On Wednesday, March 19, Carroll High School standouts, including Jake McGrath, competed in an NCAA Division III baseball game for Manchester Spartans

Jake McGrath and Michael Dierckman

By Ft Wayne Times

Mar 20, 2025

On Wednesday, March 19, three former Carroll High School standouts, including Jake McGrath, Matthew Tarlton and Michael Dierckman’s current college team, the Manchester Spartans, won 12-3 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Calvin Knights.

The game took place at Gratz Field. This was their first matchup against the Knights this season.

The Spartans’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, March 22 at 12 p.m. at Gratz Field against Anderson Ravens.

Jake McGrath

Outfielder and pitcher

Junior

Matthew Tarlton

Pitcher

Freshman

Michael Dierckman

Pitcher and utility player

Sophomore

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