U18B Richmond Islanders thrived on home field at the Richmond Girls Softball Association Tournament at London Park, earning the silver medal.
The Islanders opened play Saturday by going 1-1-1 in round-robin play, with a win and a tie against Surrey Storm and Sooke Mavericks respectively, while falling to the Langley Xtreme. The girls then blanked the Prince George Thunderbirds 13-0 on Sunday morning behind the one hit pitching of Shelby Gingrich.
It was then onto the playoffs and Kylie Brind’s turn to shine in the pitching circle. She recorded the shutout as Richmond rolled to an 8-0 victory in a rematch with Sooke.
The championship game put the Islanders up against the pre-tournament favourite South Delta Invaders who are undefeated in Lower Mainland League play. Richmond more than held its own, dropping a tight 2-0 decision.
It was an encouraging performance that provides momentum as the season progresses.
The Islanders team also includes: Calli Glover, Ava Brooks, Rebecca Carpenter, Mekalya Forrest, Ashley DesGroseilliers, Kaylyn Munro, Natasha Chow, Brooklyn Eusanio, Ashley Pipke and Kayla Harrison.
