Team Comparison
    Ottawa (35-12, 22-11 KCAC) vs. Avila (20-24, 11-22 KCAC)

Ottawa enters on a four-game win streak, while Avila has dropped its last game.

The Braves hold a major edge offensively, hitting .322 with 454 runs and 60 HR, compared to Avila's .273 average, 323 runs, and 44 HR.

Ottawa ranks among the NAIA leaders in multiple categories, including runs (8th), RBI (10th), and extra base hits (9th).

Avila shows solid plate discipline with a .402 OBP and 215 walks, but struggles to match Ottawa's power output.

On the mound, Ottawa has a clear advantage with a 4.84 ERA and .239 opponent batting average, compared to Avila's 9.25 ERA and .319 opponent average.

Ottawa's speed is a difference-maker, ranking 2nd nationally with 215 stolen bases, while Avila has 61 steals on the year.

Series Information. Avila leads the series against the Braves 37-23-1. Ottawa is on a three game winning streak against the Eagles. The Braves took the series in 2025, 3-0 at Alumni Park. OU won game one 10-2, game two, 9-4, and game three 5-4. Ottawa has lost three straight against Avila at The Z. OU's last win in Kansas City, Mo. against Avila was on April 11, 2023, 13-3. The first game between the two teams happened on March 20, 1990 in Ottawa. Avila won the game 10-5. 

Ottawa Individual Notes
    Dylan Snead leads the Braves with a .381 average.
    Jose Vega is a key power bat, hitting .379 with 24 doubles and 9 HR.
    Julis Ryan adds production with a .364 average and 59 RBI

Ottawa's depth shows with multiple hitters above .300, contributing to the team's .322 batting average.

On the mound, the Braves staff holds opponents to a .239 average, one of the best marks in the NAIA.

Avila (AU) Individual Notes
    Tommy English leads AU with a .394 average.
    Dylan Atherton is another top bat, hitting .353 with consistent run production.
    Caden Stillwell provides power with 7 HR and 46 RBI.
    JJ Stubblefield adds pop with 12 HR and 68 RBI, leading the team in extra-base impact.
    AU has a team ERA of 9.00