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May 14, 2026 - The Lakeshore Chinooks are getting a familiar face back this summer, and he's arriving hotter
than ever.
California shortstop Bubba Heidler is in the middle of a breakout sophomore campaign
at Riverside City College, and his surge couldn't be coming at a better time for his return to
Wisconsin. Hitting a scorching .342 with 30 RBIs through 31 games, Heidler has been a driving
force behind the Tigers' 23-9 record and their push toward the top of the ultra-competitive
Orange Empire Conference.
This isn't just a good... Full Story
April 17, 2026 - There is something different about a hometown player.
The connection runs deeper. The pride hits harder. And when that player battles through adversity and comes back stronger, it gives fans even more reason to rally behind him.
That is exactly what Sam Meidenbauer brings to the Lakeshore Chinooks this summer.
A Waukesha native and Waukesha West graduate, Meidenbauer is not just returning to the Chinooks. He is returning with something to prove.
Fans may remember his earlier stints in 2023 and 2025, where he esta... Full Story
March 30, 2026 - MEQUON, Wis. - The Lakeshore Chinooks are excited to announce the addition of Lee Tunnell as Pitching Coach for the 2026 season.
Tunnell brings a wealth of professional experience to Lakeshore, including time at the Major League level as a pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals, and Minnesota Twins. Following his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and has spent over two decades developing pitchers across professional baseball.
Notably, Tunnell has strong ties to Wisconsin, serving as interi... Full Story
January 12, 2026 - MEQUON, WI - The Lakeshore Chinooks are proud to announce that the 2026 season, the franchise's 14th season, will once again be presented by Kohler Credit Union, marking their third consecutive year as the team's presenting sponsor.
As the Chinooks continue to grow, evolve, and push forward, the partnership with Kohler Credit Union remains a cornerstone of the organization's success, both on and off the field. Since joining the Chinooks family as presenting sponsor, Kohler Credit Union has played a key role in supporting ... Full Story
The Lakeshore Chinooks are a college wood bat baseball team. Based in Mequon, Wisconsin, they are a member of the Northwoods League.
Lakeshore Chinooks News
Red-Hot Return: Bubba Heidler Set to Ignite Chinooks Infield this Summer
May 14, 2026 - The Lakeshore Chinooks are getting a familiar face back this summer, and he's arriving hotter
than ever.
California shortstop Bubba Heidler is in the middle of a breakout sophomore campaign
at Riverside City College, and his surge couldn't be coming at a better time for his return to
Wisconsin. Hitting a scorching .342 with 30 RBIs through 31 games, Heidler has been a driving
force behind the Tigers' 23-9 record and their push toward the top of the ultra-competitive
Orange Empire Conference.
This isn't just a good... Full StoryMore Lakeshore Chinooks stories below
Hometown Grit. Big Bat. Big Comeback. Sam Meidenbauer Returns to the Chinooks
April 17, 2026 - There is something different about a hometown player.
The connection runs deeper. The pride hits harder. And when that player battles through adversity and comes back stronger, it gives fans even more reason to rally behind him.
That is exactly what Sam Meidenbauer brings to the Lakeshore Chinooks this summer.
A Waukesha native and Waukesha West graduate, Meidenbauer is not just returning to the Chinooks. He is returning with something to prove.
Fans may remember his earlier stints in 2023 and 2025, where he esta... Full StoryLakeshore Chinooks Add Former MLB Coach Lee Tunnell as Pitching Coach for 2026
March 30, 2026 - MEQUON, Wis. - The Lakeshore Chinooks are excited to announce the addition of Lee Tunnell as Pitching Coach for the 2026 season.
Tunnell brings a wealth of professional experience to Lakeshore, including time at the Major League level as a pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals, and Minnesota Twins. Following his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and has spent over two decades developing pitchers across professional baseball.
Notably, Tunnell has strong ties to Wisconsin, serving as interi... Full StoryLakeshore Chinooks Set Sail into Season 14, Presented by Kohler Credit Union
January 12, 2026 - MEQUON, WI - The Lakeshore Chinooks are proud to announce that the 2026 season, the franchise's 14th season, will once again be presented by Kohler Credit Union, marking their third consecutive year as the team's presenting sponsor.
As the Chinooks continue to grow, evolve, and push forward, the partnership with Kohler Credit Union remains a cornerstone of the organization's success, both on and off the field. Since joining the Chinooks family as presenting sponsor, Kohler Credit Union has played a key role in supporting ... Full StoryLakeshore Chinooks News
- Red-Hot Return: Bubba Heidler Set to Ignite Chinooks Infield this Summer - May 14, 2026
- Hometown Grit. Big Bat. Big Comeback. Sam Meidenbauer Returns to the Chinooks - April 17, 2026
- Lakeshore Chinooks Add Former MLB Coach Lee Tunnell as Pitching Coach for 2026 - March 30, 2026
- Lakeshore Chinooks Set Sail into Season 14, Presented by Kohler Credit Union - January 12, 2026
- A New Era of Chinooks Baseball Begins - Our 2026 Schedule Is Here - December 9, 2025
- Schulfer, Sullivan Combine for 17 Ks as Chinooks Finish Season with Extra-Innings Win - August 9, 2025
- Chinooks Explode for Season-High 17 Runs in Final Home Game - August 8, 2025
- Chinooks Taken Down by Mallards in Penultimate Home Game - August 8, 2025
- "He's a Legendary Chinook:" Arthur Liebau Guides Lakeshore to Victory in Potential Farewell - August 7, 2025
- Chinooks Offense Held in Check by Mallard's Pitching - August 6, 2025
- Chinooks Drop Game 1 against Mallards - August 5, 2025
- 'Nooks Defeat Rafters Behind Ciemny, Offense - August 3, 2025
- Gray's Bat Stays Hot in Chinooks Loss to Rafters - August 2, 2025
- 'Nooks Outlast Rafters in 12 Innings - August 1, 2025
- Chinooks Fall to Rafters After Big Sixth Inning - July 31, 2025
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League: Northwoods LeagueHome: Mequon, Wisconsin
Website: Lakeshore Chinooks site
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Lakeshore Chinooks Scoreboard
| Sat., Aug 9 | W | Lakeshore 3 at Fond du Lac 1 | Final (10) |
| Fri., Aug 8 | W | Fond du Lac 7 at Lakeshore 17 | Final |
| Thu., Aug 7 | L | Madison 11 at Lakeshore 3 | Final |
| Wed., Aug 6 | W | Madison 1 at Lakeshore 3 | Final |
| Tue., Aug 5 | L | Lakeshore 3 at Madison 11 | Final |
| Mon., Aug 4 | L | Madison 3 at Lakeshore 0 | Final |
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Lakeshore Chinooks Headlines
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