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LC State Warriors advance to World Series after dramatic extra inning victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:16 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

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Summary

The Lewis-Clark State Warriors secured a spot in the NAIA World Series after a 3-2 walkoff win over Hope International on May 17. The game saw the Warriors engaged in an intense extra inning battle, with catcher Cade Westerlund delivering the decisive hit. This victory marks the Warriors' first World Series appearance since 2023 and underscores the community support surrounding the event, aided by over 400 volunteers, including LC State coaches. With high attendance and participation from various sports teams, the World Series has become a unifying event for LC State Athletics, which coaches actively supported during the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•LC State won 3-2 against Hope International in the NAIA Opening Round.
•Cade Westerlund's walkoff hit sent the team to the World Series.
•The World Series showcases significant community support with over 400 volunteers.
•Coaches from various LC State sports actively participated during the tournament.
•The Warriors' first World Series appearance since 2023 draws heightened attention.

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12:16 PMYahoo Sports — All hands on deck: How the World Series unites LC State Athletics

What they're saying

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Jun. 9—Bedtime was bypassed on a mid-May Wednesday night for the Johnson boys. The reason? The Lewis-Clark State Warriors were playing an extra inning of baseball. LC State men's basketball coach Austin Johnson, his wife Kelli named their children — sons Koufax, age 7, and Mays, 5, and daughters Maris, 3 and Banks, 1 — after legendary baseball players. The six make LCSC's Harris Field their ...
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