Major props to all of our local baseball and softball teams. Many came home with District banners. Lycoming County was well represented. This is a great time of year. It brings back so many great memories. I am a huge fan of Little League. I, too, experienced some post-season successes. My squad made it to the Montana State tournament. My son Jensen and his friends made a solid run and finished 3rd in Pennsylvania three years ago. I often look back at those very special moments. Traveling and getting to play at some incredible venues. The sounds. The crowds. The parades. The emotions. I always tell my friends and the other parents to cherish every single experience. Take some pictures. Post them online.
Tri-Town found a way. They defeated mighty Keystone on Monday night at Volunteer Stadium for the 12U District Title. This squad is a collection of kids from Montgomery, Muncy, and Hughesville. Tri-Town played well in the bracket. The boys will now advance to the Section 3 tournament in Berwick. Congratulations. Time to dye your hair.
“This is a special group,” Tri-Town Manager LJ Huggler explained. “We have kids from three different schools, but you would never know. The younger guys lean on their elders. The older players have been fantastic leaders. Everyone on our roster has contributed to our success. They all have great attitudes, and the boys are hungry. They want to win. They are willing to work.”
Tri-Town nipped Keystone 4-2 in the final. Tri-Town scored four runs in the first. That was all they needed. Kellynn Wool entered the game in the 2nd inning. The crafty right-hander was fantastic. Wool gave up just one hit and only walked two batters. Impressive display, and my Facebook feed is now loaded with pictures.
“I was trying to keep it low and away,” Kellynn shared. “Our defense has been great all year. I was mixing it up with some curveballs. Tried to keep them off balance. My teammates were there when I needed them.” I taught Kellynn’s dad how to putt.
“We played Keystone on Wednesday, and Lyle (Huggler) pitched well,” Huggler continued. “We went to him today and decided to go with Kellynn in the second. He was a stud. He held them in check. I was so happy and proud of him. Our pitching and defense saved us. I am thrilled for these kids. They got an opportunity, and they embraced it. Not many teams ever come home with a banner. We knew we were capable. But they did it. Hopefully, we can find those bats and keep it rolling into Sectionals.”
I have a special bond with this Tri-Town team. I am very close to their coaches and many of their player’s parents. The circle of life is so much fun. I am so happy for my friends and their families who are experiencing this run. Congratulations to Roman Meckbach, Kellynn Wool, Kameron Caster, Cash Jumper, Cameron Kriner JR, Beaux Richmond, Jameson Smith, Lyle Huggler, Brayden Swartz, Kaden Caster, Jase Spangler, and Conner Gordner. I wish them the very best at the next stage. Enjoy it, kids. Cheers.
