Greenup County head coach Seth Miller watches from the third base line against Russell on Monday evening at Greenup County. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell pitcher Audrey Patel releases a pitch against Greenup County on Monday evening at Greenup County. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Ashland centerfielder NaShawn Peppers awaits the pitch against Russell on Wednesday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT