Getting Ready

Sports

July 21, 2021

Getting Ready

Varsity fastpitch softball teams in Okmulgee County are currently taking the field, holding practice sessions in order to get prepared for the upcoming 2021 season, which is set to get underway for most teams on Monday, August 9. Pictured above, the Okmulgee Lady Bulldog fastpitch softball team works on fielding drills during last Thursday’s opening day of practice. At left, members of the Preston Lady Pirate fastpitch softball team work on getting better at fielding ground balls during Monday’s practice session. Below, Henryetta Lady Knight fastpitch softball players play catch during last Friday’s practice workout. LARRY OWEN

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