Master of the Fungo
Hawks assistant coach Scott McGarrh hits fungos before Game 3 Saturday (May 21). This almost looks like one of those photo contests where the readers submit their own photo captions.

Competitor
Junior pitcher Cameron Bara rests a moment in the 97-degree heat during the Hawks' 10-inning win in Game 3. Bara went 7 1/3 strong innings but did not get a decision.

Pregame Intros
Hawks players gather before the Game 3 pregame introductions on the field at Irving MacArthur.

First-Inning Double
Justin Pitrucha legs out a first-inning double in Game 3. Moments later, he came around to score the Hawks' first run on a double by Mitchell Putman.

Tie Game!
Players celebrate after scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh (with two outs) to tie Game 3.

Winning Pitcher, Rally Starter
Mark Putman (left) was the winning pitcher in Game 3, while brother Mitchell tied the game with a ground ball in the seventh and opened the 10th inning with a single.

Broady Takes His Cuts
Designated hitter Justin Broady takes a cut at a fastball in the fourth inning of Game 3.

On The Bases
Brian Aubuchon chugs to third base while pinch-running in Game 3.

Preparing To Hit
Patrick Timmerman prepares himself to step into the batter's box during Game 3 Saturday (May 21), a game played at Irving MacArthur High School.

What a Finish!
With Eric Clayton scoring the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning - thanks to Landon Esquivel's single to right - the Hawks sprinted from the dugout to celebrate.

Focused Shortstop
Hawks' shortstop Rusty McGee during early action of Game 2 at Hebron Friday (May 20). (Phil Lewis photo)

One Of Two Hits
Brandon Moore beats the throw for an infield hit in Game 2 against Forney at Hebron. Moore's hit was one of just two Forney pitcher Drew Kendrick allowed. (Phil Lewis photo)

Huddle Up
Hawks players huddle before hitting the field for Game 2 of the Regional Quarterfinals vs. Forney May 21 at Hebron. (Phil Lewis photo)

JP at 3B
Justin Pitrucha, whom had pitched the Hawks to victory at Forney the night before, was back at third base for Game 2. (Phil Lewis photo)