Western Heads to Semistate with State Title Repeat in Sight
Western has dominated its postseason with the poise and power of a team on a mission. The Class 3A No. 3 Lady Panthers haven’t allowed a single run in the tournament, shutting out every opponent with stellar pitching and sharp defense.
Riding a wave of momentum, Western looks ready to defend its crown. They’ve raised their level with each game and are now just two wins away from another trip to the state finals.
3A North Semistate
Host: Twin Lakes High School
The Class 3A North semistate at Twin Lakes High School features four strong programs—each
aiming for a spot in the state finals.
Western (27-3) enters the weekend focused on one goal: maintaining their high level of play as
they continue their quest to repeat as state champions. The Lady Panthers will take on a tough
Mississinewa team (21-4) in the second semifinal, with first pitch set for 1 p.m.
Columbia City (19-5) and Hanover Central (15-12) open the day with the first semifinal at 11 a.m.,
kicking off a slate of high-stakes, emotion-filled matchups fans won’t want to miss.
Predicted results
Semifinal
Columbia City beats Hanover Central
Western beats Mississinewa
Semistate championship
Western beats Columbia City
No matter how the day unfolds, one thing is certain—the road to the Class 3A state championship
runs through Twin Lakes this weekend. With four determined teams and only one ticket to the
finals up for grabs, expect every pitch, swing, and defensive play to carry extra weight.
Jay’s Stats:
2025 IHSAA softball tournament: 16-3 (84.2%)
