Lethbridge hosts annual Canadian College World Series – Lethbridge [Video]

The tarps were out early at Spitz Stadium during opening day for the 2025 Canadian College World Series, but first pitch soon gave fans a reason to cheer.

Eight teams from the Canadian College Baseball Conference (CCBC) have hit the field in Lethbridge, Alta., to decide the winner of the division.

“We look forward to it all year. All eight teams from the CCBC are here, it’s the Canadian College World Series and so, a lot of fun for everybody who participates and a lot of fun for the families who come down to watch,” said Rob Jolley, father of Edmonton Collegiate Hawks player Brad Jolley.

An initial rain relay caused the first game to be pushed back by 90 minutes, but the action soon ramped up as the bottom of the first inning saw a bases loaded situation, giving the fans plenty to be excited about.

“Crowds are down from last year, …