More Guns vs. Hoses pictures and fireworks footage

Barry Byers Posted July 12, 2012 12:00am Additional Images

Image: Earl “Red” Buchanan taps the Italy Fire Department’s battle axe, held by Michael Chambers, to help create some team mojo. — Earl “Red” Buchanan taps the Italy Fire Department’s battle axe, held by Michael Chambers, to help create some team mojo. (Barry Byers)

Enjoy additional pictures from the Guns Vs. Hoses charity softball game between the Italy Police Department and the Italy Fire Departmen to raise money for “Shop with a COP.” Christmas will mark the second time the I.P.D. will help deserving kids purchase toys for themselves and their family members, as well as, providing each family with a holiday meal.

Below is video footage of the spectacular fireworks show that capped off the Saturday night’s festivities which included two softball games, face painting, snow cones, and one laugh after another.

A pre-game disturbance breaks out when Italy Firefighter Jackie Cate jokingly attacks Italy Police Department team member Rodney Guthrie in a friendly brawl. (Barry Byers)

Ashlyn Jacinto and Jozie Perkins share an umbrella as they prepare to watch the game. (Barry Byers)

Italy’s hottest get introduced by Donald Chambers. (Barry Byers)

Donald Chambers handles the introductions on behalf of the Italy Fire Department. (Barry Byers)

I.F.D. catcher Randy Boyd rushes into service after a foul ball but mostly manages to petrify the fans. (Barry Byers)

A little rain didn’t keep the fans away. (Barry Byers)

Italy volunteer firefighter Michael “Taz” Martinez gets his game face on. (Barry Byers)

Austin Chambers knows how to celebrate the 4th of July — Hotdogs, a charity softball matchup between the I.P.D. and the I.F.D. and fireworks! (Barry Byers)

I.P.D. center fielder Shelbee Landon catches a lob during warmups before making several outfield catches during the game. (Barry Byers)

It’s just another day on the shooting range for DPS Trooper Vance Griffin. (Barry Byers)

The ceremonial coin toss with I.F.D.‘s Richard Dabney, I.F.D.’s Donald Chambers, I.H.S. Athletic Director Hank Hollywood, Umpire Robert Hodges and I.P.D. Police Chief Diron Hill. (Barry Byers)

“Red” Buchanan lofts a practice pitch to catcher Randy Boyd. (Barry Byers)

I.P.D.s Sergeant Tierra Mooney takes a turn at bat with the rain drops pouring down. (Barry Byers)

I.F.D.’s Bobby McBride, prepares to hit for the fences. (Barry Byers)

Randy Boyd sees a pitch he likes as the Italy Fire Department builds an early lead. (Barry Byers)

Officer Shawn Martin flips the ball back to Officer Robert McFarland at second base to get Randy Boyd out. (Barry Byers)

Citizens Police Academy graduate Kelly Westbrook is covered in game stains as he becomes one with the field. (Barry Byers)

Halee Turner leg paints Brock Hollwywood to help raise money for “Shop with a Cop” (Barry Byers)

Italy Police Chief Diron Hill and his team thank the Italy Fire Department for the support in raising money for their “Shop with a Cop” charity after the game. (Barry Byers)

The Italy Police Department celebrates their their team’s success, 1…2….3…Donuts! (Barry Byers)

Officer Bobby McFarland and Sergeant Tierra Mooney pose together with the Guns Vs. Hoses trophy. (Barry Byers)

Let the fireworks begin! With the rain subsided, the fireworks show continued as planned, and what an inspirational treat it was! (Barry Byers)

The Italy Police Department and the Italy Fire Department competed in a Guns Vs. Hoses matchup to raise money for “Shop with a Cop” that provides toys at Christmas to deserving children and a traditional meal to their families. (Barry Byers)