Western Faces Delta in High-Stakes Regional Championship Battle
Western stands as the lone Howard County team still alive in the IHSAA tournament, and their
impressive season rolls on with a regional title up for grabs. While they won’t be playing in
Russiaville this weekend, the short trip to Logansport means the Tigers are sure to have a strong
crowd behind them as fans pack the stands to show their support.
Now, with the stage set and the stakes clear—let’s break down the matchup and predict who comes
out on top.
3A Regional Championship
Host: Logansport High School
The 3A #8 Western Panthers (26-4) are one win away from a semistate appearance, and their next
test comes Saturday morning at Jim Turner Field in Logansport.
Western will face Delta (21-9) at 11 a.m. in a Class 3A regional championship game as part of the
2025 IHSAA baseball tournament. The Panthers enter with momentum and a deep roster that’s
delivered in big moments all postseason. Now, they’ll try to punch their ticket to the next round
against a Delta team that’s earned its own spot in the regional final.
Both Western and Delta have battled their way to this point in the season, each with a unique path
to Saturday’s Class 3A Regional 12 championship. On paper, the matchup is a good one—but one
team enters more tested, more hardened, and better prepared for the moment.
Delta dominated its sectional, shutting out every opponent en route to the title. But none of those
wins came against teams with a winning record. As impressive as the margins were, the Eagles
haven’t faced the type of firepower Western brings to the field.
The Panthers, meanwhile, have faced adversity head-on. Their journey to the regional final has
demanded resilience, timely hitting, and big performances on the mound—something they’ve
gotten consistently throughout the postseason. With multiple players stepping up when it matters
most, Western looks primed to keep its tournament run alive and push one step closer to a state
title.
Winner: Western
Saturday’s regional championship promises to be a high-energy, high-stakes showdown between
two talented programs. With a trip to semistate on the line, Western looks to prove once again that
they’re built for big moments.
The Kokomo Post Sports team will be at Jim Turner Field providing full coverage, including live
updates, highlights, and postgame reaction. Be sure to follow along as we bring you all the action
from one of the biggest games of the season.
Jay’s stats
2025 IHSAA baseball tournament: 11-8 (57.8%)
