Jack Heineman of Ashland takes a swing at a pitch against Russell on Monday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell's Eric Williams tosses the ball to first base for the out against Ashland on Monday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Ashland third baseman, Nick Jividen throws to first for the out against Russell on Monday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT