Baseball fans, it's time to mark your calendars and break out your team gear—the district tournament brackets are here, and the road to Akron is officially set. Released on Sunday, May 10, and Monday, May 11, the draws for all divisions delivered both expected top seeds and a few curveballs that have everyone buzzing.
Unlike other Ohio High School Athletic Association sports that rely on the MaxPreps RPI formula, these final seeds were decided by a coaches' vote. Season records closed at midnight on Wednesday, May 6, meaning any games played after that date—including upcoming regular season matchups—won't impact the postseason order. Seed voting wrapped up later that week, setting the stage for a thrilling playoff run.
District play kicks off on Monday, May 18, with all games leading up to the finals hosted at the higher seed's field. The district finals are scheduled for May 28 and 29 at sites yet to be announced, while regional finals will take place on either June 3 or 4. The ultimate prize? A shot at the state finals at Akron's Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium from June 11-14, though exact dates for each division's semifinals and finals are still pending from the OHSAA.
Here's a breakdown of the notable seeds, matchups, and locations across all seven divisions, with records current as of Sunday, May 10.
Division I
Centerville (19-2) snagged the No. 1 seed in the super bracket, edging out Moeller (15-5) at No. 2. Interestingly, Moeller tops the OHSBCA state rankings, while Centerville sits third—both opted into Region 3 and could face off in a potential regional final. They'll also meet in a regular-season game on May 18 at Centerville. St. Xavier (16-4) earned the three-seed, followed by No. 4 Oak Hills (16-6) and No. 5 Mason (14-9). Beavercreek (16-5) landed at No. 6, and Springboro (15-6) rounds out the top seven. Most top seeds are separated until the regional round, though Oak Hills and Springboro could clash in a district final. Eight teams head to Region 3, with the remaining 17 in Region 4. Region 3's semifinals and finals will be played at Wright State University's Nischwitz Stadium, while Region 4 heads to Miami University's Hayden Park.
Division II
Troy (19-1) earned the one-seed in the 12-team district, setting a high bar. Loveland (17-4) follows at No. 2, with No. 3 Anderson (16-5), No. 4 Edgewood (15-7), and No. 5 Northmont (13-7) close behind. Anderson's placement in Troy's district sets up a potential district final matchup, with the winner advancing through the Central District. All teams will compete in Region 8, though the regional host site is still to be announced.
Division III
Butler (18-3), the state's top-ranked team, earned the one-seed, while Bellbrook (18-3) made a leap to secure a strong position. The competition is fierce, and every game counts as teams battle for a spot in Akron.
Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this is the time to gear up for the action. From underdog stories to powerhouse matchups, the path to the state finals is paved with drama—and we can't wait to see who comes out on top.