WINDSOR JUNCTION: Fall River is fast becoming known for its female baseball stars.
That reputation was underscored during the Canada Games when broadcaster commentary highlighted the community as “a female baseball hotbed,” a nod that came as local athlete Georgia Hines delivered a standout pitching performance for Team Nova Scotia.
That same spirit of excellence carried over to the high school level this fall.
That’s where the Lockview High School Lady Dragons captured the first-ever Capital Region Division 1 female baseball banner, earning a trip to provincials.
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The Dragons’ roster is a blend of veteran leadership and young promise, led by senior Reese Adams (Grade 12), juniors Iris Long and Violet Spratt (Grade 11), and sophomore Georgia Hines (Grade 10).
LHS also features eight Grade 9 players, showcasing the growing depth of talent in the program.
In regional playdowns, Lockview opened with a dominant 12–2 win over their Tri-County friends, the Millwood High Knights, before defeating the Bayview Sharks 7–1 to book their ticket to the championship.
Under the lights at the Windsor Junction Community Centre (WJCC), the Dragons faced a gritty Auburn High Eagles squad composed mainly of fastpitch softball players.
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Despite Auburn’s determination, Lockview powered through for an 8–4 victory to claim the regional crown.
While the Dragons’ bats made plenty of noise, their pitching and defence were equally impressive—allowing just one hit over 16 innings throughout the tournament.
The coaching staff expressed gratitude for LHS Athletic Director Ms. Young and the many volunteers who kept the season running smoothly, from field maintenance to fan support.
With achievements piling up and younger players stepping up, the future for female baseball in Fall River looks brighter than ever.
