Public ArticleJT Keith | Artesia Daily Press The team gathers around before the game on Monday, June 15, at Bob Forest Sports Complex in Carlsbad.Artesia assistant coach Jason Tavera shakes hands with the umpire before the game.The players relax before taking the field against Carlsbad.Artesia assistant coach brings his A-game in tennis shoes.Parents encourage their kids during the first inning of the game.The home plate umpire shows Artesia player James Turner some love before the start of the game on Monday night at Bob Forest Sports Complex in Carlsbad.The players before the game, as they listen ot the National Anthem.
Artesia manager Arron Acosta relaxes while handing in the lineup card on Monday night before the game.
Artesia pitcher throws the first pitch to a Carlsbad batter in the first inning.A Carlsbad hitter takes a swing at the ball during Monday night action.The Artesia pitcher looks at a Carlsbad runner trying to score from third base in the third inning.An Artesia pitcher throws the ball to the catcher to try to make an out during the game.
The Artesia catcher applies the tag to the Carlsbad runner for the out to get Artesia out of the inning.
The Carlsbad runner tries to avoid the tag by the catcher.An Artesia hitter hits the ball to third base and tries to beat out a hit.In a close play at first base, the umpire is in a perfect position to make the call.Artesia’s James Turner congratulates his teammates after scoring two runs to give them a 3-2 lead in the second inning.An Artesia runner scored to give the team a 9-4 lead over Carlsbad.Fans attend the game.
