Drew Womack hit a walk-off two-run homer to keep Silver Lake's season alive. His performance has been strong throughout the season, and he capitalized on the opportunity.
Key points
Drew Womack hit a walk-off two-run homer
The homer kept Silver Lake's season alive
Womack has been strong at the plate all season
He felt confident about his swing
The victory allows Silver Lake to continue competing
Drew WomackSilver Lake Eagles
SILVER LAKE â Drew Womack just needed a chance. He's been feasting at the plate all season.
Womack stepped to the plate and with one swing kept the Eagles season alive.
âThe way my season has been going, the thought is always in the back of my head,â Womack said. âI got my pitch, took it and off the bat, I knew it."
Womack drilled a walk-off two-run homer over the right field fence.
Silver Lake's Dayne Johnson pitches against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Miles Kibbee throws to first base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Dom Monhollon looks to make a tag against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake head coach Tyler Seele argues a call against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Q&A
What did Drew Womack do to keep Silver Lake's season alive?
Drew Womack hit a walk-off two-run homer to secure a victory for Silver Lake.
How has Drew Womack performed this season?
Drew Womack has been performing exceptionally well at the plate throughout the season.
What was Drew Womack's reaction after hitting the homer?
Womack felt confident after hitting the ball, knowing it was his pitch.
What impact does this win have on Silver Lake's season?
This win keeps Silver Lake's season alive, allowing them to continue competing.
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Perry-Lecompton head coach Kent Houk applauds hist team in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Perry-Lecompton's bench celebrates against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Drew Womack makes a catch against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Brady Hogle makes a catch against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Perry-Lecompton's Garrett Metcalfe celebrates after reaching second base in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Brady Hogle celebrates against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Drew Womack makes a grab against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Dayne Johnson fields the ball against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Drew Womack catches the ball against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Perry-Lecompton's Dayton Tucker tries to make a grab against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Perry-Lecompton's Kaleb Confer makes the catch against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Tyler Seele talks to his team against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Perry-Lecompton's Garrett Metcalfe pitches against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Brady Hogle makes a swing against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Aiden Stricklin is safe at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Kipton Kruger celebrates at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Drew Womack smiles after hitting walk-off home run against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake celebrates after beating Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Dayne Johnson pitches against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Dayne Johnson pitches against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Miles Kibbee throws to first base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Dom Monhollon looks to make a tag against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake head coach Tyler Seele argues a call against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton head coach Kent Houk applauds hist team in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton's bench celebrates against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Drew Womack makes a catch against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Brady Hogle makes a catch against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton's Garrett Metcalfe celebrates after reaching second base in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Brady Hogle celebrates against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Drew Womack makes a grab against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Dayne Johnson fields the ball against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Drew Womack catches the ball against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton's Dayton Tucker tries to make a grab against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton's Kaleb Confer makes the catch against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Tyler Seele talks to his team against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Perry-Lecompton's Garrett Metcalfe pitches against Silver Lake in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Brady Hogle makes a swing against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Aiden Stricklin is safe at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Kipton Kruger celebrates at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Silver Lake's Drew Womack smiles after hitting walk-off home run against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
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Drew Womack's walk-off homer keeps Silver Lake's season alive
Silver Lake celebrates after beating Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Womackâs blast led Silver Lake (14-11) to a 5-4 win over Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals on Wednesday, May 13. It was Womackâs sixth homer in the team's last seven games.
âCredit to our guys, credit to Drew to just staying in the fight,â Silver Lake head coach Tyler Seele said. âIf we could get it back to the middle of our order, we could have a chance.â
Things were not going well for Silver Lake. They trailed 4-0 as Perry-Lecompton starting pitcher Garrett Metcalfe was on fire. He recorded out after out and Silver Lake stranded runners.
The Eagles did not waver in their confidence. The team scored its first run in the bottom of the sixth inning off of a Dom Monhollon fielder's choice, which led to a Dayne Johnson run.
With the team trailing 4-1, Silver Lake needed a spark in the final inning. Aiden Stricklin kept the game alive with a single, which led to Brady Hogle hitting a ground ball to second base, which the Kaws could not handle.
Silver Lake had runners on first and second base; Kipton Kruger, a freshman, came up clutch. The freshman looped a shot down the right field wall. He scored Stricklin and Hogle to cut the visitorsâ lead to 4-3.
âHe plays beyond his years,â Seele said about Kruger. âIt was a big-time play from him.â
Silver Lake celebrates after beating Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake celebrates after beating Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
As Kruger stood on second base, Womack had the at-bat of his life. He nailed the home run on the second pitch. He rounded home and was mobbed by his teammates.
âIt was awesome,â Womack said. "Got one of my childhood best friends at home plate with the jug, itâs pretty awesome. Just knowing you got the whole team in your corner, itâs great."
Silver Lake has been playing close games all season. This marked their fourth win of the season, decided by one run. The Eagles have also lost five games by this margin.
âWalking it off like that is huge,â Seele said. "The first round game is always tough and credit to Perry, they played phenomenal today. That is one thing that we have done this year, we do fight.â
Silver Lake's Kipton Kruger celebrates at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Silver Lake's Kipton Kruger celebrates at second base against Perry-Lecompton in the first round of regionals at Silver Lake High School on Wednesday, May 13.
Johnson pitched the entire game for the Eagles. After allowing four runs in the second inning, Johnson really settled into the contest. He allowed five hits and struck out four batters in the game.
âDayne is our best competitor,â Seele said. âI was really proud of him because we actually talked about it being third time through the order and going to someone different. He locked it in for the last four innings; he dominated.â
No. 7 Silver Lake will go on the road to No. 2 Sabetha (22-4) in Class 3A regional semifinals on Tuesday, May 19. The winner will face No. 3 Riverside (16-5) or No. 11 Maranatha Christian Academy (9-16) for the regional championship following the semifinal games on Tuesday night.
âA play like that can definitely bring a team together," Womack said. âWe took two tough losses last week to Sabetha, but those two games really helped us come together as a team.â
Liam Keating covers high school sports and Washburn University for The Topeka Capital-Journal. Send stats or information to him at Lkeating@gannett.com
