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The Rebels marched down Carman Avenue together, carrying banners featuring sponsors of the athletic association.
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Families happily joined the players in the parade on Carman Avenue.
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At the end of the parade everyone met at the ballfields for a ceremony.
From left, Alessia Buffalino, Kailey Resende, Ava Burressi, Sofia Trotta, Noelle Lodati and Samantha Kellerman were excited to start the season together.
President Joe Aloi shared a few words during the opening ceremony.
Chase Elson, 7, near right, and his brother, Parker, 5, were all dressed up and ready to take the field for the Central Nassau Athletic Association opening day last Saturday.
The sun was shining and spring was in the air for the Central Nassau Athletic Association annual little league parade and opening day ceremony on Saturday, April 23. Ballplayers all dressed up, parents and community members marched down Carman Avenue before a ceremony was held at the field to mark opening day of the baseball and softball season.
CNAA takes in kids from ages 4 to 14 from East Meadow, Salisbury and Westbury. Dozens are registered to play on a Rebels squad with children in their age groups this spring.
President Joe Aloi welcomed families and Community Association of Stewart Avenue President Helen Meittinis spoke a few words while local officials were also in attendance for the festive day.
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