Prince George will see some high level fastball with a major tournament this summer running from July 30th to August 2nd.
During Monday’s City Council meeting, the Spruce City Men’s Fastball Association gave a presentation on the Canadian Native Fastball Championship, and the impact it will have on the community.
The tournament, to be held in P.G. for the third time in 10 years, is expected to bring 50 to 80 teams to the city, estimated to be around 2,500 athletes, friends and family, and fans.
The presentation added that the economic impact would bring an estimated $4.5 million to $5 million.
The games will be played mainly at the Carrie Jane Gray Park but also at Freeman Park, and Nechako Park.
Council gave unanimous approval to give its support, providing financial support of $118,000 and up to $60,000 in-kind, which would come from the Major Events Reserve.
The association successfully hosted the Canadian Native Fastball Championships in 2016 and 2022.
The full Council agenda can be found here.
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