Fresh off a Mon-Dak Conference Championship and a fourth consecutive season of 34 or more wins, the Teton baseball program enters the 2026 season with high expectations and a familiar identity. Head coach Mason Przybilla returns for his seventh season at the helm, continuing to guide one of the most consistent and respected programs in the region.

The Tetons' success in 2025 was built largely on the strength of their pitching staff, and that trend is expected to continue this spring. Williston State returns three of its four primary rotation arms in Collin Cobb, Cameron Fenn, and Nick Shrider. The trio combined to log 138 innings a year ago, providing both production and stability on the mound.

"We return three of four rotation arms," Przybilla said. "All three of these guys have been good for us. It's no secret we will rely heavily on them to take care of business."

That experience on the mound gives the Tetons a strong foundation as they navigate a season that will feature plenty of new faces—particularly on the offensive side. Only two position players who were regulars in the 2025 lineup return: sophomore outfielders Ashton Sweet and Jason Carbno. Both are expected to take on expanded roles as offensive leaders this spring.

"We expect both of these guys to have a big impact on our lineup, specifically in the damage department," Przybilla said.

While the lineup will look different, there is no shortage of intrigue among the newcomers. Two players to watch early are Matt Moreno Jackson and Dylan Klossner, who are slated to spend the majority of their time anchoring the corner infield positions. Both have already shown the ability to handle themselves at the plate and could play key roles in shaping the Tetons' offensive identity in 2026.

The Tetons will be tested immediately out of the gate. They open the season with back-to-back matchups against elite competition, facing Region 13 champion Dakota County Technical College and Region 9 champion Northeastern Junior College. From there, Williston State heads south for its annual Arizona spring trip, which will feature a demanding stretch of 22 games in 19 days.

Despite last season's hardware, the mindset within the program remains grounded and forward-looking.

"We are excited about the start of the season, but there is no building on what was accomplished a year ago," Przybilla said. "We have to go through all of the normal growing pains of any season. Baseball is really hard. We can't allow ourselves to worry about results—rather, we need to do the things really well that lead to wins: throw strikes, take care of the baseball, and do a good job of finding holes with runners in scoring position."

With championship experience on the mound, emerging leaders in the lineup, and a challenging early schedule, the 2026 Tetons are positioned for another season defined by competition, growth, and the pursuit of sustained excellence.