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Huff cuts the ribbon.
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Craig Stark speaks at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Assistant Principal Christina Coy and some of the Redbirds.
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Bridget Lyles operates a mixing board as Craig Stark plays the national anthem.
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Coach Brett Huff and the team.
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Huff answers questions about the new field.
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Athletic Director Kim Wheeler.
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Assistant Superintendent Kristi Baumgartner introduces the players and Huff.
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From left, Maddi Baca, Wendy Banard, Jeanea Epps, Micah Summers, Crista Banard and Felicia Alexander.
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From left, Tyler Hazelwood, Tyler Steward and Zack Carter.
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From left, Huff, Alex Gates and Sam Miller.
WHO: Alton Middle School student-athletes, administrators and families
WHAT: Ribbon-cutting for new seventh- and eighth-grade baseball field
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 23
WHERE: Alton Middle School, 2200 College Ave., Alton
WHY: To improve the school’s baseball and softball programs and increase participation. Other schools in the district and outside organizations also will be able to use the field.
Photos by Eric Stauffer, Dark Horse Art Works