VALLEY CITY, N.D. – The Valley City State Vikings return home this weekend for a Frontier Conference series against Dickinson State University at Charlie Brown Memorial Field.
The Vikings enter the series at 22-20-1 overall and 9-11-1 in conference play as they continue a competitive stretch in Frontier Conference action. With the regular season winding down, this weekend's matchup carries added importance, as the results will play a key role in determining who secures second place in the conference standings.
Valley City State has been led all season by a balanced offensive attack. Nicholas Senn has provided consistent production in the middle of the lineup, while Cody Wielgosh has helped set the table at the top with steady on-base ability and run scoring. Alexis Velasco and Hunter Logan have also been key contributors, helping keep the lineup deep and productive from top to bottom.
On the mound, Connor Martin anchors the Vikings' pitching staff and has been one of their most reliable starters throughout the season, setting the tone with his ability to work deep into games. Takao Cookson and Grady Shipman have also played important roles in the rotation, while the bullpen has continued to provide depth in conference play.
Dickinson State enters the series as a competitive Frontier opponent, bringing a strong all-around roster into the matchup as both teams look to gain ground in the standings.
The series begins Friday with a doubleheader at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday's games are scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
