Don Robins starred on the diamonds in Western Manitoba for 30 years, 17 years in the Brandon Centennial Fastball League and 13 years in the Brandon Commercial Fastball League. During this period of time, he captured the top pitcher award on five occasions, the league MVP award five times and numerous all-star, playoff MVP, and sportsmanship awards. Robins pitched with Simplot Blues, Esso Westman, and Clanwilliam Greys to provincial championships on three occasions. In addition to his pitching prowess, he hit for a high average and was always among the league leaders in RBI. Robins has always been a tireless worker for the betterment of softball in Western Manitoba serving on league executives and at provincial championships.