The Westminster Christian Academy softball team continued its outstanding season by capturing the Ft. Zumwalt East Tournament Championship, winning three consecutive games to claim the tournament title. The Wildcats improved to 21-3 on the season with the championship run.
Westminster opened tournament play with a 12-3 quarterfinal victory over Ft. Zumwalt South. Junior Charlie Berkmeyer took the circle and recorded seven strikeouts, while senior Jaymison Lenk led the Wildcats at the plate with four hits. Sophomore Addie Dunsmoor and Berkmeyer each launched a home run in the win.
The Wildcats then battled Rockwood Summit in the semifinal, earning an 8-7 victory. Berkmeyer again took the mound and struck out seven batters. Berkmeyer and Dunsmoor led the offense with three hits apiece as Westminster advanced to the championship game.
In the championship, the Wildcats outlasted Seckman in a thrilling 11-10 victory. Lenk started in the circle and delivered an impressive 12-strikeout performance. Junior Morgan Dolley led the offense with four hits, while Berkmeyer added a home run and drove in four runs to help Westminster secure the tournament championship.
Congratulations to the Wildcats on a tremendous tournament and another championship season! With a 21-3 record, Westminster will look to continue its strong run when the team hosts Lutheran St. Charles on Tuesday, September 29, following Senior Recognition.
