Nebraska Legion Baseball Class B State Champions

Elkhorn — The 2016 Elkhorn High School baseball team delivered one of the most accomplished seasons in program and Class B state history. Finishing 28–6, this team combined elite pitching, explosive offense, and clutch performances to capture the Class B State Championship and establish records that still stand today. Their championship run, conference dominance, and individual achievements set a lasting standard for excellence in Elkhorn baseball.

Season Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Team Record: 28–6

  • Class B State Champions

  • EMC Conference Champions (2016)

  • School Record: 12 consecutive wins

  • Team Batting Average: .348

  • Team ERA: 1.63

State Tournament Results

  • Defeated Waverly – 8–4

  • Defeated Norris – 8–2

  • Defeated Skutt – 10–5

  • Defeated Blair – 5–1

  • Championship Game: Defeated Skutt 4–3 in 8 innings

    • Walk-off hit by Joe Roecker

Class B State Records (Also Program Records)

  • Most wins in a season: 28

  • Most hits in a season: 336

  • Most doubles in a season: 66

  • Most hits in a season (individual): 58 – Drew Smith

Current Program & Career Records 

  • Drew Smith

    • Most runs scored in a season – 46

    • Career runs leader – 115

    • Career hits leader – 163

    • Career batting average leader – .428

  • Jacob Uhing

    • Most wins in a season – 10

  • Ben Morock

    • Career ERA leader – 1.73

  • Joe Roecker

    • Career strikeout leader – 171

This historic season showcased a rare combination of team success, individual excellence, and unforgettable moments, firmly cementing the 2016 team as one of the greatest in Elkhorn High School baseball history.

That 2016 team set the standard for what Elkhorn baseball is all about. They trusted each other, competed every single day, and never backed down from a moment—no matter how big the stage. The talent was special, but what truly made them champions was their work ethic, unselfishness, and belief in one another. That group will always hold a special place in our program’s history.