Sports Round-Up: Thursday, July 31
Moose Jaw's Little League All Stars will take today off and re-group after their 2nd straight loss at the Canadian Little League Championship in Victoria.
The host Layritz All Stars shutout the local boys 16-0 yesterday. Moose Jaw will play Team Alberta tomorrow morning.
Find the full schedule, scores and standings for the Canadian Little League Championship by clicking here.
NSRBL, BRBL finals going the distance
Two highly entertaining senior baseball playoff series will have a third and final game. The Macklin Lakers won last night to stay alive in the Battle River Baseball League finals against the Veteran Bulls, while the North Battleford Beavers did the same against the Unity Cardinals to remain alive for one more game in the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League championship.
Okotoks Dawgs Academy reflects on historic season
The Okotoks Dawgs 18U Black team has wrapped up a historic season.
The season ended with a 60-5-1 record against non-JUCO teams and six elite tournament championships.
The group featured 24 college commits, including 9 NCAA Division I signees.
Southeast Sun Devils host youth softball open diamond days in Estevan this weekend
The Southeast Sun Devils are inviting softball players from U11 to U17 age groups to participate in their upcoming Open Diamond Days. These free events will provide athletes the opportunity to sharpen their skills, connect with coaches, and enjoy a day of fun on the softball diamond.
Melnic goes the distance as Padres take Game 1 of SCBL final
The Portage Padres couldn’t have scripted a better start to their championship series.
A massive seven-run second inning and a complete game from Chad Melnic lifted the Padres to a 13-5 victory over the Plumas Pirates Wednesday night at Republic of Manitobah Park, kicking off the best-of-five Santa Clara Baseball League Final in commanding fashion.
Scoreboard/Line-up - Thursday, July 31
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30TH
Santa Clara Baseball League
Playoffs - Finals (Best of 5)
Game 1
Portage 13 Plumas 5
American Association Baseball
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks 10 Winnipeg Goldeyes 4
MLB
Toronto 9 Baltimore 8
THURSDAY, JULY 31ST
Canadian Finals High School Rodeo set for this weekend in Brandon
It's been a busy and fun summer for all involved in the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association, and this weekend is looking to be even more exciting with many heading to Brandon for the Canadian Finals High School Rodeo.
Portage Phillies crowned 15U AA Manitoba champions
The Portage Phillies U15 AA baseball team captured the Manitoba Provincial Championship this past weekend, capping off an undefeated tournament run with a thrilling 5-4 victory over the South Central Cubs at Simplot Millennium Park's field 4.
The Phillies dominated pool play and powered through the playoffs to claim the title on Sunday evening.
Head Coach Rob Olson reflected on the team's perfect performance throughout the weekend in Brandon.
AA U15 South Central Cubs impress at provincials, bring home silver
It was a strong weekend for the U15 AA South Central Cubs, culminating in the group earning a silver medal at provincials, a great reward for a hard working, close group.
"Pitching and defense wins," coach Phil Coggan says with a matter of fact tone combined with a sly smile. "Preached that all year. We got some amazing pitching performances from all our players."
U11 Orioles building memories, friendship, and a strong future
A season filled with laughs, memories, and bunch of friends loving the game of baseball, made for a special season for the U11 Carillon Orioles.