Play Ball: Natchez hosts opening ceremonies for Dixie Youth baseball
Published 12:00 am Monday, April 9, 2018
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(Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
Teams line up along the baseline for introductions during Sunday’s ceremonies. (Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
Austin Jex holds onto the ball for the out at first base for the River City Autoplex team. (Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
(Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
Cooper Johnson gives a thumbs up to the crowd after he reached first base during Alexander Body Shop’s scrimmage with River City Autoplex in the 6-and-under coach pitch division. (Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
While waiting for their turn in the dugout players enjoyed watching the action with hot dogs and snow cones. (Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat)
Natchez Dixie Youth Baseball opened the season with hot dogs, cotton candy, the introduction of teams and a little taste of what is to come this summer Sunday at Duncan Park. Two local teams from each age division competed in a one-inning scrimmage.
Natchez Dixie Youth action begins today at Duncan Park.