The Avoyelles American 7 and 8 year old coach pitch softball team will compete in state competition this weekend in Sterlington. From left are: (back) Coach Chris Jeansonne of Moreauville (left) and Head Coach Glynn Firmin of Simmesport (right) and (kneeling) Coach Chase Ducote of Hessmer, Kylie Jeansonne of Moreauville, Kylee Lemoine of Marksville, Ava Gunnells and Aubrey Firmin, both of Simmesport; Lola Flook of Marksville, Mya Ducote of Hessmer, Rilee Deshotel of Simmesport, Jenna Hill of Marksville, Braelynn Ferguson of Cottonport, Madison Jones of Marksville, Harlee Luke of Echo, Aubree Ducote of Hessmer and Coach Candice Lemoine of Marksville. {Photo courtesy of Paige Jeansonne}