McKinney North pitcher Brooks Nelson (15) talks to an umpire during a game against Emerson in the first of a three-game Area playoff series on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at McKinney North High School. The North Bulldogs won the game 9-1. Game 2 will be played on Friday at Emerson High School. 
McKinney North's Talon Pate (17) forces Emerson's Colton Davis (2) out at second while turning a double play in the first of a three-game Area playoff series on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at McKinney North High School. The North Bulldogs won the game 9-1. Game 2 will be played on Friday at Emerson High School. photos by Kevin Bartram www.BuzzPhotos.com
