Run Britney, Run! — Britney Chambers takes a called 3rd strike but the ball gets away from the opposing team’s catcher. Britney soon runs toward 1st where she is safe and helps Italy to an eventual 18-17. (Jenna Chambers)
The comeback pack — Down 17-2 with one last at bat, the Italy 12 & Under Girls Softball Team rallied to win 18-17 in Grandview Tuesday night. The miracle win keeps them alive in the tournament! (Jenna Chambers)
Uncage the Gladiators — Left to right: Kelsey Nelson, Bailey Eubank, Bailey DeBorde, Lilly Perry, Josie Perkins and Ashlyn Jacinto. (Jenna Chambers)
Coach and Tara — Tara Wallis and Head Coach Michael Chambers are about to pull off an amazing comeback win. (Jenna Chambers)
Darlings of the Diamond — These 11 young girls from Italy had to score 16 runs during their last at bat, in the 4th inning, to pull off a miracle come back and win 18-17. (Jenna Chambers)
Tara to hit — Tara Wallis prepares to hit one. (Jenna Chambers)
Safe! (Barry Byers)
Coached up (Barry Byers)
Lacy on first base (Barry Byers)
Lacy scores (Barry Byers)
Down the middle (Barry Byers)
That’s kute! (Barry Byers)
Abigail Evans (Barry Byers)
Alex Jones (Barry Byers)
Jones the jackrabbit (Barry Byers)
Out at home! (Barry Byers)
Fan-tastic turnout! (Barry Byers)
Getting the signal (Barry Byers)
Proud Mamas (Barry Byers)
The Ferris dugout (Barry Byers)
Lil’ Angel indeed (Barry Byers)
Colorful tourney (Barry Byers)
Getting refreshed (Barry Byers)
The official family — Tournament Official Stephen Mott compliments his daughter Lacy on her team’s winning performance along with Mrs. Tournament Official and Trevor. (Barry Byers)