Madison County's All Star teams are made up of the very best players of the recreation park ball teams. On June 14, All Star teams for 7-8 year olds (8U), 9-10 year olds (10U) and 11-12 year olds (12U) all won the district title for Babe Ruth in their division and 8U and 10U went on to compete in the state tournament. Madison's young athletes are excelling in sports-- proving that, no matter what time of year, they are always determined, hard-working and understand the importance of diligence. Babe Ruth League, Inc. is a non-profit, educational organization, named after one of the greatest baseball players of all time – George Herman “Babe” Ruth. Although originally baseball, in 1984, Babe Ruth League, Inc. added Babe Ruth Softball. The Softball Division encompasses players 4 to 18 years of age. The program was organized because Babe Ruth League, Inc. saw a need for a quality national softball program. The softball program was designed to focus on all ability levels of young female athletes, providing them with the same enriching athletic experience as the baseball divisions. According to the organization, Babe Ruth League, Inc. offers an unparalleled, prestigious tournament trail for its participants. A tournament team from each chartered local league enters its district tournament. District winners advance to the state-wide competition, with the successful team qualifying for one of eight regional tournaments. The eight regional champions from across the United States and Canada compete in each World Series.
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1. Photo Submitted. Madison Babe Ruth's 12U Softball team proudly displays their district trophy. In the back row, pictured from left to right, are: Coach Sam Wetherington, Halie Wetherington, Jessie Roberts, Jocelyn Davis, Gracie Galbraith, Shelby Burt and Coach Lenny Galbraith. In the front row, pictured from left to right, are: Savannah Wilford, Jashanti Davis, Rheanna Schreiber, Makenzie Myers and Angel Vann.