A player for the Astros throws out a pitch in the gold medal game of the U15A Championships. (Derek Craddock/paNOW Staff)

By Derek Craddock

SILVER AND GOLD

Astros claim gold, Aces silver in U15A Provincials

Jul 10, 2022 | 5:06 PM

It was a golden performance for the Prince Albert Astros while the Aces were shining silver at the U15A Softball Provincials.

The Astros finished first in the round-robin to advance to the championship game on Sunday where they beat Ochapowace First Nation 8-1.

The Prince Albert Astros with their gold medals and banner. (Derek Craddock/paNOW Staff)

Head Jordan Ambrose said it was truly a team effort.

“I’m proud for the boys. It’s been a long road. This group’s been together for a lot of years and now to be able to do this at home in front of our parents and family and friends, it’s pretty special.”

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Meanwhile, after a dominant round-robin, the Prince Albert Aces were looking to close out the tournament with a gold medal.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be as the Melfort Spirit won the final game 6-1. The Spirit claimed bronze in an earlier game beating the Regina Lazers 3-1.

(Prince Albert Minor Softball Association/Facebook)

Despite the loss, the Aces will still play in Nationals Aug. 3-7 in Saskatoon.

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