The Westminster boys basketball team put together a strong week of competition at the 2026 Lindbergh Invitational, earning the #3 seed in the eight-team field and finishing as tournament runner-up after three hard-fought games.
Westminster opened tournament play with an emphatic 77–45 victory over Confluence, setting the tone early with balanced scoring and defensive pressure. Junior Will Powers led the way with an all-around performance, posting 28 points, 7 assists, and 8 rebounds as the Wildcats cruised into the semifinals.
The Wildcats advanced to the championship game with a gritty 51–44 win over tournament host Lindbergh Flyers. The victory served as a statement moment, avenging a 43–47 loss to Lindbergh just weeks earlier in the Coaches vs. Cancer Tournament on December 28.
Powers once again paced the offense with 22 points, while senior Tobi Akinyede controlled the glass with 15 rebounds and added 4 assists, helping Westminster pull away late.
In the title game, Westminster faced a familiar opponent in the De Smet Spartans, marking a rematch of the 2025 Lindbergh Invitational Championship. Despite a strong effort, the Wildcats fell 57–49 in a competitive contest. Powers finished with 20 points and 4 assists, and Akinyede contributed 8 rebounds as Westminster battled until the final minutes. Junior Darrell Crump also added a trio of three point baskets on his way to 11 points to finish as the only other Wildcat in double figures.
With their performances throughout the tournament, Will Powers and Tobi Akinyede were named to the all-tournament team.
The Wildcats will look to build on the momentum from their tournament run when they return to action in the MLK Classic, traveling to Clayton to face the Greyhounds at 6:00 PM on Monday, January 19.
