Silex Defeats St. Elizabeth to Reach Softball Semifinals
Silex earns a spot in the state semifinals after a 5-2 victory over St. Elizabeth.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Softball
Silex secured a 5-2 win over St. Elizabeth in the Class 1 state quarterfinal. The victory advances Silex to the state semifinals to face Wheatland.
Why it matters
The win keeps Silex alive in the hunt for a state championship title. St. Elizabeth ends its season following the loss, marking the final stage of their tournament run.
Silex pitcher Rylan Harris recorded eight strikeouts and zero walks over seven innings. Opposing pitcher Azlyn Wyatt allowed five runs on nine hits during the contest.
The players
Silex
The high school softball team currently holds a 25-5 record after advancing to the state semifinals.
St. Elizabeth
The high school softball team finished their season with an overall record of 26-8.
Rylan Harris
The Silex pitcher struck out eight batters and allowed no walks in the quarterfinal victory.
Kinley Kemna
The St. Elizabeth player hit a two-run home run, bringing her total for the season to 17.
Azlyn Wyatt
The St. Elizabeth pitcher struck out four batters and surrendered nine hits in the quarterfinal game.
The details
Morgan Kuntz contributed an RBI triple in the second inning, followed by an RBI double from Olivia Wotring in the fourth to help Silex secure the win. Despite the loss, St. Elizabeths Kinley Kemna reached 17 home runs for the season with a two-run shot in the first inning.
Timeline
Silex defeated St. Elizabeth in the state quarterfinal on October 24, 2026.
The state semifinal game against Wheatland is scheduled for October 30, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory positions Silex as a top contender within the MSHSAA Class 1 state softball tournament bracket. The win necessitates a shift in focus as the team prepares to face Wheatland in the penultimate round of the state championship.
Silex moves into the state semifinals where they will challenge Wheatland for a spot in the championship game. St. Elizabeth concludes their season with a final record of 26-8.
The takeaway
Silex continues their postseason momentum behind strong pitching and timely hitting to advance through the bracket. Consistency in the circle will remain a critical factor as they head into the upcoming state semifinal matchup.
What happens next
Silex will face Wheatland in the state semifinal game scheduled for October 30, 2026, at noon at the Killian Softball Complex.
Further reading
For more updates on state tournament progression, visit Missouri Softball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Jefferson City News Tribune.
