Ashland's Ryan Atkins celebrates after reaching second base against East Carter on Monday evening during the semi-finals of the 16th Region Tournament at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Sawyer Alley of Ashland makes contact with a pitch against East Carter on Monday evening during the semi-finals of the 16th Region Tournament at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

East Carter head coach, Jeremiah Shearer talks with his team on the mound against Ashland on Monday evening during the semi-finals of the 16th Region Tournament at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT