06/14/2026
🌧️ Stingers Weekend Update 🥎⚡
It was a wet and chilly one for our Stingers, but that didn’t stop the hard work, determination, and some incredible softball!
U9 Unfortunately, U9 had their Calais Little League games rained out.
U11A After a delayed start at the U11 Softball NB Jamboree, the team got their games in!
They battled hard in an exciting matchup against the Twins Diamond, finishing 16–15. With home team advantage decided by a Thursday night coin toss, it made all the difference in a game that had everything—great hits, strong pitching, and solid defensive plays.
In another game update, the girls picked up their first win, 12–11! A standout moment saw Charlotte strike out 6 batters across two innings, including a clutch final inning where she shut things down and held the score at 11.
The bats have been 🔥 these last two games—this group is really coming together!
U11AA & U13AA – Stratford “Swingoff” Tournament (PEI) 🌧️❄️
Both teams wrapped up their round robin play battling not only strong opponents, but frigid temperatures and constant rain.
U11AA Results:
✅ 6–5 win vs Cole Harbour Comets
✅ 10–4 win vs 3 Rivers Cairnes
✅ 9–1 win vs West Royalty
They finished 2nd place and move on to the quarterfinals vs West Royalty Zinck at 8:00 AM!
U13AA Results:
✅ 10–9 win vs Western Attack (walk-off in the bottom of the 6th!)
❌ 14–13 loss vs Antigonish Dirt Devils (battled back from two 5-run innings!)
⭐ Game Highlight: U13AA vs Dartmouth SheDevils (7–5 Win)
One of the biggest moments of the weekend came in a statement game against the Dartmouth SheDevils, a team that has proven to be one of the strongest in the Maritimes. The last time these two teams met, the SheDevils took a decisive 13–3 win in the Moncton Classic championship—so this matchup was a true test of growth for our Stingers.
From the very first inning, St. Stephen came out firing. The girls jumped ahead early, putting up 3 runs in the top of the 1st inning with confident at-bats and aggressive, smart baserunning. Dartmouth answered with a run of their own in the bottom half, and from there it turned into a back-and-forth battle.
This game showcased the full package:
Bats were alive, with players making solid contact and finding gaps. Pitching was locked in, consistently challenging hitters and keeping pressure on. Defensively, the team made key plays when it mattered most. Baserunning was heads-up and disciplined, capitalizing on opportunities.
Through cold, rainy conditions, the energy in the dugout never dipped. Every inning felt like a grind, with both teams pushing hard.
Heading into the later innings, the Stingers held onto a narrow lead. The SheDevils threatened, but the defense stayed composed and executed under pressure. In the bottom of the 6th, with the game on the line, the Stingers shut the door—securing a huge 7–5 win.
The excitement from that final out said it all. This was more than just a win—it was a moment that showed how far this team has come.
Competing, adjusting, and finishing strong against one of the top teams in the region made enduring the rain and cold more than worth it.
💛🖤 A complete team effort and a game these girls won’t forget!
Skills Competition Highlights at Stratford Town Hall: Both teams competed indoors and represented Stingers proudly!
U11AA:
Fielding: Regan MacDonald 🧤
Pitching: Lena Beach ⚾
Base Running: Adelyn Nozzolillo 🏃♀️
Hitting: Gabby Apopei 💥
U13AA:
Fielding: Rhea Burns
Pitching: Isabel Nozzolillo
Base Running: Shelby Bradford
Hitting: Audrey Mitchell
🏆 Top Performers:
Gabby Apopei – Top Hitter
Regan MacDonald – Top Fielder
Lena Beach – Tied for top pitcher, finished a close 2nd on a speed tiebreaker (throwing absolute strikes all day!)
💛🖤 So proud of all our athletes for battling through tough conditions, supporting each other, and representing St. Stephen with heart and determination!
