Russell centerfielder JK McKnight chases down the ball for the out against Ashland on Wednesday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Aiden Sammons of Russell sets for defense at third base against Ashland on Wednesday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Ashland coach, Derek Runyon looks on from first against Russell on Wednesday evening at Ashland. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT