Opening Day Highlights
The 66th annual Monroe County Fair Baseball Tournament opened on Saturday, July 18, drawing crowds to the local fields for a day of fast‑paced play and celebration.
Jackson Perkins of Ida Blue and Levi Ashcraft of South Rockwood launched home runs over the fence, setting an early tone for the competition.
Monroe American, the defending champions, opened their campaign with two convincing wins, beating Dundee 10‑0 and Erie Mason 19‑7.
South Rockwood’s coach Justin Harrison, who captured a championship as a player in 1999, secured his first tournament victory, a moment he described as a personal highlight.
Sunday’s Action
The schedule for Sunday promises a full slate of games beginning at 8 a.m., with matches spread throughout the day across multiple age divisions.
Bedford Elite 12‑U edged Monroe National 15‑11 after a six‑run sixth inning, while Ida Gold routed Frenchtown 15‑0 with an eight‑run first inning.
In the 11‑U division, Bedford Elite rallied to defeat Ida Blue 8‑6, highlighted by a three‑run surge in the final frame.
Levi Ashcraft added a standout performance, homering twice and driving in four runs against Bedford Elite 12‑U.
The tournament continues to showcase emerging talent, with many young players poised to make their mark before the final games conclude.