BASEBALL
MAPLE VALLEY PONY TRYOUTS
Tryouts for 2009 select teams will take place throughout September. All players should show up 15 minutes early to sign up and warm up. For indoor tryouts at Rock Creek Sports in Ravensdale, players should bring tennis shoes. League ages are as of April 30, 2009. The schedule is as follows: 9-year-olds, Sept. 21 and 28 at 4:30 p.m. both days at Rock Creek Sports. More information: Jeff at (206) 786-2987. 10U on Sept. 28 and Oct. 5 at 3 p.m. both days at Rock Creek Sports. More information: Tim at (206) 383-1217. 11-year-olds on Sept. 13 and 20 at 9:30 a.m. both days at Rock Creek Sports, and on Sept. 14 at 3 p.m. at Black Diamond Elementary. More information: Kevin at (253) 514-5367. 12U on Sept. 7 and 14 at 11 a.m. both days at Rock Creek Sports. More information: Tom at (206) 786-3655. 13-year-olds on Sept. 13, 14 and 20 at 3 p.m. each day at Tahoma Junior High (90-foot field). More information: Richard at (206) 459-2649. 16U: Contact Michael at (206) 972-9328 to schedule a tryout. 18U: Contact Jim at (206) 755-6218 to schedule a tryout.
SBA YANKEES
Individual tryouts for this 14U team are being scheduled. The team is seeking one and possibly two players to fill out its roster for the upcoming season. More information: Rod Robinson at (253) 335-2040 or e-mail to Rod.Robinson@comcast.net.
SEA DOGS TRYOUTS
This 13U team will conduct tryouts on Sept. 6 at noon, Sept. 7 at 3 p.m., both at the Daffodil Sports Complex, 15206 Daffodil St. Ct. E. in Sumner, and on Sept. 10 at 6 p.m. at a location to be determined. The team will participate in a Puyallup-based league and will play in approximately seven tournaments. Ability to pitch and/or catch is a plus. More information: Duane Christensen at (206) 669-8252 or Jeff Myers at (253) 224-1725.
EVERGREEN STATE SPORTS
Early registrations for the 2008-09 TRAINING YEAR CYCLE, which begins. Sept. 1, are being accepted. Team and individual sessions are available. The club is forming new 8- and 10-year-old teams to join its 12, 14, 16 and 18 age squads. Teams have limited spots available. Individual players may train with existing teams.
TEAM FACILITY RENTAL REQUESTS are being accepted. Options include rental only, or team training provided by Coach Embery. Limited time slots are available.
PRIVATE or SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION in pitching and hitting will be offered beginning Sept. 1. Packages of four lessons, with the first one free (5 for the price of 4) 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 team 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.
RENTON LITTLE LEAGUE
The leagues board of directors meets the second Monday of each month. All meetings are open to anyone interested in Renton Little League activities. More information: (425) 652-1768 and leave your name and phone number.
AUBURN LITTLE LEAGUE
A GENERAL SESSION meeting takes place the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 809 9th St. S.E. It is open to anyone interested in Auburn Little League activities. More information: www.auburnlittleleague.com.
BASKETBALL
RECREATIONAL PLAYERS NEEDED
Mature recreational players are needed for a group that gathers on a Monday-Wednesday-Friday basis at noon in the Kent area. It’s strictly for fun and exercise. More information: e-mail to kknapp@rei.com.
HALLOWEEN HOOT TOURNAMENT
This WTA tournament is scheduled for Oct. 25-26 at a location to be determined. It is open to boys and girls teams in grades 4-12. The team entry is $225, with a four-game guarantee. More information: (425) 744-1860, or online at www.yourwta.com, or e-mail to wtabball@comcast.net.
AUBURN PARKS 4-ON-4 ADULTS
Registration is open for this call-your-own fall league. Players must be 18 or older. Teams play a 10-game schedule on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, depending on level. League play begins at the end of September. The team entry fee is $120, and the early registration deadline is Sept. 10. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
AUBURN PARKS ADULT WINTER LEAGUE
This 5-on-5 league is for players 18 and older, complete with officials, playoffs and awards. Teams play a 10-game schedule in a division with teams of similar skill level. Games are at local high schools and middle schools on Mondays through Thursdays, depending on level. The cost is $650 per team, and the early registration deadline is Nov. 26. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
TEEN GYM NIGHTS
Free drop-in nights for teens are offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6-9 at the Black Diamond Community Center’s community gym, 25511 Lawson St., behind the Cenex gas station. Adults are welcome on Wednesdays at a cost of $1.50. Registration is required. All players must bring court shoes. More information: (360) 886-1011 or online at www.blackdiamondcc.org, or e-mail to bdcc-admin@qwest.net.
TRAINING CLASSES
Emerald City Basketball Academy is offering classes on Tuesdays at the Klahanne Lake Community Center, 33901 9th Ave. S. in Federal Way. Classes offered are shooting (4-5 p.m.), wing play (5-6 p.m.) and point guard play (6-7 p.m.). More information: (206) 283-8709.
BOATING
KENT DRAGON BOAT ASSN.
The association is inviting anyone interested in paddling a 48-foot dragon boat to Lake Meridian in Kent on Saturdays (before 8 a.m.) and Tuesdays (6 p.m.) through mid October. All equipment is provided, and no experience is needed. Teams meet at the Lake Meridian boat dock. More information: Ted Childs at (253) 630-3657.
CAMPS
GOFAST SPEED CAMP
These four-day camps take place at Kentridge High School, and are open to boys and girls ages 10-18 in all sports. The focus will be on developing speed, agility, quickness, running technique, injury prevention, and linear and lateral movement. More information: (253) 630-4160 or online at www.unlimitedathlete.com.
CYCLING
EMERALD CITY LIGHTS RIDE/5K WALK
This ride, with available loops of 18, 30 or 65 miles, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6. It starts and finishes at Game Farm Park in Auburn. Riders can start at 8 a.m., and the course closes at 4 p.m. The cost for the bike ride is $35 prior to Sept. 6, or $45 on the day of the event. For the walk, it’s $15 prior to Sept. 6, and $20 on the day of the event. Proceeds benefit Our Daily Bread Basket. All participants are requested to bring two cans of food for community food banks. Registration can be completed online at www.emeraldcitylightsbikeride.org.
EQUESTRIAN
CAMP TASHUNKA
This Redmond facility has limited space available for day camps, half-day camps, half- and full-horse leases, and horsemanship instruction. Programs for all ages and ability levels are offered in competitive and recreational showmanship, Western, English, and trail. More information: R.A. Mazzola at (425) 522-4795, or online at www.camptashunka.com, or e-mail to ramazzola@aol.com.
FASTPITCH
MAPLE VALLEY 12U PLAYER NEEDED
A tournament team is seeking one player to complete its roster. Tryouts can be scheduled by contacting Mark at (425) 432-3754.
AUBURN LITTLE LEAGUE
A GENERAL SESSION meeting takes place the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 809 9th St. S.E. It is open to anyone interested in Auburn Little League activities. More information: www.auburnlittleleague.com.
RENTON LITTLE LEAGUE
The leagues board of directors meets the second Monday of each month. All meetings are open to anyone interested in Renton Little League activities. More information: (425) 652-1768 and leave your name and phone number.
FISHING
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.
FOOTBALL
AUBURN PARKS YOUTH FLAG LEAGUE
This all-pass, non-contact league is for players in grades 4-8. Practices are scheduled for weekday evenings with volunteer coaches, and games are on Monday and/or Wednesday evenings, with some possible travel to facilities in the surrounding area for games. The cost is $30-$38 per player, depending on residency, and the early registration deadline is Sept. 24. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
MAPLE VALLEY ADULT FLAG LEAGUE
This 6-on-6, no-contact league is being offered by Maple Valley Parks. Teams will play one jamboree game and seven regular-season games. If enough teams sign up, two divisions – Recreational and Competitive – will be offered. The jamboree is Sept. 6, the regular season begins Sept. 13, with playoffs for the top four teams in each division beginning Nov. 1. Games are played at Lake Wilderness Park. The team registration fee is $470. OFFICIALS are needed to work 2-6 hours on Saturday, with pay ranging from $18 to $22 per hour. TEAM SPONSORS also are needed. More information: Mark Ratcliffe at Maple Valley Parks, (425) 413-8800, ext. 202, or online at www.maplevalleyparks.com.
GENERAL
TAHOMA LEARNING COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
The Tahoma Learning Community will offer the Tahoma Basketball Academy, the Gorilla Basketball Camp, a summer soccer camp, summer hoops camp, the Tahoma Cheer Camp, tumbling clinics, and a tennis camp. More information: (425) 413-3405 or online at www.tahomasd.us/community.
GOLF
SENIOR GOLF REC LEAGUE
This recreation league, with an emphasis on fun, is being offered by Auburn Parks and the Auburn Senior Activity Center on Mondays at 9 a.m. through Oct. 27. Play will take place at Auburn Golf Course. The league fee is $10. Greens fees at Auburn are $15 for nine holes and $22 for 18 holes, and are payable at the course. Registration can be completed at the Auburn Senior Center. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
AUBURN YOUNG LIFE TOURNAMENT
This tournament is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 9 at Auburn Golf Course. It has a 1 p.m. shotgun start, with check-in and lunch at 11:30 a.m. The entry fee is $480 for a foursome, which includes greens fees, cart, lunch, tee prize and snacks. Hole sponsorship is available for $200. More information, including sign-up: (253) 735-3247.
JADE GREENS WOMEN’S CLUB
The club meets Mondays at 8:30 a.m. Golfers of all levels are welcome. More information: Jade Greens at (253) 931-8562.
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.
SAILING
RENTON SAILING CLUB CLASSES
A four-session INTRO TO BASIC SAILING class will be offered on Wednesdays, with classes now under way, and the last series beginning Sept. 3. It is open to ages 9 and older. Instruction will be offered in how to rig and sail a small dinghy, all within a confined area. The cost is $32 for Renton residents and $38 for non-residents.
An eight-session RED CROSS-CERTIFIED SMALL-BOAT SAILING class will be offered on a Thursday-Friday basis for four weeks, with classes now under way, and the last series beginning on Sept. 4. The cost is $80 for residents and $95 for non-residents.
Both the INTRO and the SMALL-BOAT classes will take place at the canoe launch in Renton’s Gene Coulon Park. More information: (425) 430-6729 or online at www.ci.renton.wa.us.
SCUBA
COED AND WOMEN’S CLASSES
PADI scuba classes will be offered through October by GirlDiver Instruction of Auburn. The course includes class, pool and open-water dives conducted in Puget Sound. All standard gear and air fills are included in the class price of $329. The limit is six students per class. Advanced and refresher classes also are available. More information: (253) 217-8204 or online at www.girldiver.com.
SOCCER
KENT PARKS YOUTH SOCCER
Leagues for boys and girls in Pre-K through Grade 6 are forming. Leagues are formed by grades, with Pre-K and K/1st playing coed, and all others (Grades 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) having separate boys and girls leagues. The registration fee is $45. Players for the Pre-K league must be at least 3 years old as of Aug. 31, 2008. More information: Kent Parks (253) 856-5000.
SWIMMING
AUBURN POOL
The pool offers several programs. PUBLIC SWIMS are available Monday through Friday from 1-3 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. at $2.75 for adults and $2.25 for youths. LAP SWIMS are scheduled for Monday through Friday from 6-8 a.m., noon-1 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. at $3.75 for adults and $2.75 for youths. LESSONS are available on a Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday basis from 5:30-7 p.m., and on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-noon. Prices depend on age. The pool is adjacent to Auburn High at 516 4th St. N.E. More information: (253) 939-8825.
COVINGTON AQUATIC CENTER
LAP SWIMS are offered M-W-F from 5:30-7 a.m.; Sunday through Saturday from noon-1 p.m.; Monday and Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:30-9:30 p.m., and Friday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. PUBLIC SWIMS are Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Saturday from 1-2 p.m. and 2-3 p.m. and Sunday from 1-2 p.m. PUBLIC SWIMS WITHOUT THE SLIDE are Friday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. SHALLOW-END ONLY PUBLIC SWIMS are Monday through Friday from noon-1 p.m. SHALLOW-END ONLY FAMILY SWIMS (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) are Friday from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday from noon-1 p.m. HALF-HOUR LESSONS are offered on a Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday basis from 4-7:30 p.m. in four-week sessions. SHALLOW-WATER EXERCISE is Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. DEEP-WATER EXERCISE is Monday through Friday from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; and Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30-9:30 p.m. POOL RENTALS for private parties are available on Saturdays from 3-6 p.m. More information: (425) 413-7665, or online at www.ci.covington.wa.us.
KENT SWIM AND TENNIS CLUB LESSONS
Lessons are available in two-week sessions throughout the summer. The club has an outdoor pool with Red Cross-certified instructors. The cost is $75 for 10 classes. A variety of classes covering all abilities are available from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on a Monday-through-Friday basis. More information: (253) 852-7620 or www.kentswimandtennisclub.org.
SYNCHRO SWIM
FREE TRYOUT
Seattle Synchronized Swim is hosting a free tryout on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m.-noon at the Carole Ann Wald Memorial Pool, 14445 Juanita Drive N.E. in Kenmore. More information: (425) 968-8655 or online at www.seattlesynchro.com, or e-mail to seastars@seattlesynchro.com.
TENNIS
RENTON PARKS SUMMER PROGRAMS
LESSONS for beginners, advanced beginners, teens and adults will be offered througout the summer at McKnight Middle School, 1200 Edmonds Ave. N.E. in Renton. Lessons will be on a Tuesday-Thursday basis for two-week intervals (four lessons in all), with a session from 6:30-7:30 p.m., and another session from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Sessions are now under way; the last one begins Sept. 2. The cost is $44 for Renton residents and $53 for non-residents.
KENT SWIM AND TENNIS CLUB LESSONS
Group and private lessons are offered on the clubs outdoor courts. More information: (253) 852-7620 or www.kentswimandtennisclub.org.
VOLLEYBALL
KENT PARKS JUNIOR GIRLS LEAGUE
Registration for leagues for grades 7/8 and 9 through 12 is in progress. The registration fee is $45 through Sept. 2, and $50 thereafter. Practices begin in early October. More information: Kent Parks at (253) 856-5000.
AUBURN PARKS GIRLS LEAGUE
This recreational league is for girls in grades 4-5. Practices are on weekday evenings with volunteer coaches, with matches on Sunday, Monday and/or Thursday evenings, some of which might involve travel to facilities in the surrounding area. The cost is $40-$50 per player, depending on residency, and the early registration deadline is Sept. 24. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
WATER POLO
WASHINGTON WATER POLO CLUB
New members are welcome. More information: (425) 896-0495.
WRESTLING
AUBURN PARKS YOUTH PROGRAM
This developmental for wrestlers ages 6-12 focuses on fundamentals, sportsmanship, conditioning, teamwork and confidence in a fun but competitive atmosphere. Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. Matches are on Saturdays, with some travel in the surrounding area required. Matches last between four and eight hours, depending on whether it’s a dual meet or a tournament. The cost is $75-$85 per wrestler, based on residency, and the early registration deadline is Oct. 20. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
YOGA
PACIFIC PARKS CLASSES
Classes are offered on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. The cost is $6 for adults and $1 for children on a drop-in basis, or $25 for adults and $3 for children for a five-week session. More information: (253) 929-1155.
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