The first week of softball practice is full of fielding drills, base running, and a lot of hitting.
During the start of the practice season, the Tahlequah Lady Tigers are focusing on getting the fundamentals down early before the scrimmage season opens. THS head coach Chris Ray said the Lady Tigers are doing well with what his coaching staff is throwing at them.
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Tahlequah softball head coach Chris Ray hits a popup during the first day of practice Tuesday, July 15.
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