WCMS Boys Baseball State Tournament
2025-2026 School Year
September 25, 2025
Whether you're going to the game or cheering for them along the way, tomorrow is the big day for our Middle School Baseball team!
They even made it on KWQC News!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBuTJqkBBuw
Here's a breakdown of their recent victories and upcoming game: ⚾
Regional Championship
On September 13, 2025, the West Central Heat defeated the Annawan Wethersfield Junior High Titans with a score of 8-2 in the IESA Class 2A semi-final. They went on to win the championship game on September 17, 2025, against the United Red Storm. The Heat were down 6-4 in the bottom of the 6th inning but staged a comeback, scoring 5 runs to win 9-8. Congratulations to Kyle Meyer for being awarded an IESA Outstanding Sportsmanship Pin!
Sectional Championship
The Heat continued their winning streak on Saturday, September 20, at Howes Park in Annawan. They faced the Chillicothe Mustangs and were trailing 8-4 but rallied to win the IESA Class 2A Sectional Championship with a final score of 15-10. Congratulations to Liam Sullivan for being awarded an IESA Outstanding Sportsmanship Pin!
Upcoming State Game
The West Central Middle School Heat will now advance to the IESA state tournament. They will play against the Staunton Terriers at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, September 26th at Eastside Centre in East Peoria. Good luck to the Heat!
There will be a send-off for the team on Friday morning. The team bus will leave the Middle School at 11:00am. Show your support by cheering them on as they leave Stronghurst on Friday morning.
