Kimball's Kari Schiefelbein scores rolls the game's only run as West Lutheran pitcher Afton Zemke, left, is late for the tag. Kimball beat West Lutheran 1-0 in the Class 1A Section 4 softball final on May 31. Photo by Mark Hvidsten
Kimball catcher Lauren Libbesmeier turns for the dugout after pitcher Katie Merchant struck out Maria Tripp (16) with the bases loaded to end the first inning. Photo by Mark Hvidsten
Katie Merchant struck out eight batters in four innings to lead Kimball to the Class 1A Section 4 championship. Photo by Mark Hvidsten