Amateur baseball primer: Sunshine League powers set for race to watch
The amateur baseball season has officially begun, with teams across the state gearing up for the state tournament in August. The Parkston Rays, last year's champions, are looking to defend their title against strong competitors like the Alexandria Angels and the Parkston Mudcats. The season promises exciting matchups as clubs vie for a spot in the tournament.
- ▪Mother's Day weekend marked the unofficial start of the amateur baseball regular season.
- ▪The state tournament will take place at Cadwell Park from August 5-16.
- ▪The Parkston Rays are the defending Class B amateur baseball champions, having won the title last year.
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