The Post 1216 VFW Color Guard comes on to the field during opening ceremonies for the VFW State Tournament Thursday morning at Marcusen Park. Eric Johnson/photodesk@austindailyherald.com

Austin Post 1216 stands at attention during the National Anthem and the opening ceremonies for the VFW State Tournament at Marcusen Park Thursday morning. Eric Johnson/photodesk@austindailyherald.com

Korean War veteran and former Post Commander of Post 1216 Mel Flicek throws out the ceremonial first pitch of the 2022 State VFW Tournament Thursday morning at Marcusen Park. Eric Johnson/photodesk@austindailyherald.com