Tsuut'ina youth sets eyes on major leagues after taking MLB pitcher's mound
Tyreese Eagletail pitches for the 18U Calgary Cardinals.
The 15-year-old Tsuut'ina youth from Calgary took part in the 7G Foundation's first Native American All-Star Baseball Showcase July 16-17 at Truist Park in Atlanta. The 7G Foundation is a collection of entrepreneurs, coaches and tribal leaders dedicated to furthering leadership through Indigenous education and sport.Tyreese, who plays for the 18U Calgary Cardinals, was at the two-day camp with 49 other Indigenous youth. He was the only one from north of the Canada-U.S. border.
The camp featured a pro-style workout on Saturday followed by a showcase game on Sunday. Scouts from U.S. universities were in attendance. Players are introduced at the Native American All-Star Baseball Showcase at Truist Park on July 17 in Atlanta.
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