The LA Lightning 12U team out of Natchitoches captured the championship at the USSSA MLB Opening Day Classic held in Bossier.

The team secured the tournament title and received commemorative No. 22 Juan Soto-themed championship rings as part of the event.

Team members include Jax Errington, Murphy Linebaugh, Liam Mahloch, Hendrix Johnson, Adam Todtenbier, RJ Braden, Luke Fair, Archer Johnson, Gavin Key, and Carter Hough. The team is coached by Luke Mahloch and Evan Gandy.

The tournament brought together youth teams from across the region to compete in an opening season event celebrating Major League Baseball.

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