Bernard carried:

Libby-Mitchell pitcher Chris Bernard is surrounded by teammates and carried off the field by Casey McKague after getting the final out in Saturday’s 4-3 win over Nova Seafood in the American Legion Zone 4 championship game. Bernard pitched a nine-inning complete game. He also had two hits, scored twice and knocked in a run. The win earned Libby-Mitchell a spot in the state tournament, which begins on Saturday in Augusta.

Staff photo by Tom Minervino

Bernard throws:

Libby-Mitchell pitcher Chris Bernard delivers a pitch to Nova Seafood’s Jack Heary during Saturday’s American Legion Zone 4 championship game at Deering High School. Libby-Mitchell won 4-3 behind a nine-inning complete game from Bernard, who also had two hits, scored twice and knocked in a run.

Staff photo by Tom Minervino

Sanborn steal:

Nova Seafood’s Jack Heary slides safely into second base as Libby-Mitchell’s Lincoln Sanborn gets a glove on the throw during Saturday’s American Legion Zone 4 championship game at Deering High School.

Staff photo by Tom Minervino