The Chandler SLAM 12-under team played in the state tournament last week at Stroud, facing the Stratford Bulldogs in the first round on Thursday. Upper left, pitcher Gabriella Murfin sends one to the plate while first baseman Blaklei Smith awaits the outcome. Above right, catcher Miyah Collier absorbs a collision with a Stratford runner. Above left, second baseman Isabella Foster prepares to throw out a runner after fielding a grounder. The SLAM lost its two games, falling to Stratford and Keota. Photos/ Brian Blansett