A dominant performance by Jake Wise led Benedictine to a 6-0 victory over Miller School in the VISAA Division I state baseball championship. Wise's complete game shutout, paired with a four-run sixth inning, secured Benedictine's sixth state title. In a match marked by stellar pitching from both sides, Wise and Kason Wagner duelled until Benedictine seized momentum and broke the scoreless tie. Roddrey McWilliams' two-RBI single was pivotal in the sixth inning, and Miller School couldn't recover.

By the Numbers
  • Benedictine finished the season with a 25-4 record and a team ERA of 1.84.
  • Jake Wise recorded a 10-0 season, an ERA of 0.828, and 76 strikeouts in 67 2/3 innings.
  • Kason Wagner allowed 4 earned runs with 3 strikeouts over 6 innings.
State of Play
  • With two outs in the bottom of the fifth, Wise turned a critical double play that shifted momentum to Benedictine.
  • Benedictine capitalized with a four-run surge in the top of the sixth, which included McWilliams' decisive hit.
What's Next

Benedictine will look to build on its success next season, leveraging the stellar performance of returning key players like Wise and McWilliams. Miller School, led by coach Billy Wagner, will aim to rebound and contend for the title again.

Bottom Line

Benedictine's combination of superior pitching and timely hitting provided a winning formula for their state championship triumph. Their resilience and ability to capitalize on key moments were crucial in securing their sixth state title.