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CTV News
a day ago
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- CTV News
Regina Red Sox storm back to defeat Sylvan Lake, claiming first WCBL championship since 2012
The Regina Red Sox are the 2025 Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) champions after defeating the Sylvan Lake Gulls in a winner-take-all Game 3 5-4 Saturday. It is the Red Sox's third championship in franchise history, but their first since winning back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2012. Regina lost the first game of the series at home Thursday 3-2 in an extra innings thriller. Facing elimination on the road Friday night and behind two runs, Regina scored six in the top of the 9th inning and win 10-7 to force the decisive Game 3. The Red Sox would get out early on the Gulls in the final game. A base hit from Regina-product Brady Bye would lead to a Sylvan Lake error which allowed Rafael Jackson to score the game's opening run. Shortstop Matthew Fox shinned again, going 3/4, scoring one run. Starting pitcher Chris Spry would work into the 5th inning, giving up just three runs on three hits. After getting into a bases loaded jam, Ayden Page would come out of the bullpen and shut down the Gulls. Page would finish the game on the mound, pitching 5 innings, giving up just one earned run on 6 hits, striking out 6 batters - earning the victory for Regina. Sylvan Lake took the lead in the fifth, but Regina would regain the lead in the seventh and never lose it from there. The Regina Red Sox are the 2025 Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) champions after defeating the Sylvan Lake Gulls in a winner-take-all Game 3 5-4 Saturday. It is the Sox's third championship in franchise history, but their first since winning back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2012. Regina lost the first game of the series at home Thursday 3-2 in an extra innings thriller. Facing elimination on the road Friday night and behind two runs, Regina scored six in the top of the 9th inning and win 10-7 to force the decisive Game 3. The Red Sox would get out early on the Gulls in the final game. A base hit from Regina-product Brady Bye would lead to a Sylvan Lake error which allowed Rafael Jackson to score the game's opening run. Starting pitcher Chris Spry would work into the 5th inning, giving up just three runs on three hits. After getting into a bases loaded jam, Ayden Page would come out of the bullpen and shut down the Gulls. Page would finish the game on the mound, pitching 5 innings, giving up just one earned run on 6 hits, striking out 6 batters Sylvan Lake took the lead in the fifth, but Regina would regain the lead in the seventh and never lose it from there.
CTV News
2 days ago
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- CTV News
Regina saves season with 6-run ninth inning to topple Gulls in Sylvan Lake
Ty Yukumoto of the Sylvan Lake Gulls celebrates after hitting a 2-run home run in Game 2 of the WCBL finals Friday night The Regina Red Sox roared late in Sylvan Lake Friday night, scoring six times with two outs in the ninth inning to complete a 10-7 comeback win over the Sylvan Lake Gulls. The stunning comeback tied the best-of-three Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) championship series at a game apiece. Game 3 is Saturday night in Sylvan Lake. Friday, it looked as if the Gulls were cruising towards their first WCBL title. They built leads of 5-1 and 6-4 and only needed three outs. Regina got two on in the ninth, but closer Mickey McClaskey struck out Red Sox slugger Ian Montz, who had already hit two home runs on the night. McClaskey's wild pitch moved the runners to second and third, but he struck out Riley Bender, putting the Gulls on the precipice of a championship. With 1,925 fans preparing to celebrate, McClaskey got two strikes on third baseman Justin Simard, only to have him drive home both runners to tie it up at 6-6. Then it started to rain. Outfielder Jordan Tucker walked and another McClaskey wild pitch moved the runners up. They both scored on a single by Rafael Jackson to make it 8-6, and then second baseman Zayd Brannigan homered to make it 10-6. The Gulls loaded the bases in their half of the ninth but could only plate one more run. McClaskey took the loss on three hits, six runs and two wild pitches. Nicolas Yard got the win for the Red Sox and Vittorio Iacobucci the save. Thursday night, Sylvan Lake won 3-2 in 11 innings on a double steal of second base and home plate. Sylvan Lake gets another chance to celebrate Saturday. First pitch in the deciding Game 3 is set for 7:05 p.m. For more about the Gulls, go here.
CTV News
3 days ago
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Sylvan Lake Gulls 1 win away from championship
The Sylvan Lake Gulls are making their debut against the Edmonton Prospects on Friday, June 18, 2021. (Nav Sangha/CTV News Edmonton) The Sylvan Lake Gulls are one win away from the Western Canadian Baseball League championship. The Gulls are playing a best-of-three series against the Regina Red Sox. Sylvan Lake took Game 1 in Regina with a 3-2 win in extra innings Thursday night. If they win Game 2 at home Friday night, the Gulls will be champions. If Regina wins Game 2, there will be a deciding Game 3 in Sylvan Lake Saturday night. Game 2 starts at 7:05 p.m.
Calgary Herald
6 days ago
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- Calgary Herald
Okotoks Dawgs' drive for fourth straight WCBL title ends at hands of Sylvan Lake Gulls
Article content The Okotoks Dawgs' season is over, as is their drive for a record fourth straight Western Canadian Baseball League championship. Article content A six-run second inning by host Sylvan Lake set the table for the Gulls' 8-4 win on Monday night to complete a sweep of the best-of-three West Division final. Article content After the clubs traded singles in the first inning, the Gulls broke it open in the second thanks to six hits and a costly Okotoks error at Gulls Stadium. Article content Article content The scoring dried up until the sixth inning when the Dawgs got one run back. They scored another two in the eighth to close the gap to 7-4, but the Gulls responded with one run in the bottom half of the frame. Article content Article content Okotoks starter Brady Baltus gave up two earned runs on six hits before being replaced in the second inning. Article content Brady Forno came on in relief and surrendered two earned runs on two hits in 0.1 innings of work. He was replaced by Garrett White, who also allowed two hits and committed an error that led to three more runs. Article content Offensively for the Dawgs, Logan Grant recorded two hits and a pair of RBI, and Nash Crowell had three hits and drove in a run. Article content
CTV News
31-07-2025
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Explore Alberta's beautiful lakes this long weekend
People are seen floating down the Pembina River in Athabasca County, Alberta. (Pembina River Tubing) Alberta is well-known for being home to the Rocky Mountains, but the province's lakelands offer outdoor experiences that can be enjoyed by everyone, whether it's for a day-trip or the long weekend. 'If you're looking to explore a new part of Alberta, outside of the popular mountain destinations, this summer is a great time to get off the beaten path and explore the Northern Rockies and Lakelands regions,' said Rene Rondeau with Travel Alberta. 'There is no shortage of family fun or thrill-seeking adventures to be had.' Here is a look at some of Alberta's best lakes near Edmonton: Sylvan Lake With around one million visitors each year, Sylvan Lake is likely the most popular lake destination in Alberta outside of the Rocky Mountains. Once known for its now-defunct outdoor water park, the town still has plenty to offer with mini golfing, go-karting, shopping, breweries, restaurants, the lighthouse and more. Extended: Flyboarding in Sylvan Lake, Alta. You can relax along the sandy beaches or take to the water whether it's swimming, boating or paddling. There is also an on-water playground with a 15-foot slide and climbing wall, a trampoline and monkey bars. Rates for the Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash range from $18 for one hour to $40 for a day pass. Camping is available around the lake but there are also plenty of hotels to accommodate you on your lake trip. Sylvan Lake is about 160 kilometres south of Edmonton. Wabamun Lake Wabamun Lake, located just 65 kilometres west of Edmonton, is one of the most heavily used lakes in Alberta. Its name comes from the Cree word for mirror, wâpamon. The lake is well known for its large population of northern pike and natural beaches. Wabamun Provincial Park Crowds at Wabamun Provincial Park in Alberta on July 26, 2020. It is also home to a sailing club and is frequently used for canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, power boating and water skiing. There are also trails for hiking, cycling and mountain biking. Several campgrounds are available around the lake as well as day-use areas. Pembina River Although it is not a lake, Pembina River deserves a spot on the list for its popularity. The river, which splits off of the Athabasca River, is widely known for its winding curves and gentle current that can be appreciated on a relaxing tube. Pembina River Tubing is located south of Entwistle and offers tubing rentals and a shuttle service so you can enjoy the Ice-Age-created gorge. Pembina River People are seen tubing on Pembina River in Alberta. (Pembina River Tubing) Tube reservations are available but not required as there are first-come-first-serve spots available. Prices for tubing range depending on the age of the riders but are around $35 to $38. Life jacket rentals and shuttle service is included in the price. There is also camping just north of Entwistle in Pembina River Provincial Park. The provincial park is located about 100 kilometres west of Edmonton. Lac Ste. Anne/Alberta Beach The beach town of Alberta Beach located on the south shore of Lac Ste. Anne is a popular locale for Edmontonians due to its close proximity. The lake is known for its warm waters as well as the Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage that attracts thousands to the lake in the last week of July. Bacteria People are seen enjoying the waters of Lac Ste. Anne The quaint village has shops, cafes and restaurants along its main drag near the shore that has access to a boat launch. Campgrounds and the Alberta Beach Golf Resort are just minutes away from the village as well as several summer villages. Alberta Beach is about 70 kilometres northwest of Edmonton. Skeleton Lake Although the name sounds spooky, Skeleton Lake is a hub for fishing, golfing and boating. The lake's Cree name, Cheply Sakhahigan, translates to 'place of the skeletons.' It is believed that a Cree chief is buried along the eastern shore of the lake. The Shoreline Shore Resort on the southeast side of the lake has camping that can accommodate tenting and RVs. Cabins are also available. Skeleton Lake Skeleton Lake is a lake in Athabasca County in north-central Alberta. (Skeleton Lake Stewardship Association) The resort has an outdoor heated pool, beach volleyball, horseshoe pits, two playgrounds, a restaurant, convenience store and an ice cream stand. The resort is known for its swimming, fishing, ATV riding, wildlife spotting and nature walks. It is also minutes from the Skeleton Lake Golf and Country Club and the summer villages of Mewatha Beach and Bondiss. Skeleton Lake is in Athabasca County, about 150 kilometres north of Edmonton.
