A handful of Baker City Little League all‑star teams have descended on Pendleton, Oregon, for the District 3 tournament, a stepping stone toward the state championship. The competition brings together baseball and softball squads from multiple age groups, each vying for a spot in the upcoming state tournament.
Baseball Matchups
The 10‑11‑12 baseball team opened the tournament with a decisive 21‑6 victory over Harney County. They are slated to face the winner of the Wallowa Valley and Pendleton matchup on Wednesday, July 1, at 4:30 p.m. Meanwhile, the 8‑9‑10 baseball squad will meet Pendleton on Tuesday, June 30, at 4:30 p.m., and the 9‑10‑11 team will take on La Grande earlier that same day at 11:30 a.m. The Junior baseball team is scheduled to play Wallowa Valley on Thursday, July 2, at 9 a.m.
Softball Results
The 10‑11‑12 softball team encountered a tough opponent in Hermiston, falling 15‑0. They will next meet an as‑yet‑undetermined opponent on Tuesday, June 30, at 7 p.m., hoping to rebound in the tournament.
Rosters for each age‑group team have been published, giving fans a glimpse of the players who will represent Baker City on the diamond and the field.