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Pistol Shrimp set for summer at Schweickert Stadium: schedule and how to listen
Summer baseball in Peru centers on Schweickert Stadium at Veterans Memorial Park, where the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp host Prospect League opponents in front of the home crowd. The club’s official site and the City of Peru both list Schweickert Stadium as the team’s home field. [1][3]The Pistol Shrimp compete in the Prospect League, the Midwest’s wood‑bat summer circuit for collegiate talent, with league information and team details available on the league’s team page. [4]Fans can plan the season with the posted slate of home and road dates on the team’s 2026 print schedule. [2]Game days are easy to follow: box scores, team statistics, and standings are updated on the Prospect League site and mirrored on the team’s pages throughout the season. [6][7]For those tuning in from around the Illinois Valley, 103.9 WLPO serves as the radio home, carrying game coverage and updates during the summer. [5]The franchise began play in 2019 and has quickly become a summer staple in Peru. [8]Team merchandise and branded gear are available through the online shop for fans heading to the park or listening on the air. [9]