The 2020 Class “C” State Amateur Baseball tournament began this weekend.
The tournament began with 48 teams playing a single-elimination format.
Games were played at Riverside Park in Springfield and the Milroy Yankees Field.
Checking 1st round matchups for area teams:
On Friday, the Foley Lumber Jacks defeated the Hanska Lakers 8-7 in Springfield.
In another tight game, the Randall Cubs nipped the Hadley Buttermakers 4-3 in Milroy.
On Saturday,
The Luverne Redbirds will face the Mora Blue Devils at 11:00am in Springfield.
The New Ulm Brewers play the Prior Lake Mudcats at 5:00pm in Springfield.
Teams that were seeded #1 in their Regions received a bye in the 1st round, and begin play next weekend.
Area teams receiving byes included the Fairmont Martins and Lamberton Long Sox.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be capped at 250 people per game. The ticket price is $7. Games will also be available to watch online for a fee through Prep Spotlight TV.