, Herscher vs. Alton (Marquette), 1983 quarterfinal
2, Todd Zinn, Aurora (Central Catholic) vs. Alton (Marquette), 1984 title game
2, John Bohr, Aurora (Central Catholic) vs. Effingham (St. Anthony), 1984 semifinal
2, Tim Cameron, Nashville vs. Addison (Driscoll), 1994 semifinal
2, Rhett Hughes, Harrisburg vs. Mendota, 2003 semifinal
CLASS AA: 2, Kevin Trochelman, Hillside (Proviso West) vs. Mt. Carmel, 1979 title game
2, Terry Smith, Peoria (Spalding) vs. Springfield (Griffin), 1982 quarterfinal
2, Jeff Berta, Morton vs. Belleville (West), 1984 quarterfinal
2, Jeff Berta, Morton vs. Taylorville, 1984 semifinal
2, Matt Otteman, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Schaumburg, 2005 quarterfinals

TITLE GAME

CLASS 1A: 1, Andrew Vasquez, Marissa vs. Jacksonville (Routt), 2008
CLASS 2A: 1, Matt Frahm, Stanford (Olympia) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2008
CLASS 3A: 1, Brent Kuper, Highland vs. Rock Falls, 2008
CLASS 4A: 1, David Mitroff, Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge) vs. Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008
CLASS A: 2, Todd Zinn, Alton (Marquette), 1984
2, Josh Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), 2006
CLASS AA: 2, Kevin Trochelman, Hillside (Proviso West), 1979

Batting Average

Highest Batting Average, Tournament

(minimum 2 at bats per game)
CLASS 1A: .857, Joe Zeller, Jacksonville (Routt), 2008 (6 hits for 7 ab)
CLASS 2A: .500, Jordan Parr, Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central) (3 for 6)
.500, Chase Hainline, Stanford (Olympia), 2008 (2 for 4)
.500, Josh Parr, Chillicothe (Illlinois Valley Central), 2008 (3 for 6)
CLASS 3A: .500, Dan Gifford, Highland, 2008 (3 hits, 6 ab)
.500, Nate Minarich, Joliet (Catholic), 2008 (3 hits, 6 ab)
.500, Steve Cserenyak, Joliet (Catholic), 2008 (3 hits, 6 ab)
CLASS 4A: .750, Jo Jo Maldanado, Oak Park (O.P.-River Forest), 2008 (6 hits for 8 ab)
CLASS A: .750, Brian Steele, Argenta (A.-Oreana), 1989 (6 for 8)
.714, Ryan Gray, Eldorado, 1985 (5 for 7)
.714, T.J. Kistner, Quincy (Notre Dame), 2004 (5 for 7)
.667, Gary Kipper, Aurora (Central), 1984 (6 for 9)
.625, Colin Vaughan, Fairbury (Prairie Central), 2003 (5 for 8)
.625, Paul Ritzheimer, Trenton (Wesclin), 2006 (5 for 8)
CLASS AA: 1.000, Adam Varassi, Crystal Lake (Central), 2003 (4 for 4)
.909, Matt Lottich, Winnetka (New Trier), 1999 (10 for 11)
.857, Cliff Floyd, South Holland (Thornwood), 1991 (6 for 7)
.833, Cole Tyrell, Minooka, 2006 (5 for 6)
.710, Matt Otteman, Lockport (Twp.), 2005 (4 for 7)
.710, Luke Kerley, Bartonville (Limestone), 2005 (4 for 7)
.636, Eric Steinberg, Lockport (Twp.), 2005 (7 for 11)