From Underdogs to State Semifinalists: Fort Zumwalt West Historic Run

Fort Zumwalt West Boys Soccer’s 2025 Season

The Fort Zumwalt West Jaguars put together one of the most complete and memorable seasons in the St. Louis area during the 2025 campaign. Built on defensive stability, depth across the midfield, and one of the most productive attacking groups in the region, West consistently proved they could compete with anyone on their schedule.

From regular-season consistency to postseason resilience, the Jaguars’ season reflected a team capable of winning in multiple ways.

Season Rundown

Fort Zumwalt West delivered a strong regular season, combining disciplined defensive play with an attack that overwhelmed opponents through numbers and movement. The Jaguars entered postseason play with momentum and confidence, having shown the ability to control games against a variety of opponents.

Their postseason run was highlighted by poise and execution in tight matches, where West leaned on experience and structure to advance. Whether protecting leads or responding after conceding, the Jaguars consistently found answers, earning crucial results in high-pressure environments.

By the end of the season, Fort Zumwalt West had firmly established itself as one of the most well-rounded teams in the area.

Team Leaders & Statistical Standouts

Balanced Scoring Across the Front Line

West’s offense thrived because it didn’t rely on one player — it relied on everyone.

• Mason Youmans led the Jaguars in total production, finishing with 7 goals and a team-high 22 assists for 36 points, while also recording 3 game-winning goals. His vision and ability to unlock defenses made him the centerpiece of West’s attack.

• Jason Weinhold delivered a breakout season, scoring 13 goals and adding 7 assists for 33 points, including 4 game-winning goals.

• Cade Williams provided a consistent finishing presence with 10 goals and 1 assist, totaling 21 points.

• Jovanni Giffon and Landon Miley each added 20 points, with Giffon posting 8 goals and 4 assists, and Miley contributing 8 goals, 4 assists, and 3 game-winning goals.

West’s ability to rotate attacking options made defensive matchups extremely difficult for opponents.

Midfield & Secondary Contributions

Depth was a defining strength for Fort Zumwalt West throughout the season.

• Travis Corbett recorded 7 goals and 8 assists (22 points), playing a vital two-way role in midfield.

• Adam Robben added 3 goals and 2 assists, including 2 game-winning goals.

• Kai Nagatani and Kade Keith chipped in key goals and assists that helped swing tight matches in West’s favor.

This collective production allowed West to maintain tempo and pressure regardless of personnel changes.

Between the Posts: Elite Goalkeeping

Fort Zumwalt West’s defensive success was anchored by outstanding play in goal.

• Cody Baden logged 1,675 minutes, finishing with a 17-4-2 record, 11 shutouts, 87 saves, and a 1.10 goals-against average, consistently delivering in high-stakes matches.

• Landon Ferber was nearly flawless in limited action, posting a 3-0-1 record, allowing just 1 goal, recording 7 shutouts, and finishing with an exceptional 0.20 GAA and .957 save percentage.

The reliability between the posts gave West confidence to play aggressively while staying defensively sound.

A Season Defined by Consistency

What set Fort Zumwalt West apart in 2025 wasn’t just talent — it was consistency. From the opening whistle of the season through the final matches, the Jaguars played with discipline, balance, and belief.

With production spread across the roster and elite goalkeeping anchoring the back line, West proved itself as one of the most complete teams in the St. Louis area. The 2025 season will be remembered not only for results, but for the identity Fort Zumwalt West established on the pitch.