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A number of pivotal games were played, Saturday, in both the Baseball Canada Cup and Bantam Girls Championship.

In Day 3 Canada Cup action, Manitoba evened their record at 2-2 by defeating Newfoundland and Labrador 12-0 in five innings.

Starting pitcher Brendan Johnson surrendered just one hit, no runs, no walks, and fanned six for the complete game victory.

British Columbia edged Quebec 5-3 in 1:00 PM action from Athletic Park, handing Quebec their first loss in the tournament thus far.

Improving to 2-1, B.C. left fielder Greg Wallace’s second inning 3 RBI double to right-centre highlighted the offence.

In other Cup competition, New Brunswick defeated P.E.I. 7-3, while Ontario doubled up on Saskatchewan for a 10-5 win.

For more information, complete box scores, schedules, and standings, please visit the 2006 Baseball Canada Cup website at www.baseball.ca/cup/

Turning to Bantam Girls action, B.C. maintained their undefeated record and Pool B lead by defeating Ontario 11-6.

B.C. second baseman Laura Gordon contributed with a 2-for-3 performance, driving in three runs.

In Pool A, Saskatchewan solidified their spot atop the standings, narrowly defeating Quebec 11-10.

Sask. centre fielder Sarah Bachart led her team, going 2-for-4 at the plate with 2 RBI, and 1 run scored.

In other action, Alberta improved to 2-1, trumping Newfoundland/Labrador 21-2 in yet another mercy rule shortened game.

Shortstop Kendra Miller and second baseman Kristen Heisler helped secure the victory with three hits apiece.

 For more information on the Bantam Girls Championship from Grande Prairie, Alta. please visit www.baseball.ca/bantamgirls/