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The Butler County Jr. Pro Softball wrapped up its inagural season Thursday, May 31 by recognizing players in the BCMS Gym. The teams were originally slated to play their season-ending tournament, but the games were rained out.

Teams were recognized based on their overall record during league games. Players were presented medals and coaches received plaques of appreciation for their efforts.

The Hilltoppers, coached by Jesse Miller, finished in 3rd place with a record of 4-8. Back row: Coach Charlotte Clark, Madison Clark, McKenna Lindsey, Alexis White, Michayla Johnson, Addison Miller, Lydia Brown, and Coach Jesse Miller. Front row: Heaven Johnson, Maddie Moore, Jaycee Crank, Hannah House, Kadence Whitsell, and Cara White.

The Cimson Tide, coached by Kyle Newcom, finished in 2nd Place with a record of 5-8. Back row: Coach Kyle Newcom, Isabella Embry, Malia Merideth, MacKenzie Tyree, Johnna Cox, and Jalyn Embry. Front row: Destiny Edmonds, Delaney Newcom, Ellie Embry, Jayden Dockery, and Kaylee Gaddie. Not pictured: Mackenzie Pendley and Bailee Proctor.

The Cardinals, pictured above in lead photo, placed 1st with a 12-1 record. Angie Easley coached the Cardinals. Back row: Coach Angie Easley, Chloe Cardwell, Lola Clark, Avery Gleason, Isabella Easley, Skylar Schroeder, and Coach Leslie Cardwell. Front row: Ren Pannell, Carly Cardwell, Skyler Ritchie, Peyton Gallagher, and Mattie Clark.

League Coordinator Katie Gary would like to thank everyone who played a role in making this season a success. 

"We have been so fortunate because there have been so many people help out in one way or another during the course of this season. The league would like to thank all the players for making the commitment to come to all the practices and games. The league would like to thank the parents, grandparents, and others who brought their child out to each game and practice. We would also like to thank the coaches for volunteering their time to work with these kids day in and day out. The league would also like to thank those who contributed in any other way, whether it be keeping book, running the scoreboard, donating funds, and so on. Without you all, this league would not have been as successful as it was this first season."

Teams played games at the Charles Black City Park and the Rochester Ball Park. The season started mid-April and ran through the end of May.