Braves win opener

The 12U Pirates, sponsored by Bikes Plus, beat the Blue Jays 7-1 in their season opener Saturday. They are (kneeling, from left): Nolan Blanchard, Dylan Hanks, Gant Player, Dave Conrey and Jon Hayde. Second row (from left): Coach Rip Hanks, Trent Bedell, Zach Schonewolf, Garret Peek, Tony Thomas, Coach Jim Schoenwolf, Chris Cain and Daniel Tirado.