BASEBALL

AUBURN PARKS/CHALLENGER CAMP

This camp will focus on fundamental skills. It is open to players ages 8-13, and is set for Aug. 16-20 at Auburn’s Sunset Park from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day. The cost is $135 for Auburn residents and $169 for non-residents. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

TRIPLE PLAY BASEBALL CLUB

Players ages 12-18 with a passion for baseball and a desire to take their game to the next level are invited to a workout with Triple Play baseball Club. More information: (253) 249-9359.

SHARP BASEBALL DEVELOPMENT

Athletes are being accepted for upcoming programs. Private and group lessons in hitting and advanced infield, as well as strength and conditioning programs are available. More information: (425) 306-0814.

EVERGREEN STATE SPORTS

Team facility rental requests are being accepted. Options include rental only, or team training provided by Coach Embery. Limited time slots are available. More information on all of the above is available by contacting Coach Embery at (253) 218-9713.

BASEBALL JAZZ

Professional lessons, camps and coaches clinics are being offered by former Atlanta Braves scout Steve Goucher and the Jazz staff. More information: (206) 230-9011, or online at www.baseballjazz.com, or e-mail to goucher15@hotmail.com.

CANNONS

Tryouts for the 15U Mickey Mantle club are 4-6 p.m., Aug. 15, 21, 22 at Liberty High School, 16655 SE 136th St., Renton. For more information, contact Jeff at 206-227-2920 or CannonsBC@comcast.net.

CAMPS

AUBURN PARKS/CHALLENGER MULTI-SPORT CAMP

These camps are for boys and girls ages 5-13, and will focus on soccer, basketball (or flag football), and baseball or softball, with skill development, practices and plenty of games. Camps for ages 5-8 are Aug. 16-20, from 9 a.m.-noon each day at Sunset Park in Auburn. The cost is $95 for Auburn residents and $119 for non-residents. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

FISHING

FLY FISHING PUGET SOUND BEACHES

Cutthroat, resident salmon and migrating salmon can be taken on flies from Puget Sound beaches. The class is two sessions: Tuesday, Aug. 10, in the classroom at the Kent Senior Activity Center from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 14, on the beach. The cost is $69. More information: Kent Parks at (253) 856-5000.

W. WASHINGTON WALLEYE CLUB

The club meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. behind and below the Green Acres Learning Center, 1826 S. 240th St. (just past Highline Community College). Guests are always welcome. More information: (253) 852-3296 or http://walleye-club.com or P.O. Box 4204, Kent, 98032, or e-mail: sports@foxinternet.net.

NORTHWEST BASSMASTERS

The club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bellefield Office Park Complex Center, 1150 114th Ave. S.E. in Bellevue. More information: Kirk Bain at (425) 922-3469.

GENERAL

AUBURN PARKS COACHES, SPONSORS

VOLUNTEER COACHES and ASSISTANT COACHES are need for various Auburn Parks programs. All coaches are certified through the National Youth Sport Coaches Association and must clear a Washington State Patrol background check.

SPONSORS are needed for the teams that will take part in Auburn Parks leagues in various sports. The team sponsorship fee is $195, with that business having its name and logo on the T-shirt uniform. The sponsoring business also will receive an 8×10 team photo plaque. More information on coaching or sponsorship: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

GOLF

AUBURN PARKS/SKYHAWKS BEGINNING CAMP

This camp is for boys and girls ages 4-8, and is scheduled for Aug. 9-13 at Les Gove Park in Auburn. Campers will use plastic clubs with oversized heads, and miniature tennis balls to help them develop the skill of hitting the ball and learn other basics. The cost is $98 for Auburn residents and $123 for non-residents. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

RIVERBEND AMATEUR

The 17th annual tournament is set for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14-15, at Riverbend Golf Course in Kent. The entry fee s $165 per player. More information: Riverbend at (253) 854-3673.

HOCKEY

BEGINNERS PROGRAM

The Sno-King Junior Thunderbirds will offer a year-round, beginners-level program for boys and girls ages 5-10. No skating experience is necessary. The program will be on Saturdays at Castle Ice in the Renton Highlands, or at Kingsgate Ice Arena in Kirkland. Players are welcome to join at any time. More information: online at www.snokinghockey.com.

GYMNASTICS

AUBURN GYMNASTICS CENTER PROGRAMS/CAMPS

ONE-WEEK CAMPS are scheduled throughout the summer, with different themes each week. Camps for ages 4-6 go from 9 a.m.-noon each day, with a cost of $90 for Auburn residents and $113 for non-residents. Camps for ages 7-13 are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day, with a cost of $160 for Auburn residents and $200 for non-residents. The Auburn Gymnastics Center is located at 1601 Boundary Blvd. More information: AGC at (253) 876-9991, or Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

HARTS GYMNASTICS CENTER PROGRAMS/CAMPS

A GIRLS PROGRAM, which includes work on all four Olympic events plus trampolene and loose foam pits is offered for gymnasts ages 6-12 on on Aug. 16-20 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. each day. The cost for one child is $175 for Auburn residents and $219 for non-residents. A second child is $100 for Auburn residents and $125 for non-residents, and a third child is $75 for Auburn residents and $94 for non-residents. Harts Gymnastics is located at 4520 B St. NW, Suite C. More information: Harts at (253) 520-1973, or Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

ICE SKATING

LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES

An eight-week series with group and private lessons for boys, girls and adults is being offered at KENT VALLEY ICE CENTRE. Instruction is based on criteria set forth by the Ice Skating Institute. Skating classes are a solid starting point for those interested in figure skating or hockey. The facility is located at 6015 S. 240th St. in Kent. More information: (253) 850-2400, ext. 19, or online at www.FamilyNightOut.com.

SOCCER

AUBURN PARKS/BRITISH SOCCER CAMPS

These camps are for boys and girls ages 5-13. Younger players will focus on the basics, while more advanced players will work to fine-tune their skills and incorporate them into game situations. Each camper will be encouraged to play every position. All camps are at Auburn’s Game Farm Park. The final camp is Aug. 9-13 (ages 5-13 from 9 a.m.-noon, $95 Auburn residents/$119 non-residents, and ages 8-13 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $135 Auburn residents/$169 non-residents). More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

AUBURN PARKS DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM

This is a fall developmental program for boys and girls in grades K-8 and for coaches. All games will be played in the Auburn area, primarily on Saturdays, with the possibility of one or two weeknight games. The season runs Sept. 24-Nov. 13 with a clinic and the start of practice on Sept. 11 at Game Farm Park. Registration fees, due by Aug. 6, are $35 Auburn residents/$42 non-residents for grades K-1; $45 Auburn residents/$54 non-residents for grades 2-3 and 4-5; and $50 Auburn residents/$60 non-residents for grades 6-8. Any registration received after Aug. 6 is an ADDITIONAL $10 for residents and non-residents. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

SWIMMING

AUBURN POOL

The pool, located adjacent to Auburn High School at 516 4th St. N.E. offers several programs. PUBLIC SWIMS are available Monday through Friday from 1-3 p.m.; and Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7-8 p.m. ($3 for adults, $2.50 for children and seniors, or $9 for a family). LAP SWIMS are offered Monday through Friday from 6-8 a.m. and noon-1 p.m.; and Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-9 p.m. ($4 adults, $3.50 children and seniors). TWO-WEEK LESSON SESSIONS are offered on Monday through Friday from Aug. 9-20, and Aug. 23-Sept. 3. Costs are $6 per lesson for ages 3-6; $5 per lesson for ages 6-14. More information: Auburn Pool at (253) 939-8825.

TRIATHLON

TRIATHLON TRAINING

These swim and run workouts are for athletes age 18 and older. Participants must be able to swim 100 yards without stopping. Wet suits are mandatory to swim in deep water or along the buoy line. Running workouts will take place around Lake Meridian and on the Soos Creek Trail. Sessions are scheduled for Wednesdays, from now through Aug. 25, from 6:15-8 p.m. at Lake Meridian Park. Costs are $120 for nine workouts, $84 for six workouts, and $15 on a drop-in basis. More information: Kent Parks at (253) 856-5000. Bike training opportunities will be available. Details can be found online at www.weraisethebar.com. Registration for the training sessions also can be completed on that Web site.

VOLLEYBALL

KENT PARKS ADULT LEAGUES

Leagues are offered three times throughout the year: Fall (September-December), Winter (January-March) and Spring (April-May). Levels of play are Tuesday Night Open, Tuesday Night Coed and Wednesday Night Women. All matches are played at Kent Commons. More information: Kent Parks at (253) 856-5000.

AUBURN PARKS CAMP

This camp for players ages 8-13 is scheduled for Aug. 16-20 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day at Mt. Baker Middle School in Auburn. It will focus on building skills for both offense and defense. The cost is $135 for Auburn residents and $169 for non-residents. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

PAT POWERS CLINIC

These two-day clinics are for players age 13 to adult. Among the topics covered are putting spin on the ball to increase control, how to snap a ball instead of hitting it, and how to put ‘pop’ onto serves. The clinics are set for Aug. 9-10 and Dec. 11-12 at Kent Commons. The cost is $140. More information: Kent Parks at (253) 856-5000.