Weyburn falls below the national average
Steven Wilson SaskToday.ca
The volume and severity of police-reported crime across Canada fell for the second consecutive year in 2025, but Saskatchewan continues to grapple with the highest Crime Severity Index among the provinces.
According to the latest data in the annual Police-Reported Crime Statistics report, released last Wednesday morning by Statistics Canada, the national Crime Severity Index dropped five per cent to 75.01 in 2025. The index measures both the volume and relative severity of policereported crimes compared to the population. While the national numbers paint a picture of decreasing crime, a closer look at the data reveals persistent challenges across Saskatchewan. Provincial comparison
Despite seeing its overall index drop to 146.64 in 2025 from 154.36 the previous year, Saskatchewan maintains the highest CSI among Canada’s 10 provinces. Manitoba followed as the secondhighest province with a CSI of 130.04, which was a decrease from its 2024 index of 142.66.
On the other end of the spectrum, Ontario re-
corded the lowest CSI in the country at 57.17, followed closely by Quebec at 61.55 and Prince Edward Island at 68.40. Alberta and British Columbia posted indexes of 90.62 and 92.37, respectively.
Cities show wide disparity in Saskatchewan
An analysis of urban centres shows a wide disparity in crime severity across Saskatchewan’s cities. North Battleford recorded the highest index by a significant margin, posting a CSI of 477.10 in 2025. While exceptionally high, this does mark a decrease from 510.90 the previous year. Prince Albert followed with an index of 285.01, which was a notable increase from 267.71 in 2024.
Yorkton recorded a CSI of 172.53, while Melfort came in at 127.80. Both Saskatoon and Swift Current recorded indexes of 108.07 and 102.73, respectively, maintaining levels well above the national average.
Conversely, several southern cities fell closer to the national line. Estevan reported an index of 97.93, Moose Jaw dropped to 92.28, and Regina decreased to 91.44. Weyburn posted the lowest index among the compared cities at 70.83, mak-
ing it the only highlighted city in the province to fall below the national average of 75.01.
Staggering rural rates reported by RCMP
The severity of crime becomes even more pronounced in rural and remote communities patrolled by the RCMP. Sixty-seven of the 93 Saskatchewan detachments and police forces listed reported a Crime Severity Index higher than the national average.
Northern communities faced the highest severity of crime by an overwhelming margin. The Black Lake RCMP detachment recorded an astronomical index of 2,197.58 in 2025. Pelican Narrows followed at 1,558.50, and Wollaston Lake reached 1,113.81. Other detachments exceeding the 1,000 mark included La Loche at 1,029.41 and Sandy Bay at 1,019.38. Cumberland House narrowly missed the four-digit threshold, posting a CSI of 990.38.
Even in central and southern regions, dozens of rural detachments hovered well above the national line. Watrous, Wynyard, and Humboldt all posted indexes just above 75, illustrating a widespread and systemic challenge across Saskatchewan’s jurisdictions, regardless of geography.
FAHLMAN BAIL RELEASE PUT ON
HOLD
Martin Oldhues SaskToday.ca
A decision to possibly release Chris Fahlman on bail before his trial has been put on hold.
At the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal last Thursday, Fahlman appeared on video as his defence argued against a decision made in late 2025 to deny his bail at the Court of King’s Bench in Weyburn. Fahlman appealed the decision to the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal to be released from custody for the next few months.
The 43-year-old was arrested last November for manslaughter and firearms charges in the death of 44-year-old Tanya Myers, but his charges were later stayed, resulting in him now facing seconddegree murder.
The charges stem from Sept. 12, 2025, when Myers was travelling in a vehicle on Highway 39 near Weyburn. The vehicle was struck by bullets, and Myers suffered fatal injuries. She died in an ambulance while being transported for medical care.
Nearly two months into the investigation, Fahlman was stopped by police in Regina on Nov. 1 and has remained in custody since then.
For two hours on Thursday, the defence and Crown made their cases on whether the original decision by the Court of King’s Bench in Weyburn should stay or be overturned.
Ultimately, the judge reserved the decision, meaning time is required to consider both sides of the argument.
A written decision by the judge will be provided at a later date.
Brinley offered straw to a llama during a FunZone Summer Camp tour of the Therapeutic Animal Park on July 22.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Crop development accelerated by warm, dry conditions
Submitted
Some areas experienced localized storms that brought large amounts of rain and hail to parts of the region, according to the weekly crop report for the period of July 14 to 20. However, the warmer and drier conditions throughout much of the region accelerated crop development and allowed haying to proceed. Spraying for insects and diseases is ongoing in some areas.
The highest amount of rain fell in the Bienfait area at 126 millimetres (mm) during a localized storm. The Lampman area received 48 mm over the past week and the Big Beaver and Rocanville areas received 29 mm and 27 mm respectively. Many other areas received various amounts of rainfall.
Areas that received significant rainfall in the southeast this week experienced minor to moderate flooding. The relatively warm weather reported across the region has reduced surplus topsoil moisture conditions over the past week.
Cropland topsoil moisture is: seven per cent surplus; 87 per cent adequate; and six per cent short.
Hayland topsoil moisture is: nine per cent surplus; 87 per cent adequate; and four per cent short.
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Youth artist excited to release
Sabrina Kraft
Weyburn Review
Everett Roy aspires to release his own series of graphic novels for young readers, after completing book one of ‘Everett and Friends’. The 12-year-old Weyburn digital animator showcases his comic on YouTube and recently decided to create the story ‘The Quest for Mom’.
“I saw a lot of these animations online, so I decided to do that as well,
and now I can do that same thing,” said Everett.
A long-time fan of author and illustrator Dave Pilkey, Everett enjoyed reading the ‘Captain Underpants’ and ‘Dogman’ series and wanted to create his own comics for others to enjoy.
The comic is focused around young heroes and the adveventures they face. In the first book, Everett and his friends Koki, Kokia, Debbie and Dova
ture is: nine per cent surplus; 85 per cent adequate; and six per cent short.
Crop development remains normal due to adequate moisture throughout much of the region over the growing season. Fall cereals have the largest percentage of acres near normal stages of development, followed closely by perennial and annual forages. Oilseeds and spring cereals remain the largest percentages of crops that are behind.
Haying activities were able to progress in the region this past week. Currently, 18 per cent of it is baled or put up as silage, while 33 per cent of the crop has been cut and waiting to be baled and the remaining 49 per cent is still standing. Hay quality remains high with a rating of 24 per cent excellent, 70 per cent good and six per cent fair.
Producers reported minor to severe crop damage from gophers. Minor to moderate crop damage was reported from heat, wind, flooding and cabbage seedpod weevil with some minor damage due to hail. Producers are continuing to monitor aphid pressure in their fields as well. Producers are applying fungicides to suppress disease and proactively spraying to manage disease from developing.
graphic novel
have to rescue Everett’s mom from an evil lair.
“I’m just so excited to make a second book and it will have lots of pages and a very good story line that also revolves around the kids and getting into trouble.,” added Everett.
“There will be a lot of getting into danger. They have to save the day.”
Everett is the son of Brttany and Preston Roy. He is heading to the Weyburn Comp. in August to enter his Grade 7 school year.
“Everett and Friends: Book One, the Quest for Mom” is available to purchase for $14.99 and copies are located at Velour Hair Studio in Weyburn, or can be found on Amazon.
Everett also inspires to write a novel, without using any of his comic animations. “I just love how far I’ve came from where I started to where I am now.”
Ombudsman Saskatchewan announces new Accessibility and Inclusion Unit
Submitted In recognition of Disability Pride Month, Ombudsman Saskatchewan announced the creation of its new Accessibility and Inclusion Unit, marking another step in its commitment to delivering fair, accessible, inclusive and people-centred services for everyone in Saskatchewan.
The new unit supports the Office’s commitment
to advancing accessibility in alignment with The Accessible Saskatchewan Act. Bringing together a team of professionals with expertise in accessibility, inclusion, Indigenous education and community engagement, the team will provide education and training, promote inclusive practices, help people better understand their rights, and contribute to reducing barriers and
improving equitable access across the province.
“Disability Pride Month reminds us that accessibility is not simply about removing physical barriers—it is about creating systems where every person feels respected, heard and able to participate fully. Fairness is about ensuring that every process, every relationship and every outcome reflect and demonstrate inclusion,
respect and equity,” said Sharon Pratchler, Ombudsman Saskatchewan. By investing in accessibility, education and collaboration, the Office of the Ombudsman continues to strengthen its commitment to fairness and quality public services, ensuring its services are welcoming, responsive and accessible to the diverse communities it serves.
Everett Roy is a 12-year-old Weyburn digital animator that showcases his comics on YouTube and recently decided to create the story ‘The Quest for Mom’.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Lachlan and Landen splashed into the outdoor pool at the Weyburn Leisure Centre while escaping the heat on July 25.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Crocus 80 youth theatre to stage two plays on August 7 & 8
practice ‘Deadline for
The Crocus 80 Youth Theatre will take to the stage at the Tommy Douglas Centre with two short plays on Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, August 8 at 1 p.m.
“We have had 40 youth in the program working on stage and backstage,” said Brittany Nightingale, representative of Crocus 80 Theatre. She is faciliating the youth theatre program along with Jessica Hunter.
“The students are having the opportunity to learn different angles of the theatre and how important everyone is to make a pro-
Police warn of consequences for bullying online
Steven Wilson SaskToday.ca
Over the past week, there have been a number of calls from police services and public officials for people to remain respectful when engaging with others online. One of those was the Weyburn Police Service, who are reminding the public that what happens online can have real-world consequences, ranging from civil lawsuits to criminal charges. In a recent community release, the police service emphasized the importance of respectful online
engagement. While healthy debate and differing opinions are a normal part of public discussion, police say social media arguments can easily escalate into inappropriate territory.
Deputy Chief Shane St. John said people often act differently when they are hiding behind a keyboard.
“It’s so much easier when you’re behind a computer screen or your phone to be negative,” St. John said. “You wouldn’t be like that at all in person a lot of times, but they definitely cross lines when they’re not face-to-face.”
St. John also dispelled the myth of online anonymity, reminding internet users that digital footprints are permanent.
“It’s there forever, right? That comment doesn’t disappear even if you try to take it away,” he said. “Someone will have it somewhere. Someone will have saved it or shared that post.”
According to police, online engagement crosses the line when it involves threats of violence, targeted harassment, bullying, hate speech, or sharing personal information without consent. These actions can result in criminal
investigations for offences like uttering threats or criminal harassment.
In addition to criminal charges, individuals can face significant financial penalties for posting false information. St. John pointed to a case that was resolved last week, involving a man who was ordered to pay $150,000 for defamatory Facebook posts about the former administrator of the RM of Pleasantdale.
“There could be some pretty severe civil consequences besides some criminal ones if someone really crosses that line,” he said.
To keep conversations constructive, police recommend disagreeing with ideas rather than resorting to personal insults and attacks. If an online discussion begins to get heated, St. John advises stepping away before hitting reply.
“I think the biggest thing is just keep a level head when you’re in those discussions,” St. John said.
“If it starts to get heated, maybe take a break, collect your thoughts. Don’t engage in that negative comments back and forth because that’s when things usually escalate.”
Summer Reading program at Library ends in August
The Summer Reading program at the Weyburn Public Library will end with a special windup event on Thursday, August 20 at 11 a.m.
The Mobile Library will be at Riverside Park on Monday, August 10 and Monday, August 17 starting at 10 a.m. Library on location will be at the Gifted Art Market on Saturday, August 8, and at Nickle Lake on Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Children’s programs during the month include: Wiggles and Giggles (newborn to two years with caregivers)
Explore, play and discover together through tide pool songs, plays and activities on Thursday, August 6. Little guppies are invited to learn, play and make new friends during a program on Monday, August 31. Both programs start at 10 a.m.
Fidget Factory
(ages six to 10 years)
Children can create bead spinners during a program on Tuesday, August 11 at 10 a.m.
Camp Half-Blood (ages 11 to 17 years)
A mythical quest escape room will be held on Monday, August 10. Participants can create godly artifacts and their own unique creatures during a DIY program on Monday, August 17. A scavenger
duction happen.”
There will be two seperate groups in each of the short plays that were locally written, with the play titles ‘Deadline for Time’ and ‘Tooth Fairy Trial’.
“The youth have so much fun engaging and learning through fun theatre based activities,” added Nightingale.
“Our favourite part of producting the plays have been watching the students grow individually and as a group.”
Tickets cost $10 for adults, with ages 18 and under free, and will be available at the Tommy Douglas Centre door before each show.
hunt and trivia event will be held Monday, August 31. All Camp Half-Blood programs start at 2 p.m.
Mood Makers (ages 11 to 17 years)
Experiment with vibrant colours, fun patterns and unique designs to create tie-dye backpacks on Thursday, August 6. Design a stylish choker on Thursday, August 13 and learn how to create pressed flower art on Thursday, August 20. All mood makers programs start at 2 p.m.
Fun and Games
New players are welcome during the tabletop role-playing game nights every Monday at 6 p.m. Marvel Multiverse RPG
and Daggerheart will be played on August 10 and August 24. Dungeons and Dragons and Borderlands RPG will be played on August 17 and August 31.
Family Programs
A Wacky Water Day will be held on Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. Participants can enjoy silly water games, splash-tastic challenges and plenty of laughs to celebrate summer. Bring a swimsuit or clothing that can get wet, a towel and a sense of adventure.
For more information on programs held at the Weyburn Public Library, visit their website at weyburnpubliclibrary.weebly. com, or follow them on Facebook.
Natalyia and Marie created beaded bracelets during the Mood Makers summer program for teens at the Weyburn Public Library on July 16.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Crocus 80 Youth Theatre actors Sam, Lyla, Ahri, Penny, Lily and Oliver
Time’, one of the plays that will be held at the Tommy Douglas Centre on August 7 and 8.
Photo courtesy Jessica Hunter/Crocus 80 Theatre
‘Biggest Little Fair’ in Creelman
Creelman was the site of the ‘Biggest Little Fair’ on July 18, which included a number of fun activities that were held by the Creelman Agricultural Society. The day started off with a parade, then family-focused events at the Exhibition Grounds throughout the afternoon.
Photos courtesy David Carnegie/Creelman Ag Societty
Editorial & Opinion
Police respond to disturbances
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 98 calls for service during the week of July 19-26, 2026. Notable incidents:
Cause a Disturbance
Police responded to a report on July 20 of an adult male acting erratically, yelling, and behaving in a manner that caused concern for the safety of others. Upon arrival, officers determined the male was heavily intoxicated by alcohol. He was arrested without incident and lodged in police cells until he was sober.
Breach of Undertaking
Police received a report on July 21 that an adult male had contacted an adult female despite being subject to an undertaking prohibiting any contact. The male was arrested and later released. Police remind individuals that breaches of court-ordered conditions are taken seriously. Continued violations may result in an accused being held in custody for a bail hearing before a judge.
Cause a Disturbance
While assisting an adult female by providing transportation to a government agency for support services on July 21, the female became verbally abusive toward staff and began yelling obscenities inside the building. Officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, however her behavior continued to escalate, resulting in her arrest for causing a disturbance. She was lodged in police cells, has since been banned from the agency, and the investigation remains ongoing. Charges may be forthcoming.
Traffic Violation
Police responded to reports of a youth performing a burnout in a parking lot on July 25, causing rocks and debris to strike and damage two parked vehicles.
The driver was charged with driving without reasonable consideration for others. The registered owners of the damaged vehicles were advised to report the in-
cident to SGI.
The Weyburn Police Service reminds motorists that they are responsible for damage caused by reckless driving behaviors such as burnouts. In more serious circumstances, incidents of this nature may also result in criminal charges, including mischief.
Cause a Disturbance
Police were called to a local business on July 26 after reports of an adult male acting erratically and disturbing customers.
Upon arrival, officers determined the male was intoxicated by alcohol and/or drugs. Police initially attempted to take the male to a family member; however, due to his behavior during the attempt, he was arrested without incident and lodged in police cells until sober.
Opium Drug Trafficking Investigation
The Weyburn Police Service is providing an update regarding the drug trafficking investigation first announced on July 7.
As the investigation has continued, police have now seized a total of 13 kilograms of Opium (Doda) with an estimated street value of approximately $340,000.
This significant seizure prevented a substantial quantity of illegal drugs from reaching communities in Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Ontario.
The Weyburn Police Service again extends its appreciation to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the Winnipeg Police Service, and the Regina Police Service for their valuable assistance and partnership throughout this investigation.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP Detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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FROM THE SIDELINES: Happy with
the happiness rankings?
Norm Park/ SaskToday.ca
For the ninth consecutive year, Finland has been declared as the one place on the globe where the residents are the happiest compared with the rest of the settled estates.
The annual World Population Review announced its findings earlier this year and once again a host of Scandinavian countries topped the list with just one interloper. It’s no fluke that these countries know how to live the good life or at least enjoy a better scenario than the rest of us, even though they are subjected to tough climate conditions for a good part of the year. That’s similar to what we handle in Canada and a few other populations in the northern nether regions. So it’s not only about the weather when lifestyle assessments are made.
When it comes to these assessments, Canada finds itself in the relatively happy upper-middle rungs.
The rankings are determined by analyzing polling data, gross domestic production per capita, social supports, healthy life expectancy, freedoms to make choices, generosity versus corruption, and general perceptions.
The top finishers always include countries with strong social supports, higher incomes, longer life expectancy and personal freedom. They pay higher taxes and are happy to do so, knowing their money is not being wasted on superfluous projects or greedy politicians.
The lower ranked countries are the ones that experience political instability, low incomes, weak social support, and reduced health care and basic services.
So, at the very bottom of this list of about 150 countries, is Afghanistan with a ranking of 1.36, which is no surprise since the Taliban doesn’t have much of a political background, totally demean their female populations and carry out a lot of executions, while Finland is given a 7.74 rating with their population of six million.
Denmark and Iceland share second spot with a ranking of 7.52 with six million and 403,000 populations, respectively, followed by the Netherlands (pop. 18.5 M), Costa Rica (pop. 5.17M and Norway (pop. 5.65 M).
On the overall rankings, Canada with 41 million residents is listed in the 18th spot while the U.S. climbs aboard at No. 24.
Joining Afghanistan near the bottom are Lebanon, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Republic of Congo, Yemen, Somalia and Egypt. Russia checks in at No. 66, just below Japan.
When it came to GDP assessments, of course you see the tax haven countries such as Luxembourg, Ireland, Switzerland and Lichtenstein leading the pack.
When the total education status was determined, the leaders, as one would expect, were South Korea and Japan with Canada coming in at a respectable No. 6 while the U.S. took a lower rank at No. 31. When it came to basic public education, Denmark and Sweden, along with the United Kingdom and Finland, enjoyed the highest rankings.
Countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar were robust on the income side of the rankings but ranked much lower on the total educational front.
Cambodia, El Salvador and Honduras
were rated on the lower rungs when it came to educational pursuits.
Again, the Nordic countries came out on top because they feature early childhood education systems, well-trained teachers and equitable systems resulting in consistent student outcomes within international benchmarks.
It appears Canada rates a fairly high overall status since we have embraced at least a few of the advantages displayed by the Nordic group such as paid vacations and maternity leaves, some free socialized medical care and decent minimum wages.
We come up a bit short compared with the Nordic teams but well ahead of the United States where they still have difficulties recognizing publicly supported medical care, minimum wage levels, and a political system that doesn’t understand the positive essence of socialism. Someone mentions socialized medical care, for instance, and right away the American will call it communism. They do not have a diversified political scene with just two entrenched parties calling each other out for being too “woke”, meaning too far left, or “radical autocrats”, too far right, with not much drifting too and fro on the misty flats in the middle where compromised governance decisions are made.
Thank goodness we have a decent blending of political stances in Canada with our Liberals, Conservatives (not the same as what is rendered in the U.S.), democratic socialists, a block group with the Bloc representing a good portion of Canada that contributes while knowing they’ll never form government, but are willing to participate and negotiate. We even have an occasional Green Party representative or two to keep us interested.
It appears as if Canada will continue to sway toward our Nordic counterparts rather than southward to America, especially during these difficult days with the U.S. having to deal with their current problematic leader, Donnie Deflector.
Theirs is a history of not a lot of compromise but rather a quick action plan. Pull a gun from the holster and do away with the opposition in the old John Wayne style if their opponents don’t agree with them. Okay, that’s not a real fair assessment, but you get the drift I’m sure. They also have more incarcerated people than any other country so I’m guessing that says something too.
Oh, by the way, on that overall ranking scale mentioned at the top, the middle or average ranking comes in at around 5.57 and that’s where Jamaica and Greece show up. I’m not sure what that signifies. Maybe it means these folks are happy 50 per cent of the time while Canadians are required to be happy 72 per cent?
I’m really not sure. I’m just thankful I don’t have to live in Afghanistan.
I do have one little story I sometimes relate regarding my one brief encounter with a member of the Taliban team while in the Middle East. Let’s just say it wasn’t positive but was a quick and indelible learning experience for me.
Just count me as one happy Canadian who carries dog biscuits in his pocket, not a gun.
Sports & Leisure
years of age,
his retirement golfing and appreciates the dedication of the staff at the Golf Course.
Perry Folk Fellowship Award presented to Don Hansen
Sabrina Kraft Weyburn Review
Weyburn golfer Don Hansen was awarded the Perry Folk Fellowship award at The Sixty-Seven RM of Weyburn Golf Course on July 23. This annual honour is presented by Kevin Folk in memory of his late brother, Perry Folk Established in 2009 by Al York of York Jewellers, the recognition goes to a club patron who enhances the social atmosphere through a positive attitude and friendly demeanour. Hansen, 92-year-old,
noted that there are many things that he enjoys about golfing. “The main thing is the people. You have a chance to meet people that you normally wouldn’t meet and they’re all great.”
“In particular, getting to meet the young kids that tend to our grounds and the groundkeeper, they do a marvellous job. It’s beautiful out here,” added Hansen.
“When my brother died in 2009, he was remembered as a clubhouse, entertainer type, fun guy to be around. They thought there should be some sort of an
award for other golfers like that out here,” said Folk. There was a lot of positive feedback to earn Hansen the award. “I never heard so much kind of goodwill or pats on the back for picking such a good candidate. This guy’s been talked about. Anybody that you mention to that he won this award, they’re just thrilled because he was an excellent pick,” said Folk. In addition to the plaque being donated by York Jewellers, the award recipient receives a gift certificate to Pumpjacks.
Senior Beavers in playoffs hunt
The Weyburn Beavers are still in the running for a playoff spot. They are one-and-a-half games ahead of Medicine Hat for the final spot in the East.
The Weyburn 13U AA Weyburn Beavers won silver at their Tier 1 league championships and advanced to also claim silver at provincials held in Humboldt. Back row, l-r, Jared McLeod, Drew Anderson, Nixon Gervais, Bryer Mutrie, Augustin Anderson, Keaton Tenold, Nolan Renwick, Luke McLeod, Hudson Nueberger and Kelly Gervais. Front row, Drew Fleck, Nathan Cornish, Noah Manko and Cohen Ferguson.. Photo Submitted
The Weyburn 15U AA Tier 5 Weyburn Beavers won a silver medal at the Sask. Baseball Provincial Championships in Eston. After a strong round robin, they picked up big wins over the Eston Ramblers, Saskatoon Brave Brawlers, Saskatoon Sandlot A’s and Canora Reds to punch their ticket to the championship game. In the final, they came up just short against the hometown Eston Ramblers, but left it all on the field. Back row, l-r, head coach Ryan McLaren, Emerson McLaren, Blake Kosior, Kason Hallborg, Tytan Romanow, Sawyer Vennard, Jiri Perras, Davin Renwick and assistant coach Dale Logel. Front row, Owen Sebastian, Kordell Morrison, Conner Logel and Chase Verbeurgt.
Weyburn 16, Medicine Hat 3
July 25
Three runs in each of the third and fifth innings staked the Beavers to a 7-3 lead, and they’d add six in the seventh and another three in the eighth to take the mercy rule win.
Ryan Dauphinee finished a triple away from hitting for the cycle, going three-for-five with a double, home run and four RBI. Will Sevier went four-for-five with a home run, three runs and two RBI, Robert Gurney also hit a round tripper while
going three-for-five with three runs and two RBI. Owen Mayencourt was two-for-five with a home run and four RBI, while Noah Brooks had three hits and three runs. Brayden Mayencourt went threefor-four with a double, two runs and two RBI.
Josh Pritchard was the beneficiary of all that offence and ended up with a quality start, allowing three runs on seven hits over seven innings.
The Beavers head to Regina for a double header on Friday, and host games Saturday and Sunday.
15U Beavers win silver at provincials
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The Weyburn 15U AA Provincial Beavers travelled to Eston, Saskatchewan and won silver at the Sask Baseball Tier 5 provincial championships. All games were held July 17-19.
In the first game of the provincial tournament, the Beavers won 25-21 over the hometown Eston Ramblers. The game went into extra innings and at the top of the eighth inning the Beavers scored seven runs on three hits to take the lead, 25-18. The biggest blow in the inning was a double by Blake Kosior that drove in two runs. The Ramblers couldn’t answer back at the bottom of the eighth, only scoring three runs.
Davin Renwick gave a stellar performance on Saturday morning and went three for four at the plate and led the team with five RBI’s. Despite an eight-run deficit in the fifth inning the Beavers almost battled back against the Saskatoon Sandlot A’s, eventually falling 14-12.
During the second game of the day, the Beavers won big over the Saskatoon Brave Brawlers. Hits from Kordell Morrison, Emerson McLaren, Tytan Romanow, Conner Logel and Jiri Perras allowed the team to beat the
Brawlers 16-6.
The Beavers battled the Sandlot A’s once again on Sunday, in a tie breaker playoff for second in the pool standings. The threeinning game had the Beavers claiming victory with a score of 8-3.
The semi-final game had the Beavers facing the Canora Reds at ESM Field in Eston. The Beavers ran wild on the base paths with Chase Verbeurgt, Owen Sebastian, Sawyer Vennard and Kason Hallborg each collecting multiple hits and accumulating 18 stolen bases in the five-inning game. The Beavers solidified their place in the finals with the 21-6 win over the Reds.
The gold medal game was a hard-fought battle between two talented teams. In the end, the Ramblers came out on top. Head coach, Ryan McLaren, said “The Weyburn boys should be very proud of their weekend and wear those silver medals with pride. This group came together in two short weeks and really proved that the Weyburn area has many talented and skilled individuals. Dale Logel and I have really enjoyed getting to know these players and hope they continue their baseball journey.’’
Kevin Folk, left, presented the Perry Folk Fellowship Award to Don Hansen at The Sixty-Seven RM of Weyburn Golf Course. At 92
Hansen enjoys spending
Brooklyn
John Bauchard during a Camp
Exhibition Grounds by Weyburn Big Brothers Big Sisters on July 16.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
