The Carlsbad Current-Argus reported that Deming suffered a crushing walk-off loss to Albuquerque-South Valley in the state tournament being played in Carlsbad, but fought back through elimination games and ultimately defeated South Valley 7-1 in Monday’s championship game.
Deming coach Jesus Nieto said he viewed the loss as a blessing-in-disguise because he said his players needed that defeat to drive forward.
The Deming All-Stars ended with a 9-1 record, beating Silver and Copper All-Stars to win the district… and beating Clovis, Las Vegas and Albuquerque-South Valley for the state championship.
The Deming 11-year-old All-Stars are Alejandro Ballinas… Kellen Carbajal… Allan Carreon… Gabriel Chavez… Javier Gallosa… Martin Granillo… Anthony Lopez… Esteban Lopez… Fernando Milo… Justin Morales… Ryan Remondini… and Iverson Ruiz.
The boys were coached by Jesus Nieto, Mario Ruiz and Javier Gallosa.