“Peewee B” girls bring home Silver

An early victory for the U14 team on April 20-21 in Central Saanich

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May. 2, 2012 6:00 a.m.
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The U14 Sooke “Peewee B” Girls team took home silver at the season opening tournament on April 20-21 at Rom Knott field in Central Saanich.

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