Post 5 Juniors end season

With pair of losses in Zone Tournament

WASHINGTON, Mo. - The Jefferson City American Legion Post 5 Juniors saw their season come to a close with a pair of losses this weekend in the Zone Tournament.

On Friday, the Juniors started the event with a 4-3 win against St. Charles.

Post 5 starting pitcher Logan Bexten tossed a complete game for the win.

Jonathan Backes went 2-for-3 at the plate with three RBI. Tyler Wolfe added to the attack with a 2-for-3 performance and one RBI.

The Juniors started Saturday's action with a 5-4 loss to Washington.

Post 5 starting pitcher Drew Boessen gave up just one earned run in seven innings. Jonathan Backes suffered the loss in relief.

At the plate, Bradley Norton went 3-for-3 with three RBI.

Post 5 then suffered a run-rule loss to St. Charles to end their season.

The Juniors finished their campaign with a record of 8-6.