The university’s baseball and softball squads concluded a remarkable campaign that has drawn national attention, as multiple players received nods from leading regional publications and coaching associations.
Zach Johnson, the SLIAC Player of the Year, dominated the lineup with a .409 batting average, amassing 67 hits, 57 runs, 12 doubles, 10 home runs and 18 stolen bases, while his 10 home runs and five sacrifice flies set new single‑season records for The W.
Baron Brack’s Historic Game
Brack earned first‑team accolades from the American Baseball Coaches Association and D3Baseball.com, and his rare feat of hitting two triples in a single contest remains unmatched in the program’s history, underscoring his impact on the team’s success.
Chase Marshall also shone, securing first‑team honors from D3Baseball.com and D3Region8Base.com, while batting .379 and delivering 14 multi‑hit games and 11 multi‑RBI performances that highlighted his consistency at the plate.
Addison Owen, a mathematics major and member of The W’s Athletics Director’s Honor Roll, led the softball team with a .491 average, 52 hits, eight doubles, 21 RBI and a .632 slugging percentage, earning a spot on the 2026 Academic All‑District Softball Team.
Academic Excellence Recognized
Owen’s dual dedication to scholarship and sport was further validated when College Sports Communicators placed her on the 2026 Academic All‑District Softball Team, reflecting her high standards both on the field and in the classroom.