East Leyden High School standout Jeff Ripka’s college team won in NCAA Division III baseball game on Saturday, March 29

Jeff Ripka

By West Cook News

Mar 30, 2025

On Saturday, March 29, former East Leyden High School standout Jeff Ripka’s current college team, the Knox Prairie Fire, won 9-8 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Ripon Red Hawks.

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

The Fire’s next game is scheduled for Sunday, March 30 at 12 p.m. at Blodgett Field against Ripon Red Hawks.

Jeff Ripka

Catcher and pitcher

Junior

6′2″

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