Norway Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Department Director Deven Pendexter manages the inaugural Norway Home Run Derby on Saturday as some participants in the 10-12 year-old division warm up. Evan W. Houk/Advertiser Democrat

Sullivan Ward belts a home run during the inaugural Norway Home Run Derby at the Lovejoy Sports Complex Saturday. Ward led the 10-12 year-old division with 12 total home runs in the first two rounds. Evan W. Houk/Advertiser Democrat

Hats and t-shirts were available for sale at Norway’s inaugural Home Run Derby Saturday, as well as trophies awarded to the winners. The derby was initiated as a fundraiser for the town’s Little League and softball teams. Evan W. Houk/Advertiser Democrat

Mason Daniels prepares to swing at a baseball during the 10-12 year-old competition at the inaugural Norway Home Run Derby at the Lovejoy Sports Complex on Saturday. Daniels said he enjoyed the event but he is more of a fielder than a hitter, playing first and third base. Evan W. Houk/Advertiser Democrat

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