The Red Deer Riggers’ run to a national medal wasn’t for the faint of heart.
As Alberta’s representative at the 2026 Baseball Canada Men’s National Championships, the Riggers came in believing they had the talent to get the job done.
But they had to come back on more than one occasion to claim bronze in 2026.
Read More The Comeback KidsOpening day took on new meaning for some central Alberta students during this school year. That’s because newly opened St. Joseph High School in Red Deer began accepting baseball and softball academy students for the first time last fall.
It was a welcome addition to the school and the community for Jason Chatwood, who is the lead instructor of the academy.
Chatwood made time for Alberta Dugout Stories recently to discuss the freshly-minted program, as part of our “1 Thru 9” series focusing on Alberta baseball academies.
Read More 1 Thru 9: St. Joseph Baseball AcademyPatience paid off for the Red Deer Riggers. Not just in getting back to Alberta Senior AAA supremacy, but at the plate in the Canadian Championships’ bronze medal game.
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