Opening Day at Rec. Dept. Is Success

Opening Day at the Jasper County Recreation Department was a big success.

“We had a huge turnout of people coming out to support our kids,” said Jay McMichael, director. “We really want to thank all of our volunteers that helped make our Opening Day possible.”

The day began with the presentation of colors by the American Legion Post 110 color guard, and an invocation by Rev. Preston Campbell from Maddox Chapel Baptist Church in Hillsboro.

Then, play ball was heard, and action took place around the complex. Results were as follows:

Tee Ball

Red Sox 8 vs. Orioles 9;

Yankees 8 vs. Twins 15;

D-backs 9 vs. Angels 12;

Marlins 12 vs. Pirates 14;

Athletics 15 vs. Braves 15.

7-8 Softball

Royals 0 vs. Angels 11;

Mets 6 vs. Braves 3.

7-8 Baseball

Braves 11 vs. Reds 2;

Dodgers 9 vs. Athletics 5.

9-10 Softball

Athletics 1 vs. Indians 6;

Nationals 2 vs. D-backs 7.

9-10 Baseball

Braves 1 vs. Cardinals 15;

D-backs 11 vs. Giants 8.

11-12 Softball

Phillies 12 vs. Braves 9.

11-12 Baseball

Cardinals 2 vs. Braves 11.

13-17 Softball

Phillies 15 vs. Braves 16.

In addition, sign-ups are still under way for 13-17 year old baseball, and coaches are needed. The deadline to sign up is Friday, May 2. Also, sign ups are still under way for 18 to adult baseball. Deadline to sign up is Friday, May 23. All fees are $25.

Registration is online at www.jaspercorec.com.

For more information, call 706-468-4916 or e-mail jaspercountyrecreation@gmail.com.