SubmittedJuly 19, 2017

HEARTLAND FIRECRACKERS Babe Ruth 10U Girls Softball Team advance to the World Series. The team is comprised of girls from Scott City, Chaffee, Delta, Advance, Benton and Kelso. Team Roster: Brogan Hawkins,Mackenzie Lawless, Ava LeGrand, Kayleigh Holman, Presley Holweg, Addison Carlton, Logan Schiwitz, Macy Burger, Alyssa Dirden, Lily Elders, Journey Black, Maggie Jones, Addisyn Hillemann, Reese Van Pelt, Halle Comer...

Tammy R Elders
Heartland Firecrackers, State and Regional Champions
Heartland Firecrackers, State and Regional Champions

HEARTLAND FIRECRACKERS Babe Ruth 10U Girls Softball Team advance to the World Series.

The team is comprised of girls from Scott City, Chaffee, Delta, Advance, Benton and Kelso.

Team Roster: Brogan Hawkins,Mackenzie Lawless, Ava LeGrand, Kayleigh Holman, Presley Holweg, Addison Carlton, Logan Schiwitz, Macy Burger, Alyssa Dirden, Lily Elders, Journey Black, Maggie Jones, Addisyn Hillemann, Reese Van Pelt, Halle Comer

Coaches: Casey Hillemann, Paul Dirden, Ronnie Gray, Gaylen Hawkins and Team Manager: Jordon Comer

Kayleigh Holman throws a runner out at first to Ava LeGrand
Kayleigh Holman throws a runner out at first to Ava LeGrand
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The Firecrackers swept through both State and Regional Tournaments, going 8-0 combined.

They have 7 victories by the 10 run rule.

During the Regional Tournament they outscored opponents 49-3.

Pitching has been incredible with 4 different pitchers picking up wins.

Addison Carlton hustles around second base
Addison Carlton hustles around second base

The Firecrackers are heading to Jensen Beach, Florida, July 27th-August 5th, to compete in the World Series!

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