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Community SportsJuly 13, 2021

Babe Ruth State Championship: Southeast Tropics 18U vs. McDonald's Fighting Squirrels

The Southeast Tropics 18U team defeated the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels 5-3 on Monday at Capaha Field to win the Babe Ruth State Championship.

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McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Tyler Gilmer fires a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Tyler Gilmer fires a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Carter Heuring throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Carter Heuring throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Luke Nichols makes a sliding catch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Luke Nichols makes a sliding catch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels catcher Nolan Self swings at a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels catcher Nolan Self swings at a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics third baseman Parker Jeffries throws to first during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics third baseman Parker Jeffries throws to first during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Gordon Todd hits a ground ball during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Gordon Todd hits a ground ball during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics pitcher Bryce Morgan runs to first to record the final out of Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics pitcher Bryce Morgan runs to first to record the final out of Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics players congratulate Bryce Morgan after he recorded the final out of the Tropics' 5-3 win over the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels on Monday at Capaha Field to win the 2021 Babe Ruth State Championship.
Southeast Tropics players congratulate Bryce Morgan after he recorded the final out of the Tropics' 5-3 win over the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels on Monday at Capaha Field to win the 2021 Babe Ruth State Championship.J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Carter Heuring receives his runner-up medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels pitcher Carter Heuring receives his runner-up medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics first baseman Jeffery Miller receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics first baseman Jeffery Miller receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics catcher Eli Marvin receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics catcher Eli Marvin receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
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Southeast Tropics outfielder Brennan Fowler receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics outfielder Brennan Fowler receives his championship medal following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
The Southeast Tropics put on their championship medals following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
The Southeast Tropics put on their championship medals following Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
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Southeast Tropics first baseman Jeffery Miller runs toward home plate while teammate Drew Dirnberger celebrates. The Tropics beat the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels 5-3 on Monday at Capaha Field to win the 2021 Babe Ruth State Championship.
Southeast Tropics first baseman Jeffery Miller runs toward home plate while teammate Drew Dirnberger celebrates. The Tropics beat the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels 5-3 on Monday at Capaha Field to win the 2021 Babe Ruth State Championship.J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics designated hitter Dawson Menz, left, fist bumps teammate Nate Rhew after scoring a run during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics designated hitter Dawson Menz, left, fist bumps teammate Nate Rhew after scoring a run during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics second baseman Drew Dirnberger celebrates with a teammate after scoring a run during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics second baseman Drew Dirnberger celebrates with a teammate after scoring a run during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics pitcher Noah Willingham throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics pitcher Noah Willingham throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Luke Nichols walks back to the dugout after striking out during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels outfielder Luke Nichols walks back to the dugout after striking out during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
Southeast Tropics pitcher Noah Willingham throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. 
Southeast Tropics pitcher Noah Willingham throws a pitch during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the McDonald's Fighting Squirrels at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels designated hitter Austin Gast reaches second base during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. 
McDonald's Fighting Squirrels designated hitter Austin Gast reaches second base during Monday's Babe Ruth State Championship game against the Southeast Tropics at Capaha Field. J.C. Reeves ~ jcreeves@semoball.com
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