Chase Zapfe and Evan Balzer, former Columbus East High School standouts, played on Sunday, April 6 in NCAA Division III baseball game

Evan Balzer and Chase Zapfe

By Columbus Standard

Apr 7, 2025

On Sunday, April 6, former Columbus East High School standouts Chase Zapfe and Evan Balzer’s current college team, the Franklin Grizzlies, lost 7-2 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Manchester Spartans.

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

The Grizzlies’ next game is scheduled for Sunday, April 6 at 2:35 p.m. at John P. McDowell Field against Manchester Spartans.

Chase Zapfe

Utility player

Sophomore

6′1″

Evan Balzer

Outfielder

Freshman

5′11″

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