It came down to the wire on Saturday at Stonewall Quarry Park, as Central Energy U13 grabbed the victory in walk-off fashion, 13-12, over Smitty's Terminators. The game was tied at 12 in the bottom of the sixth when Cassandra Lanthier tripled, driving in the winning run. Both offenses were strong at the plate as the Energy collected five hits and Terminators 12 in the high-scoring affair. Bianca Lanthier pitched three innings in relief for Central. The reliever surrendered one hit and one run (zero earned) while striking out four and walking one. Collins Vrooman began the game allowing nine hits and 10 runs (eight earned) over one and one-third innings, striking out two and walking one. Brady Wiebe also pitched one inning, allowing 2 hits and fanning one batter.
Central Energy couldn't keep up with Interlake Phillies and fell 13-3 in Central’s second game of the day. Brady W stepped in the circle first for Central. The righty gave up six hits and eight runs (two earned) over two innings, striking out two and walking one. C Lanthier pitched one inning, allowing 5 hits, and striking out 2. Kylie Wiebe went 2-for-2 at the plate to lead Central Energy in hits. She also was quick on her feet, stealing 2 bases in the game.
Next up for Central Energy U13 is a double header against the Winnipeg Lightning at Riel Park in Winnipeg on June 9.
The U15 squad enjoyed an off weekend and are gearing up for the Wheat City Classic tournament in Brandon this weekend.
The U17 club had their scheduled double header postponed due to rain.