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Monroe wins Firecracker title
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The Monroe Lightning 18U traveling softball team won the Firecracker tournament Sunday, June 30 in Loves Park, Ill. The Monroe Lightning team members include, front row, from left, Sam Hose, Katie Holmes and Chandra McGuire. In the middle row are Taylor OLeksy, Rachel DeJongh and Kristen Udelhofen. In the back row are Melissa Brant, Tayshia Taylor, Kayla Updike and Ellie Grossen. (Photo supplied)
LOVES PARK, ILL. - The Monroe Lightning 18U traveling softball team won the 11-team 2013 USSSA Firecracker Frenzy 18U Open Tournament in Loves Park, Ill. Sunday, June 30. The Lightning is made up of girls from Monroe and surrounding communities. Monroe defeated the Stateline Fury 2-1 in the championship game at Thunder Park.