If you're looking for something to add to your enjoyment on the Fourth of July, the Blytheville Youth Sportsplex is playing host to the 9-year-old 2014 Cal Ripken North Arkansas State Tournament beginning Friday.
Twelve teams from around the state, including host Blytheville, will take part in the three-day tournament with Pool Play beginning at 1 p.m. on Friday. The Blytheville 9-year-olds play Batesville at 1 p.m. on Field 1 to open the tournament.
This weekend's tournament is the last baseball tournament of the season at the Sportsplex while there are still two softball tournaments scheduled for late July and early August.
The Sports Hall Classic is scheduled for July 26 while the Denso Invitational is Aug. 2.