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NightOwls Win On A Waters Walk-Off

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6 months ago

June 6, 2024

Dugout Wire Service

NightOwls walkoff Black Bears at Serauxmen to move into first-place tie

NANAIMO, B.C. — In the now-third season of Nanaimo NightOwls baseball in the WCL, there have been many exciting games played in the Harbour City — none match what happened Wednesday night.

Then Nanaimo NightOwls scores three times in the bottom of the ninth, the last two on a two-out single by designated hitter Wylie Waters, for a 6-5 win over the visiting Cowlitz Black Bears.

It wasn’t an easy one in any sense of the word.

Cowlitz held a 2-0 lead until the ‘Owls managed one run in the sixth, two in the seventh and the decisive three in the ninth — a rebound after Cowlitz scored three in the top of the ninth including a cheeky straight steal of home by Sergio Decello.

The NightOwls are now 4-1 to start their third West Coast League season. The squad won two of three on the road in Kelowna to start the campaign and is now 2-0 on home grass and shale.

The Owls — are in first place in the North Division, tied with the Wenatchee AppleSox. The Victoria HarbourCats are a half game back at 4-2. The NightOwls and Black Bears will finish the three game series on Thursday night, then fly to Edmonton for a three-game series that runs Friday-Saturday-Sunday.

Lefty Tahj Orona started for the NightOwls and went three innings, followed by (Kobe) Li Sih-te, Armaan Drar and winning pitcher Ryan Inouye.

Riley Paulino was 3-4, David Draayers was 2-4 with two RBIs, Waters was 2-5. The NightOwls outhit the Black Bears 13-11.

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The next home game for the NightOwls is Wednesday, June 12 when the Victoria HarbourCats arrive, and on that roster is Manny Jr and Lucas Ramirez, sons of MLB legend Manny Ramirez, who will be with the HarbourCats team to follow his sons all season. The Redmond Dudes then show up for a weekend series June 14-15-16.

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Victoria HarbourCats – VISL, HarbourCats, NightOwls enter strategic partnership

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1 day 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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1 day 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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