Ethan Sharp of Russell gets hit by a pitch in the first inning against Greenup County on Monday evening at Greenup County. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell's Ethan Sharp dives back into first base against Greenup County on Monday evening at Greenup County. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell pitcher, Daniel Blanton pitches against Greenup County on Monday evening at Greenup County. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT