Cardinals receive top gong at awards ceremony
“The event was a celebration of the talent and dedication of the players, coaches and supporters involved in the Gauteng baseball community."
The Boksburg Cardinals capped off their successful season after being named Club of the Season at the Gauteng Province Baseball Council (GPBC) awards at the Theatre de Marcellus at Emperors Palace on March 17.
The team ended their dominant season with two league titles and two GPBC cup trophies. They won the U15 league and cup, clinched the U12 cup and won the U10 league to end the year with four trophies.
The GPBC president, Dean McKinnon, said they held the ceremony to honour junior players for exceptional performances and commitment during the season.
“The event served as a celebration of the commitment and effort put in by all teams in the province. The Cardinals were awarded for their exceptional performance during the season and commitment to the sport,” said McKinnon.
The Edenvale Imps won the U10, U12 and U19 league titles. The Imps further received the U10 GPBC plate cup, while the Benoni Indians Cherokees won the cup competition. The Vaal Dodgers took the plate cup in the U12 division and Alexandra took the U15 plate honours.
Top performers in the different categories who received individual awards, included stalwarts Brandon Bouillon from Kempton Red Sox, Damon King from Benoni Indians and Ruan Maritz from Acadeo.
Helga Teixeira, Dennis Birkett-Sharp, Gamied Boomgaard, and Lesley Cook received lifetime membership awards for their dedication to the development of baseball in the country.
In addition, the players representing the province at inter-provincial championships in Gqeberha were presented with their provincial caps.
The scorers, umpires, coaches and parents were also honoured, showcasing the importance of teamwork and support in the baseball community, said McKinnon.
“The event was a celebration of the talent and dedication of all the players, coaches and supporters involved in the Gauteng baseball community. Congratulations to all the winners and participants on a successful season,” added McKinnon.
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