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Curling this week, Nov 21 report

The third time was the charm for Virden’s Mackenzie Roach and the University of Regina women’s softball team.

The young Manitoba Junior Hockey League team won both of its games last week. The squad has earned victories in four of its last five contests.

The VCI Bears’ Football team closed out their season on Saturday, Nov. 3 in Stonewall, losing to Interlake. They had also lost to Interlake on the previous Saturday at home, in their last regular season game.

Virden Golden Bears vs. Neepawa Tigers

Knows how to play the “dirty areas” of the ice

The Southwest Judo Club hosted Manitoba with its 2018 Development Camp at Virden Junior High, Saturday, Oct. 13. The day was an opportunity for Southwest Judoka to train with students from all over the province.

This Week The Oil Capitals are on the road in Portage on Friday. The team returns home Saturday to take on the Winkler Flyers.

Golf The VCI Boys’ and Girls’ Golf teams had a good time at Oak Island Golf course on Wednesday, Sept. 12. The boys faced some tough competition from the south, but low-scorer Eric Reid finished with a strong score of 78.

When Virden’s Brooklyn Roach talks about softball, family is an overarching theme. She is currently in her first season playing with the University of Regina Cougars women’s team.