NCAA DII
| Rank | School | State | Record | Last Week | Previous |
| 1 | Tampa Spartans | FL | 7-2 | 2-1 | 1 |
| 2 | Central Missouri Mules | MO | 5-2 | 0-0 | 2 |
| 3 | Angelo State Rams | TX | 10-2 | 4-0 | 3 |
| 4 | Point Loma Sea Lions | CA | 7-3 | 2-1 | 4 |
| 5 | East Stroudsburg Warriors | PA | 2-0 | 2-0 | 5 |
| 6 | Catawba Indians | NC | 8-3 | 4-0 | 6 |
| 7 | North Greenville Trailblazers | SC | 11-1 | 2-1 | 8 |
| 8 | Augustana Vikings | SD | 3-1 | 0-0 | 9 |
| 9 | Cal State Monterey Bay Otters | CA | 5-2 | 0-0 | 10 |
| 10 | Millersville Marauders | PA | 2-1 | 0-0 | 11 |
| 11 | Colorado Mesa Mavericks | CO | 2-4 | 0-3 | 7 |
| 12 | Westmont Warriors | CA | 9-2 | 2-0 | 13 |
| 13 | Texas Tyler Patriots | TX | 10-2 | 4-0 | 15 |
| 14 | Chico State Wildcats | CA | 7-2 | 3-0 | NR |
| 15 | Florida Southern Moccasins | FL | 9-1 | 4-0 | NR |
| 16 | West Chester Golden Rams | PA | 0-0 | 0-0 | 16 |
| 17 | Arkansas-Monticello Boll Weevils | AR | 8-2 | 3-0 | 17 |
| 18 | Ashland Eagles | OH | 2-1 | 0-0 | 14 |
| 19 | Young Harris Mountain Lions | GA | 8-3 | 0-0 | 18 |
| 20 | UNC Pembroke Braves | NC | 8-2 | 3-0 | 20 |
| 21 | Missouri Southern St. Lions | MO | 7-2 | 1-1 | 19 |
| 22 | Minnesota State Mavericks | MN | 0-0 | 0-0 | 22 |
| 23 | Georgia College Bobcats | GA | 5-6 | 2-1 | 12 |
| 24 | Slippery Rock The Rock | PA | 0-0 | 0-0 | 24 |
| 25 | North Georgia Nighthawks | GA | 6-5 | 3-0 | 21 |
Dropped: Nova Southeastern Sharks, Regis Rangers
From 2012 to 2018, Chico State was a fixture in the rankings, consistently winning 40+ games, advancing to Cary for the NCAA DII Baseball Championship, and producing All-Americans like Luke Barker, who went on to pitch for the Milwaukee Brewers. Last season, however, the team struggled, finishing 25-24 and failing to advance past the first round of the California Collegiate Athletic Association Championship.
This season, the Wildcats have emerged as the top-performing team in DII. They opened with a road series win against Point Loma, took two of three from Northwest Nazarene—last season’s Great Northwest Athletic Conference champion—and swept Colorado Mesa. These victories have catapulted Chico State into the rankings at No. 14.
Another returning powerhouse entering the rankings this week is Florida Southern. Like Chico State, the Mocs have long been one of DII’s elite programs, sharing the record with Tampa for the most national titles (nine). However, FSC has struggled in recent years. Last season, they finished a disappointing 11-30, a stark contrast to their 2018 campaign, when they placed third in the nation. In June, longtime head coach Lance Niekro was replaced by Rick O’Dette, who previously built national-contending teams at St. Joseph’s College and St. Leo.
O’Dette brought graduate slugger Mikey Scott with him from St. Leo, and the outfielder has thrived in his new home, hitting .475 in 40 at-bats with two doubles and three home runs. The new coaching staff has also attracted other standout players looking to compete for a contender. Grant Thoroman was a top player at DI Purdue Fort Wayne, while Noah Rabin hit .303 with 18 home runs at DI Illinois State. Additionally, Sachem Ramos, who appeared in 17 games for Michigan, has been the Mocs’ top pitcher early on, posting a 2.35 ERA over 15 ⅓ innings with 22 strikeouts.
Chico State and Florida Southern replace Nova Southeastern and Regis in the rankings. Both teams, especially the Rangers, remain ones to watch this season.
NAIA
| Rank | School | State | Record | Last Week | Previous |
| 1 | LSU Shreveport Pilots | LA | 14-0 | 3-0 | 1 |
| 2 | Cumberlands Patriots | KY | 7-1 | 2-0 | 2 |
| 3 | Tennessee Wesleyan Bulldogs | TN | 9-3 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 4 | Georgia Gwinnett Grizzlies | GA | 9-1 | 4-0 | 5 |
| 5 | Reinhardt Eagles | GA | 11-0 | 4-0 | 7 |
| 6 | Webber International Warriors | FL | 10-2 | 3-1 | 6 |
| 7 | Missouri Baptist Spartans | MO | 5-3 | 0-0 | 4 |
| 8 | Arizona Christian Firestorm | AZ | 10-4 | 3-1 | 9 |
| 9 | Oklahoma Wesleyan Eagles | OK | 13-1 | 2-1 | 14 |
| 10 | Faulkner Eagles | AL | 8-2 | 3-1 | 10 |
| 11 | Loyola Wolf Pack | LA | 9-3 | 2-1 | 11 |
| 12 | Taylor Trojans | IN | 7-4 | 3-1 | 12 |
| 13 | Central Methodist Eagles | MO | 6-2 | 0-0 | 15 |
| 14 | Southeastern Fire | FL | 12-0 | 4-0 | 20 |
| 15 | Mid-America Christian Evangels | OK | 10-5 | 2-0 | 13 |
| 16 | Kansas Wesleyan Coyotes | KS | 8-6 | 3-0 | 8 |
| 17 | Ottawa (OUAZ) Spirit | AZ | 13-1 | 3-0 | 17 |
| 18 | Hope International Royals | CA | 7-3 | 3-0 | 16 |
| 19 | Concordia Bulldogs | NE | 3-0 | 0-0 | 21 |
| 20 | Keiser Seahawks | FL | 9-0 | 1-0 | NR |
| 21 | William Carey Crusaders | MS | 7-3 | 2-1 | 22 |
| 22 | USAO Drovers | OK | 8-6 | 2-1 | 18 |
| 23 | Ottawa Braves | KS | 10-1 | 3-0 | NR |
| 24 | Texas Wesleyan Rams | TX | 13-3 | 2-2 | NR |
| 25 | Oakland City Mighty Oaks | IN | 4-4 | 0-0 | 24 |
Dropped: Oklahoma City Stars, Bellevue Bruins, Tabor Bluejays
The top-ranked Pilots have been dominant, racking up 14 wins. Their victories include five shutouts and an impressive streak of 26 consecutive scoreless innings, thanks to their formidable LSUS pitching staff. Star hurlers Draven Zeigler and Isaac Rohde have been so dominant that it almost seems unfair. Zeigler has thrown two complete-game shutouts in four starts, while Rohde has one of his own. Together, they have struck out 72 batters over 46 ⅔ innings, allowing just 28 hits and posting a combined 1.73 ERA.
The Pilots aren’t padding their record against weak competition, either. Their wins include three against McPherson, two over IU Southeast, and single victories against Mid-America Christian, Science and Arts, and Tabor. Their upcoming matchups will serve as a strong test of their staying power, as they host Central Methodist and Louisiana Christian while also facing William Carey in a midweek road game.
Another undefeated team making waves is Southeastern. Despite a coaching change and a nearly complete roster overhaul, the latest edition of the Fire is playing at the same elite level as in previous years. They have secured dominant wins over Arizona Christian, Hope International, British Columbia, and Warner. Their next major test comes in early March when they host Concordia (NE).
Reece Wissinger, one of the few returning players from last season, has been stellar. In three starts, he has thrown 21 innings and allowed just seven hits. Meanwhile, Aaron Robertson, a transfer from Central Washington, has been a phenomenal addition. In three starts, he has posted a 1.59 ERA with 28 strikeouts in 17 innings.
Three teams entering the rankings this week are Keiser, Ottawa (KS), and Texas Wesleyan. The trio has a combined record of 32-4. They replace Oklahoma City, Bellevue, and Tabor, all of whom have struggled early this season.
Keep an eye on Oakland City. Though the Oaks are just 4-4, three of their losses came on the road against Webber International. Xander Willis has already made an impact, recording two home runs and a triple for OCU.