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North Whidbey Little League has opening day festivities

Members of the North Whidbey Little League show their emotions during the annual opening day ceremonies Saturday, April 12. This season, 39 teams and 441 players will take part in nine divisions of baseball and softball. Above left, the Ironbirds respond to the introduction of their team. Shown, from left, are Andrew LaPointe, Ryan Mayhew, Robert Wright, Isaiah Walton, Jaedyn Calleja, Audrey Luna and Cole Mullins. Catrionia Frazier, Xavier Reid and Tre’Monte Peoples are also on the team.