Canada Cup: Team Canada finishes second after losing a thrilling final against TCC

The Triple Crown Colorado team claimed the Canada Cup championship at Softball City in Surrey, edging out Team Canada in a dramatic 7–5 final.

Colorado built an early 5–0 lead through four innings, but Canada stormed back in the fifth, closing the gap to 6–5. With the bases loaded in the final inning, Canada came within a hit of victory before a final out ended the comeback bid.

It was a reversal from last year, when Canada won the tournament undefeated. This year’s 30th edition ended in disappointment, though head coach Kaleigh Rafter said she was proud of the team’s overall showing. “Our performance through the tournament was strong, but our pitchers had a tough final game. Now our focus turns to preparing for the World Games in August,” she told Connect Newsroom.

The bronze medal went to the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Team Canada’s Kianna Jones received the Best Defensive Player of the Tournament award. In an exclusive chat with Connect FM, she credited her teammates for the honour. “This award belongs to the team. We’re not satisfied with our overall performance, and our goal now is to put on a stronger showing at the World Games in China.”

Harpreet Dhillon, a youth softball coach, told Connect Newsroom the event inspires young athletes. “Seeing Canada compete against the best in the world right here in Surrey shows kids what’s possible in this sport.”

Local fans said hosting the Canada Cup continues to bring international attention to Surrey.