Updated: Swampscott Buddies See Former Classmate Pitch Triple-A Team to Crown

Swampscott's Chris Dwyer tossed a gem in Allentown, PA, Tuesday night, and Swampscott friends were there to witness it.

Chris had a perfect game going into the 7th inning and was named the game's MVP as the KC Royals' Triple-A affiliate — the Omaha Storm Chasers — edged the Durham Bulls 2-1.

In the stands at Coca-Cola Park were Chris' longtime classmates Kevin Marrie, Andy Glaab and Matt O'Brien.

They go way back — to first grade — with the professional baseball pitcher, and celebrated his success after the game with a group photo.

Matt and Andy went to Stanley School with Chris, and Kevin went to Clarke School but all of them grew up playing baseball together in Swampscott, said Kimberly O'Brien. 

Kevin, Andy and Matt drove to the game together, and sat behind home plate cheering on Chris.

"They wanted him to know they were there to support him," Kimberly said. "At times you could see the three of them right behind the plate cheering him on."

Kevin, Andy and Matt have been watching Chris all through his minor league career.   

They are in touch often and have remained close friends.