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Victoria HarbourCats – HarbourCats defeat Lefties 4 – 1 in series opener; improve home record to 15

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1 year ago

July 11, 2023

Dugout Wire Service

Story by: Micah Collins

July 11, 2023

Victoria BC – The HarbourCats improve their home record to 15-1, defeating the Port Angeles Lefties 4-1 in their series opener Tuesday night in West Coast League action at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park.

The ‘Cats got off to a strong start, scoring three runs on five hits in the bottom of the first; including a two run RBI single from designated hitter Tyler Davis and catcher Russell Young knocking in another run.

FULL BOX SCORE

The lead would stay at three runs throughout the majority of the game up until the top of the seventh where the Lefties brought it back within two as Roberto Nunez sent Isiah Walz to home plate with a single to left field.

Victoria then put the game out of reach in the bottom of the eighth as Marco Pirruccello’s base hit extended the lead to 4-1 and ultimately was too late for the Lefties to begin a comeback.

Texas State University prospect Max Grubbs was on the mound for the ‘Cats, putting up an impressive performance with six strikeouts in four innings work. Relief pitchers Jake Finkelstein and Davis Franklin also put in solid productions striking out six batters together in the latter half of the game.

Despite the loss, Lefties infielder Roberto Nunez’s hot bat continues; hitting two for four and improving his batting average to .368, sixth in the West Coast League.

The HarbourCats look to continue their success at home tomorrow and Thursday night against Port Angeles, both 6:35pm starts before the ‘Cats host the Wenatchee AppleSox for another three game series Friday night, our third fireworks night of the season.

Tickets for all games available at https://harbourcats.com/tickets, or at the office at 1814 Vancouver Street.

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Victoria HarbourCats – VISL, HarbourCats, NightOwls enter strategic partnership

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7 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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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

16 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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2 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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