Wins are that much sweeter when they come over a familiar foe.
For Elmore County, the celebration will spill well into the weekend, as the Lady Panthers are headed to state after beating Tallassee 7-6 in 10 innings.
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Elmore County's Hailey O'Brien celebrates a solo homer in the top of the 10th that was the go-ahead run to beat Tallassee in the regional championship. May 12, 2023.
PHOTOS: Elmore County punches ticket to state with victory over Tallassee
Elmore County's Hailey O'Brien celebrates a solo homer in the top of the 10th that was the go-ahead run to beat Tallassee in the regional championship. May 12, 2023.
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