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Victoria HarbourCats – HarbourCats Defeat AppleSox 4-3 In Series Winning Victory

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1 year ago

July 16, 2023

Dugout Wire Service

Above: HarbourCats third baseman Jack Johnson makes a play under the watchful eye of shortstop Hudson Shupe (Photo: Christian Stewart)

Story by Micah Collins

July 15, 2023

Victoria – Tyler Davis hit a pair of home runs, including a 2-run blast in the bottom of the 7th inning that propelled the HarbourCats to a 4-3 win over the Wenatchee AppleSox in West Coast League action Saturday Night at Wilson’s Group Stadium in Victoria.

FULL BOX SCORE

The ‘Cats got off to a strong start in the bottom of the first, as catcher Tripp Clark knocked in an RBI single sending infielder Dallas Macias home taking the early 1-0 lead.

The bats stayed quiet for both teams until the bottom of the third as the HarbourCats extended their lead to two, with Tyler Davis hitting his first home run, a solo shot to left-centre field.

Another big crowd was on hand Saturday night to watch a great, playoff like 4-3 win over Wenatchee (Photo: Christian Stewart)

Wenatchee did not start their comeback until the top of the fourth, tying the game up with a two run home run from shortstop Izzy Lopez.

The ‘Cats then put the game just out of reach in the bottom of the seventh with Tyler Davis’ second home run of the night a few feet from the left field foul pole.

Wenatchee battled back in the top of the eighth as a costly error by Victoria led to a run scored by second baseman Frankie Carney. The AppleSox were unable to tie it up in the top of the ninth as closing pitcher Davis Franklin put in an excellent performance in the half inning, striking out two batters.

It was Harvey’s birthday Saturday and here he celebrates winning the mascot race for the first time this year, beating out Grizz from the Victoria Grizzlies and Stewie from Pacific FC (Photo: Christian Stewart)

The HarbourCats and AppleSox play their series finale at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park tomorrow afternoon at 1:05PM with lots of dogs in attendance for the HabourCats’ annual Bark In The Park game presented by Bosley’s on Yates. A special 11:30AM gate opening. Get your tickets at our one and only ticketing partner Select Your Tickets at harbourcats.com/tickets.

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Victoria HarbourCats – VISL, HarbourCats, NightOwls enter strategic partnership

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7 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

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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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