Bill Edwards was born in Brandon and has lived there all his life. His record on the diamond is proof that he is one of western Manitoba’s greatest players. In 1961 at age 17, he started playing tournament ball with ANAF Vets. From 1966 through 1980, the outfielder earned 13 all-star team selections in Brandon leagues and two when Brandon played in the Manitoba Senior A League. He captured the Brandon and District Fastball League triple crown in 1967 with a batting average of .493 plus 10 homeruns and 31 RBI. In 1973, his .588 average won the Brandon Centennial League batting title and he won it again in 1977 with .441. Edwards also was named most valuable outfielder in 1977. During his career, his teams - 7 Up, UCT, Esso Westman, Pizza Place, Esso Astros and Westman Merchants - won 11 league championships. He also played for one intermediate and four senior provincial championships teams.
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