Jake McGrath, alongside two other former Carroll High School standouts, played on Sunday, April 6 in NCAA Division III baseball game for Manchester Spartans

Jake McGrath and Michael Dierckman

By Ft Wayne Times

Apr 7, 2025

On Sunday, April 6, three former Carroll High School standouts, including Jake McGrath, Matthew Tarlton and Michael Dierckman’s current college team, the Manchester Spartans, lost 5-1 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Franklin Grizzlies.

The game took place at John P. McDowell Field. This was their second matchup against the Grizzlies this season.

The Spartans’ next game is scheduled for Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m. at John P. McDowell Field against Franklin Grizzlies.

Jake McGrath

Outfielder and pitcher

Junior

Matthew Tarlton

Pitcher

Freshman

Michael Dierckman

Pitcher and utility player

Sophomore

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