Live Oak Bomb-A-Thon set to inspire young sluggers

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Anticipation is mounting as the Live Oak Bomb-A-Thon approaches. Scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 24 and Sunday, Feb. 25, this event promises to be a thrilling spectacle, drawing travel ball teams from far and wide to compete in a friendly yet spirited tournament. Teams in the 9U, 10U and 11U age categories will take to the field, ready to showcase their skills and compete for glory. What sets this tournament apart is its unique twist on the game: the fences are brought in closer than usual, giving young sluggers the opportunity to hit their first home runs—hence the event's name of Bomb-A-Thon. Spectators are invited to join in the exci