The Arkansas Matrix captured the championship of the 12 & under Class “A” Texas Independence Celebration Tournament, which was held in McKinney, Texas the weekend of April 26. The Matrix went unbeaten over the weekend and scored a total of 66 runs while only allowing four.
Members of the team include, front from left, Meagan Chism of Bryant, Hallie Siems of Stuttgart, Gianni Hulett of Bryant, Rylie Hamilton of Cabot, Claudia Benning of Prattsville; back row, Madison Stokes of Bryant, Kayli Pennington of Pottsville, Jaylen Mallard of Jacksonville, Sophia Hampton of Pottsville, Payton Freeling of Greenbrier. Assistant coaches are from left, Clay Hamilton, Richard Weaver and Clay Siems. Head coach is Jack Hulett.
The team is sponsored by Tip Top Sports & Fitness, Shoe Carnival Inc., Dennis Holt of U.S. International Media, Duffield Gravel, Blackstone Construction, Soulter Construction, Tanner Veterinary Hospital, Morrilton Abstract Co, Inc., Maus Implement Co., Beacon Tire, Keeton International LLC., Eric Markle of Fat Daddy’s Bar BBQ, Bibler Lumber, Modern Woodman Insurance, Baker Refrigeration, Cbay Trading & Loan, Professional Mortgage Co., Jim Carruth of Poultry Specialties Inc., Kent & Glenna Dollar Company CPA,. World Wide Weapons.
