Kerry Russell, left, and Jennifer Murphy say they're excited to make history as part of Team Newfoundland and Labrador at the 2025 Canada Summer Games in St. John's. (Mike Moore/CBC)
A quiet, cool morning along Carpasian Road in St. John's opens up into a hub of activity as the historic St. Pat's Ballpark plays host for another week of the 2025 Canada Summer Games.
Lawn mowers are buzzing, the smell of fresh-cut grass clings to the air.
Just inside the gates of the park is Team Newfoundland and Labrador warming up ahead of a morning practice.
It could be like any other day of the summer for most of these athletes, but they all know they're about to make history.
"I'm very excited to showcase our talent, and to show the rest of the country what we can do," Team N.L. catcher Kerry Rus