Championship Preview
The Sheridan Jets and the Cheyenne Sixers advanced to the 2026 Wyoming American Legion Baseball Division 1 State Tournament championship game after winning their respective semifinals. The Jets defeated the Sheridan Troopers 9‑2, while the Sixers beat the Powell Pioneers 10‑1.
Monday’s victory extended the Jets’ winning streak to three straight elimination games. Mickey Gillis delivered a three‑run double, and Aaron Baures contributed a two‑run double, helping the team pull away after the Troopers had tied the game at 2‑2.
The Sixers, already unbeaten, opened their game with a five‑run first inning. Gage Broda’s two‑run double to left field sparked the rally, and Tyler Cassat limited the Pioneers to a single run over four innings of pitching.
The championship is set for noon on Tuesday, with the Sixers needing just one win to claim the title and the Jets requiring two victories to overturn the deficit. The matchup promises a contrast of momentum and strategy.
Key Players to Watch
Mickey Gillis and Gage Broda bring power to their lineups, while Aaron Baures and Tyler Cassat provide the pitching depth that could decide the outcome. Both teams will look to their stars to maintain early leads and close out the game.