Fastpitch action heated up last weekend with two major ISC qualifiers on the schedule. In Vancouver, teams battled for a spot in the 2026 ISC World Tournament, while in Au Sable Forks, the prize was a ticket to the 2027 tournament.
Here is how the weekend unfolded.
1. Bob Law Memorial Challenge (Vancouver, BC)
2026 ISC World Tournament Qualifier
The weekend in Vancouver delivered high-stakes, low-scoring drama, culminating in a tight championship run. Ultimately, JB took home the tournament title after edging out the PG River Kings 2–1 in the final game on Sunday afternoon.
Sunday Championship Bracket Results
- Semifinal / Elimination Games:
- PG River Kings def. Vancouver Meralomas Canadians, 5–0
- JB def. STK Fastball, 4–2
- Championship (Game 1): PG River Kings def. STK Fastball, 5–4
- Championship (Game 2): JB def. PG River Kings, 2–1
Outstanding Tournament Performances
JB (Tournament Champions)
- Montero (Pitching): Dominant in the circle to keep opposing bats quiet all weekend.
- Kilpatrick (Pitching): Provided shutdown relief and starts to guide JB to the title.
- Villavazo (Hitting): Provided timely, clutch hitting throughout the tournament.
- Te Wara Bishop (Hitting & Defense): Excelled on both sides of the ball, flashing leather and driving the offense.
PG River Kings (Runners-Up)
- Tyson Barkman (Pitching) & Dylan Fraser List (Pitching): Handled the heavy lifting in the circle, keeping the River Kings in every game.
- Nicholas Potskin (Hitting & Defense): Anchored the lineup with stellar defensive plays and consistent hitting.
Check out all the scores and standings on the tournament page.
2. 64th Annual Au Sable Forks Fastpitch Classic
2027 ISC World Tournament Qualifier
Over in New York, The Sandlot Merchants put on a dominant display to capture the tournament championship, cruising to an 8–1 victory over the Kingston Axemen in the final.
Final Standings
- The Sandlot Merchants (Winners of the Arthur & Thomas Douglas, Tom O’Neil, and Sharkey Patnode Memorial Trophies)
- Kingston Axemen (Winners of the Vic Seguin Memorial Trophy)
- Team Quebec & Team 518 (Winners of the Bob Joyal & Mark Devins Memorial Trophies)
Individual & All-Star Awards
- Billy Mitchell Most Valuable Pitcher: Erick Chaparro (The Sandlot Merchants)
- Jimmy & Bob Mousseau Most Valuable Player: Andre Hoover (The Sandlot Merchants)
Special & All-Star Memorial Awards:
- Coach Ned Hoey Award: Alex Baillargeon
- George Goyette Award: Kristian Knapp
- Joe “Black Cat” Zeno Award: Rene Aubert
- Jim & Barb Booth Award: Brock Rogie
- Doc Zacek Award: Andre Hoover
- Brent Isham Award: Ryan Nolt
- Laura Razzano Award: Kyle Oechele
- Paul “PK” Coolidge Award: Adrian Green
- Gordon Family Award: Sharl Leclerc
- Hall of Fame Award: Julian Fernandez
The Bob Law Memorial Challenge was the last qualifier for the 2026 ISC World Tournament. Up next will be the rankings for this years WT. For the 2027 ISC World Tournament, the qualifiers will continue in Fife, WA – where the 2026 64th Seattle Invitational will be held.
