Russell head coach, Amanda Beek instructs her batter against Ironton on Friday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell's Josie Atkins swings at a pitch against Ironton on Friday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell shortstop, Ansley Dotson throws to first for the out against Ironton on Friday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT