Payton Baxter, former Decatur Central High School standout, played on Saturday, March 9 in NCAA Division II game

McKendree Bearcats Coach Heather Tarter (2024) | McKendree Bearcats

By Metro East Sun

Mar 9, 2024

On Saturday, March 9, former Decatur Central High School standout Payton Baxter’s current college team, the McKendree Bearcats, won 8-5 in their NCAA Division II game against the Wayne State Wildcats.

The game took place in Winter Haven, Florida. This was their first matchup against the Wayne State Wildcats this season.

The Bearcats’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, March 9 at 10:15 a.m. in Winter Haven, Florida against Dominican Chargers.

Name: Payton Baxter

Position: Utility Player and Catcher

Hometown: Indianapolis

Height: 5′9″

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