Elva (Waslyk) Barkwell played for CUAC Blues from 1948 to 1955. The tiny North Ender won the Winnipeg Senior Girls League batting championship twice and was selected to the all-star team at third base for eight consecutive years. Considered to be one of the best all-around players in the province, she combined excellent defensive play and good speed with her outstanding hitting. In 1953, she captained CUAC to the provincial championship.