Montreal Titans crowned champions

This past weekend, the U18 Montreal Titans captured the championship title at the annual Montreal Titans Fall Classic, defeating the Ottawa Patriots 12-2 in a commanding final performance. Among the standout players was 17-year-old Tyson Kyer, who played a key role in the Titans’ success on both offense and defence.

In the championship matchup, Kyer went 1-for-3 at the plate and earned a crucial RBI that scored the first run of the game, a momentum-shifting moment that set the tone for the rest of the game.

“Scoring that first run was a game-changer,” said Kyer’s mother, Kristina Glen, who watched anxiously from the sidelines. “It’s always a mix of stress and excitement when he’s at bat. That run gave the team the spark they needed.”

The Titans began the tournament with a hard-fought 7-5 loss to the Ottawa Patriots in a game defined by strong pitching. Kyer started on the mound and pitched a full seven innings in what coach Ian Jordan called “a battle.”

“That loss taught us a lot,” said Jordan. “The way the boys responded with focus and resilience that’s what set us apart.”

The Titans rebounded fast. In Game 2, they dismantled the Sandlot Beasts 12-2, followed by a solid 8-4 win against Diamond Baseball Academy. Kyer contributed on both sides of the ball, rotating between first base and pitching, and despite getting walked often, stayed consistent at the plate and aggressive on the bases.

Coach Ian Jordan, a longtime leader of the Titans’ organization, expressed pride in the team’s growth, both technically and mentally.

“This is a tournament we’ve been hosting for the last five years,” said Jordan. “Winning it this time meant a lot especially for this group. They’re a young team, but very talented. Each day, each game, they improved. That’s what made the difference.”

“We’ve got motivated athletes and that brotherhood is what this program is all about,” Jordan added. “They’re hungry, and they support each other. Each player has the potential to grow into the best version of themselves, not just on the field, but in life.”

For parents like Kristina Glen, watching the development unfold, especially for her son, has been deeply rewarding.

“I walk, I pace, I breathe. I probably breathe more than Tyson does during the games,” she laughed. “But watching him throw a full 7-inning game, something he wasn’t always given the opportunity to do before, was emotional. That’s development. That’s confidence.”

“It’s a brotherhood,” she said. “You’ve got 10U kids cheering on the older players, and those older boys mentor them in return. Tyson’s grown so much not just as a player, but as a person thanks to that environment.”

Glen also explained that the fall season serves as a developmental phase, with players testing new positions and roles. “This championship wasn’t just about winning. It was about finding out what these boys are capable of.”

Glen also explained that the fall season serves as a developmental phase, with players testing new positions and roles.

The Titans will compete nexted at the Battle of the Belt tournament in Saratoga Springs, New York, from October 10-12. The team enters the competition as defending champions and is eager to repeat their success.

“We’re going into Saratoga with momentum and belief,” said Jordan. “But we also know it’s going to be a challenge. That’s why we play to get better, to push limits, and to see who we can become.”

Tyson, who joined the Titans in 2024 after competing against them for several years, thrives on the competition especially when playing in the U.S.

“In Canada, he’s often one of the top players,” Glen explained. “But in the States, every player is elite. That challenge motivates him to step up and improve every part of his game.”

With a mix of talent, drive, and strong leadership, the U18 Titans are more than just Fall Classic champions; they’re a program on the rise. And for players like Tyson Kyer, this victory is just one milestone in a much bigger journey.

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