East Leyden High School standout Jeff Ripka’s college team lost in NCAA Division III baseball game on Sunday, March 30

Jeff Ripka

By West Cook News

Mar 31, 2025

On Sunday, March 30, former East Leyden High School standout Jeff Ripka’s current college team, the Knox Prairie Fire, lost 16-5 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Ripon Red Hawks.

The game took place at Blodgett Field. This was their third matchup against the Red Hawks this season.

The Fire’s next game is scheduled for Saturday, April 5 at 12 p.m. at Blodgett Field against Illinois Blue Boys.

Jeff Ripka

Catcher and pitcher

Junior

6′2″

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