Thunder Bay, ON – The Border Cats are on fire! On Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Port Arthur Stadium, Thunder Bay crushed the Waterloo Bucks with a staggering 12–3 victory, riding a three-game winning streak into the final day of the First Half of the Northwoods League season.
The efforts of the team will, sadly fall short of playoff action. The La Crosse Loggers top the first half of the season and clinched the playoff berth in a win last night.
Game Highlights
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Offensive Onslaught: The Border Cats broke it open with a five-run fifth inning, then dialled up the pressure with a seven-run explosion in the sixth, securing the decisive 12–3 win.
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Player of the Game – Jordan Bach, University of Kansas, smacked his team-leading 6th home run, finishing 2-for-4 with 3 RBIs, plus two walks. A night to remember for the Cwench hydration hero!
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Big Bats on Deck:
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Ty Hamilton (Florida SouthWestern) tallied 2 RBIs, and
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Jeremy Sheffield (Georgetown) added another 2 RBIs – such power!
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Pitching Powerhouse – Carter Wall, University of Utah, came in from the bullpen, picking up his 3rd win this season. The man’s now 3–0 with a stellar 0.63 ERA and two saves to boot!
Season Snapshot
The Border Cats stand at an impressive 21–12 in First Half play, posting 8 wins in their last 10 games and dominating the Bucks, winning five of seven head-to-head matchups.
Fan Experience
Despite overcast skies, 502 passionate fans packed Port Arthur Stadium, witnessing a thrilling 3-hour, 37-minute showdown.
What’s Next
Don’t miss the grand finale of the four-game series on Monday, June 30—first pitch at 7:35 p.m. with Rutgers’ Cameron Johnson taking the mound for Thunder Bay. Plus, stick around after the game for a spectacular post-game fireworks show!
Border Cats Nation, this is the showdown you’ve been waiting for—stay loud, proud, and ready for fireworks night!
