Chris Appell threw a two-hitter, walked four and struck out three for top-seeded Clarke in a 6-0 win over No. 8 Island Trees in the first round of the Nassau Class A baseball playoffs.

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Peter Falgiano of Clarke slides into second base. (May 12, 2012)

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Louis Mele takes a bad throw and has to hop over Clarke's Jee Russo. (May 12, 2012)

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Clarke players celebrate after the win. ( May 12, 2012)

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Jessie Russo of Clark scores as the Island Tress catcher looks on. (May 12, 2012)

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Louis Mele takes a bad throw and has to hop over Clarke's Jee Russo. (May 12, 2012)

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Joe Carmine slams a double for Clarke. (May 12, 2012)

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Joe Fusco of Clarke is greeted by teammates after scoring. (May 12, 2012)

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Chris Appell pitches for Clarke. (May 12, 2012)

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Chris Appell pitches for Clarke. (May 12, 2012)

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Joe Carmine slams a double for Clarke. (May 12, 2012)

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