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Defense takes center stage at AFA stops in Meridian, with 2026 qualifier highlights
Back‑to‑back AFA events in Meridian put leather on display, from layout grabs to smooth turns in the dirt. The Salute to Service slate and the 2026 AFA Northwest Regional National Qualifier both featured defense that stole outs and stalled rallies [1][2].The highlight cuts underscore team‑first baseball — clean communication, smart positioning, and quick transfers — that set the tone throughout tournament play in the city [1][2].