The W baseball team secured an 11-8 comeback victory against Westminster College, clinching their series in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. This win improved the Owls' overall record to 17-13 and their conference record to 11-5. Zach Johnson and Baron Brack homered, contributing significantly to the team's early lead. Westminster briefly took the lead in the fourth inning, but the Owls rallied back, scoring three runs in the sixth to seal the game. Will Carter had a standout performance, throwing five shutout innings in relief and improving to 7-0 for the season.

By the Numbers
  • Zach Johnson hit his team-leading ninth home run.
  • Will Carter improved his record to 7-0 with five shutout innings.
  • Chase Marshall had three hits, including two crucial RBIs.
State of Play
  • The Owls have won three consecutive games against Westminster College.
  • The win positions the Owls favorably at 11-5 in SLIAC play, looking to build momentum.
What's Next

The Owls are set to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next series, aiming to continue their upward trajectory in the conference standings.

Bottom Line

The Owls showcased resilience in their latest game, demonstrating their potential to challenge for the top spots in the SLIAC, especially with strong performances from key players like Johnson and Carter.