Alexis Czapinski connects with the ball while attempting to send it toward 10 waiting fielders. Coaches stand in the field with the girls to both encourage and instruct the fledgling ball players.

Mary Grace Swanson holds onto her helmet while running to first base. Because players and coaches don't keep track of outs, each inning ends after every player has had a chance at bat.

Catherine Amick makes drawings in the dirt at third base between plays. Players rotate positions each inning so everyone can get a taste of different roles on the field.

Players show their sportsmanship after their last game of the season at Broken Arrow Park. Lawrence Parks and Recreation Intro Girls T-Ball League ended its season Tuesday.

Abby Schletzbaum basks in the reflection of her participation trophy. Every player in the league, which is open only to 5- and 6-year-old girls, received a trophy for their efforts.