The 13U LaSalle
Athletics (Gold 2010) capped their incredible season as the Eastern Canadian
Champions in Cardigan, Prince Edward Island, earning gold medals and the highest
honours possible at 13U
The
Athletics ran the table in the tournament, going 7-0, including back-to-back
wins against the previously undefeated Waterloo Ghosts. LaSalle’s young women took away Waterloo’s
undefeated season in Friday’s battle of the pool winners and backed up the win
with a tight 5-4 victory in the gold medal game.
Throughout
the tournament, the Athletics showed what has become their trademarks: strong
pitching, consistent offense up and down the order, and resiliency. LaSalle was down in several games on the
weekend, including both games with Waterloo, and battled back to win each time. The Easterns championship was an impressive,
but unsurprising result, as young women of the Athletics showed the heart they have
displayed all year in their relentless pursuit of their team goals.
Madison
Potter, one of several A’s pitchers that excelled during Easterns, was named
Pitcher of the Tournament following the final game. A well-earned distinction for one of the
team’s leaders.
Special
thanks go to Claire Moncada of the Vaughan Vikings, as well as the whole
Moncada family and the gracious 2010 Vikings team, for stepping on to the
Athletics squad at the last minute due to injuries and absences. Claire fit in seamlessly, earning honourary
Athletics status and the appreciation of the team.
The
players’ families, friends and the entire Athletics organization are proud of
what the 13U team accomplished during the 2023 season. The athletes showed amazing growth as players
and young adults this season, and have been rewarded with unforgettable
memories and experiences that will last a lifetime.
Finally,
the coaches, players and families would like to again thank the generous
sponsors that supported the 2010 Athletics during our 2023 season. The continued support of the following
sponsors allowed these young athletes to accomplish their goals, be it in Ontario
or all the way to PEI: The Hideout Bar & Grill, Liberty Business Brokers
of Ontario, Realtor Pali Goraya, Robinson Transport, Unifor Locals 200, 444 and
2027, Unifor Windsor Essex County Skilled Trades Council and Waterbee
Pools & Hot Tubs.