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B-Sens Set Opening Date as Track Medals, Softball Results Emerge
Recent results and announcements cover hockey scheduling, local track medals, a coaching transition, and softball league action.
How we reported this
The Belleville Senators will open their franchise history at home on October 2, 2026, against the Hamilton Hammers at CAA Arena. This marks the first game in the team's new era and gives local fans an early date to mark for the season start.
Hockey Scheduling and Coaching Update
The October 2 matchup at CAA Arena sets the tone for the upcoming campaign. David Bell, who served as head coach of the Belleville Senators from 2019 through December 2025, has been hired as bench boss for the WHL's Regina Pats. His departure closes a chapter that spanned more than six years with the B-Sens.
Track Athletes Earn Provincial Medals
Local track athletes Ella Bolton and Charlee Sage collected medals at the Ontario U16/U18 Legion Provincial Championship in Sudbury. Bolton captured gold in the U16 Pole Vault. Sage earned silver in the U18 Pole Vault and bronze in the 100m Hurdles, adding to the area's recent performances on the provincial stage.
Softball Tournament Result
The Frankford Flyers secured gold at the Double B's softball tournament in Oshawa on Father's Day. They defeated the hosts by a score of 11-1 to claim the title.
Women's Fastball League Matches
In the Belleville Women's Fastball League, SieSloan Contracting defeated Quinte Home Installations 8-7 on Monday, June 22. Napanee Express U17 then beat EMS-Tech on Wednesday, June 24. These results reflect ongoing competition within the local circuit.
With the Senators opener now fixed on the calendar and recent field results recorded, attention turns to how the teams prepare for the next stages of their seasons and schedules.