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Victoria HarbourCats – ‘Cats clip Riverhawks feathers for second night in a row

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1 year ago

June 21, 2023

Dugout Wire Service

Story and Photos by Christian J. Stewart

June 21, 2023

Victoria, BC – Michael Crossland had a four-hit night with a triple and four RBI to help lead the Victoria HarbourCats to a 11-4 win over the Edmonton Riverhawks in West Coast League action Wednesday night at Wilsons Group Stadium in Victoria.

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The win improves the HarbourCats record to 13-4 overall (10-1 at home) and keeps them in the hunt for the first-half North Division title, with Bellingham (11-3) and Wenatchee (12-4), who were also victorious Wednesday. The 13 wins is also the most by any team in the league to date.

It was National Indigenous Peoples Day on Wednesday and Residential School Survivor Eddy Charlie (left) was on hand with Kristin Spray of the Victoria Orange Shirt Day organization to participate in the pre-game festivities (Photo: Christian J. Stewart)

The game was knotted in a 2-2 tie until the bottom of the fifth inning when the ‘Cats pushed three across the plate thanks in part to Crossland’s two-RBI triple. Victoria added four more in the bottom of the sixth and two more in the bottom of the eighth to put the game away.

Also adding to the ‘Cats 15-hit attack was Tyler Davis with three, Hudson Shupe, Jack Johnson and Dallas Macias with a pair each and Marco Pirruccello and Lane Brewster with one each.

On the mound, Dawson Hurford (now 3-0) gets the win in relief of starter Levi Abbott, throwing 2.2 innings of scoreless relief. Jake Finkelstein, David Dressendorfer and Carson Latimer also made appearances on the hill.

For Edmonton, Tom Poole had a four-hit night with a walk, while Jonny McGill contributed three hits and two RBI to the losing cause. Reliever Tylor Hans took the loss, in relief of starter Riley Barrett.

Nick Dumesnil, wearing special orange socks in honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day, was held hitless against Edmonton Wednesday (Photo: Christian J. Stewart)

The HarbourCats and Riverhawks close out their three game series on Thursday night with another 6:35 pm start. They then head to Bellingham for a huge first place showdown on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, games that could be pivotal in deciding which of those two teams has a shot at the first half North Division title.

Tickets for the finale of the Edmonton series and all HarbourCats home games are available on-line at https://harbourcats.com/tickets. They can also be bought in advance at the HarbourCats office at 1814 Vancouver Street, or at the stadium box office starting one hour before game time.

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Victoria HarbourCats – VISL, HarbourCats, NightOwls enter strategic partnership

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12 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Dugout Wire Service

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 21, 2024

VICTORIA, B.C. — Different sports, but the same community ideals.

The Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo NightOwls, of baseball’s West Coast League, and the Vancouver Island Soccer League (VISL), have entered into a strategic partnership intended to assist the entities in growing grassroots sports and improving facilities on Vancouver Island.

The VISL provides programming and championships on the Island and leads leagues which give the best soccer players an avenue to play the sport for life. Championships such as the Jackson Cup, with many finals played at Royal Athletic Park in Victoria, serve as the crown jewel of the VISL.

More than 6,000 participants are involved with the VISL — sports fans, who will keep track of the Island’s top baseball programs, the HarbourCats and NightOwls, who combined to draw more than 100,000 spectators in 2024.

The baseball teams and VISL will jointly promote each others’ schedules, and provide opportunities for youth participation.

“The atmosphere at HarbourCats and NightOwls games showcase the top fan engagement on the Island, a true gathering point in our communities,” said VISL Executive Director Vince Greco.

“Baseball fans are soccer fans, and soccer fans are baseball fans — it’s about supporting quality programs on the island and furthering awareness. Adding youth opportunities between the two will be the cherry on top.”

Watch for VISL events to recognize the work of the HarbourCats and NightOwls, and feature baseball games to celebrate the success of the VISL.

For more information on the VISL and their programs and offerings, please visit their website HERE.

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The HarbourCats 2025 schedule has now been announced! DETAILS HERE

Single-game tickets and 10-game flex pack voucher renewals are NOT YET AVAILABLE, but will be once the ticketing system is set up for the 2025 season. We will announce this when ready!

Season tickets and 10- game flex packs ARE available for sale by dropping in to the office at 101-1814 Vancouver Street or calling 778-265-0327.

Existing Season Ticket holders are encouraged, if they have not already done so, to renew their seats as soon as possible so as to lock in their seats for what is going to be another great season of HarbourCats Baseball.

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VISL, and HarbourCats/NightOwls, enter strategic partnership

Published

21 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Dugout Wire Service

Different sports, but the same community ideals.

The Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo NightOwls, of baseball’s West Coast League, and the Vancouver Island Soccer League, have entered into a strategic partnership intended to assist the entities in growing grassroots sports and improving facilities on Vancouver Island.

The baseball teams and VISL will jointly promote each others’ schedules, and provide opportunities for youth participation.

“Baseball fans are soccer fans, and soccer fans are baseball fans — it’s about supporting quality programs on the island and furthering awareness. Adding youth opportunities between the two will be the cherry on top.”

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Victoria HarbourCats – You’re Invited! Christmas Open House, November 28-29

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3 days ago

November 19, 2024

Dugout Wire Service

Please join us as we usher in the Holiday Season with our annual Christmas Open House!

When: Thursday and Friday, November 28 and 29
Time: 12 Noon to 7 PM each day
Where: HarbourCats office 101-1814 Vancouver Street.

Come by to say hello and enjoy some hot cider and other beverages and snacks and talk about our upcoming 2025 season!

Plenty of merchandise on hand for the HarbourCats fan on your Christmas list – all at 20% off for the month of November! Plus plenty of HarbourCats and Victoria Golden Tide items available on our special $10.00 clearance rack!

Season tickets and 10-game flex packs will also be available for sale and as a special BLACK FRIDAY bonus, we will throw in a free-gift with the purchase of any 10-pack or season ticket package.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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