Division III District Playoffs

2026 NCBA Division III Post-Season Format

2026 District Playoffs will take place May 1-3  The NCBA makes every effort to host each District Playoff in a location that is neutrally geographic for all teams that make up the region.  Sites do change from year to year, so be sure to check back often as location and tournament updates will be posted as soon as specifics are finalized.
Division III within the NCBA is broken down into 4 Districts.  Each District Playoff will feature 4 teams in a double elimination style tournament.
All 4 District Playoff winners will move onto the 2026 Division III World Series.
All District Playoff Brackets:CLICK HERE

2026 Information will be announced soon!

 

District I Playoff

Date: May 1st – May 3rd, 2026

Location:  Berkeley Heights, NJ

Facility:  Snyder Avenue Park

Address:   240 Snyder Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

Notes: Snyder Avenue Park is the home field of Rutgers Club Baseball and is located about a half hour from Rutgers’ campus in Piscataway. The field was recently converted from a grass playing surface to full synthetic turf and also includes brand-new dugouts, bleachers, and a press box.  This will be the first year Snyder Avenue Park is used for an NCBA Playoff event.

District Playoff Bracket: CLICK HERE

District I – West Champion: Rowan

District I – West Runner Up: Lehigh

District I – East Champion: Sacred Heart

District I – East Runner Up: Hofstra

 

 

District II Playoff

Date: May 1st – May 3rd, 2026

Location: Colonial Heights, VA

Facility: Shepherd Stadium

Address: 901 Meridian Ave, Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834

Notes: Shepherd Stadium is the historic home of the Tri-City Chili Peppers, located in Colonial Heights, Virginia. The venue dates back to the 1920s and has been a centerpiece of the local baseball community for nearly a century. Blending classic ballpark charm with modern upgrades, Shepherd Stadium features a recently renovated natural grass playing surface, updated seating, dugouts, and amenities—preserving its rich history while providing a high-quality setting for this NCBA District Championship. This will be the first year Shepherd Stadium is used for an NCBA Playoff Event.

District Playoff Bracket: CLICK HERE

Monday Morning Visit To Shepherd Stadium, Home of the Tri-City Chili Peppers – The Baseball Storyteller

District II – North Champion: Navy

District II – Central Champion: VCU

District II – South Champion: East Tennessee St

District II – At Large Bid: Catholic

 

 

District III Playoff

Date: May 1st – May 3rd, 2026

Location: Butler, PA

Facility: Pullman Park

Address: 100 Pullman Park Pl, Butler, PA 16001

Notes: Pullman Park is a historic baseball stadium in Butler, Pennsylvania, originally built in 1934 and restored in 2008. The ballpark has hosted minor league affiliates of several MLB organizations, including the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates, with legends like Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio playing there. Today, Pullman Park hosts hundreds of games annually, including high school, collegiate, and tournament play, and most recently served as home to the Butler BlueSox of the Tri-State Collegiate League.

District Playoff Bracket: CLICK HERE

Michelle Krill Field at Historic Pullman Park - Wikipedia

District III – West Champion: Robert Morris

District III – West Runner Up: John Carroll

District III – East Champion: York

District III – East Runner Up: Mount St. Mary’s

 

 

District IV Playoff

Date: May 1st – May 3rd, 2026

Location: Deforest, WI

Facility: Ziggy Park Ball Field

Address: 6675 Pederson Crossing Blvd, Deforest, WI, 53532

Notes: Ziggy Park Ball Field is a modern baseball facility located in DeForest, Wisconsin, and serves as a community-centered venue for high school, college, and adult recreational baseball. Opened in 2023, the park features a synthetic turf infield and natural grass outfield, along with professional lighting that allows for evening games. Named in honor of longtime community members Dwight and Bonnie Ziegler. This will be the first year Ziggy Park Ball Field has hosted an NCBA Playoff Event.

District Playoff Bracket: CLICK HERE

Ziggy Park Ball Field: A Lasting Gift to the DeForest & Windsor Communities - Snyder & Associates - Engineers and Planners

District IV – North Champion: Winona State

District IV – East Champion: Adrian

District IV – South Champion: Maryville

District IV – At-Large Bid: UW-Stevens Point

 

Any questions on the format of the NCBA post-season should be directed to the Director of Division III Baseball Operations, Jacob Kortenber @ [email protected]