TROJAN SUMMER CAMPS
Camps for BASEBALL and FASTPITCH are scheduled for June 23-27 at the Auburn High School baseball complex. Elementary-age players will meet from 9-11:30 a.m.; and middle school-age players will meet from 1-3:30 p.m. The cost is $115, and includes a T-shirt. Early registration is encouraged. The focus will be on offense, defense, speed training, throwing arm care, throwing programs, base-running concepts and position-specific instruction. The camps will be directed by coach Brian Embery. More information: (253) 826-3262 or www.eteamz.com/evergreenstatesports. Registration forms can be downloaded from the Web site.
5-TOOL SUMMER RESIDENT CAMPS
These camps for BASEBALL and FASTPITCH, conducted by Auburn High School and Evergreen State Sports, will offer three one-week sessions: July 20-24 (fundamentals for ages 8-14), July 27-31 (advanced fundamentals for ages 15-18) and Aug. 3-7 (fundamentals for ages 8-14). Camps will take place at the Brannan Sports Complex in Auburn, and campers will be housed and meals will be provided at Cascade Middle School in Auburn. The camps will be conducted by coach Brian Embery. Early registration is encouraged. More information: (253) 826-3262 or online at www.eteamz.com/evergreenstatesports. Registration forms can be downloaded from the Web site.
UMPIRES NEEDED
Umpires for youth games in the Auburn and Federal Way areas are needed. Training is provided. More information: King County Umpires at (253) 931-8185.
AUBURN PARKS YOUTH LEAGUES
Registration is open through April 30 for players in grades 7-12, and through May 5 for players in grades K-2. Costs (depending on age and league) range from $25-$50 for Auburn residents, and $32-$63 for non-residents. More information: (253) 931-3043, or www.auburnwa.gov.
BASKETBALL
AUBURN BASKETBALL ACADEMY
This academy for players in grades 3-8 begins April 14 at Auburn High School. The academy will run for four weeks on a Monday-Wednesday basis from 6:30-8 p.m. It will be directed by Auburn head boys coach Ryan Hansen and his staff. Registration can be completed on the first day of the academy, or by contacting Hansen at rhansen@auburn.wednet.edu.
QUICK HANDLE SPRING ACADEMY
This academy for boys and girls in grades 3-12 will offer skill development and youth classes through May 24 at locations in Renton, Bellevue and Monroe. More information: Wayne Mendoza at (425) 369-2221 or online at www.quickhandle.com, or by e-mailing to coach@quickhandle.com.
AAU NATIONAL GIRLS QUALIFIER
This tournament, scheduled for April 19-20 at Mount Rainier HIgh in Des Moines, is open to teams by age division or by grade. The team entry fee is $224, with a four-game guarantee. More information: (425) 744-1860, or online at www.yourwta.com, or by e-mailing to wtabball@comcast.net.
SPRING JAM BOYS TOURNAMENT
This tournament, set for April 19-20 at Mount Rainier High in Des Moines, is open to teams in grades 4-12. The team entry fee is $225. More information: (425) 744-1860, or online at www.yourwta.com, or by e-mailing to wtabball@comcast.net.
CHEERLEADING
SOUTH ELITE ALL-STAR TRYOUTS
This organization, which practices at Kentwood High School and is the first team in the state to win a bid to the World Cheerleading Championships, will conduct tryouts in May for both new and experienced cheerleaders. Tryout dates are May 13 for Juniors, Youth and Minis (age 14 and under), from 6-8 p.m.; and on May 15 or Seniors (age 18 and under) of all levels, also from 6-8 p.m. South Elite also has new “Blue” level teams that offer a more affordable way to participate in all-star cheer. More information: online at www.southeliteallstars.com, or e-mail to kimkawachi@comcast.net.
FASTPITCH
USSSA UMPIRES NEEDED
Umps are needed for King County and the South end. Umpires can set their own schedule, and association officials will help them make that schedule work. Payment is monthly. More information: Paul at (425) 870-1043 or Dale at (425) 481-2005.
AUBURN PARKS YOUTH LEAGUES
Registration is open through April 30 for grades 7-12; and May 5 for grades K-2. Costs (depending on age and league) range from $25-$50 for Auburn residents, and $32-$63 for non-residents. More information: (253) 931-3043, or www.auburnwa.gov.
FEDERAL WAY GIRLS FASTPITCH ASSN. REGISTRATION
Registration for girls ages 6-14 is in progress for the upcoming season. More information: (253) 520-6514, or www.eteamz.com/FWGFA.
FISHING
PUGET SOUND ANGLERS
The South King County chapter will meet on April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Des Moines Masonic Temple, 2208 S. 223rd St. in Des Moines. The guest speaker will be master fisherman Tom Pollack, who will offer instruction on how to catch shrimp and lings in local waters. A lottery with many valuable prizes also will be part of the evening. More information: Frank Eshpeter at (206) 755-8409, or online at www.pugetsoundanglers.net.
FOOTBALL
PUGET SOUND FOOTBALL CAMP
This camp is for players who will be entering grades 4-9 in the fall. It is scheduled for June 30-July 3 at French Field on the campus of Kent-Meridian High School. It is a non-contact camp and runs from 9 a.m.-noon each day. It will be directed by Kentridge High head coach Marty Osborn, and the camp staff will include coaches from Kentridge and other area high schools and junior highs, as well as current Kentridge seniors and former players now in college. The cost is $105. More information: Coach Osborn at (253) 891-2294 or (253) 373-4248.
GOLF
SENIOR 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. from May 5-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. An informational meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 28, at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.
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.
SOCCER
KYSA SPRING LEAGUES
Registration for Kent Youth Soccer Association Modified and Recreational spring leagues is open. Modified leagues are offered in U-5 (coed) and U-6 through U-10 for boys and girls. The cost is $50. Recreational leagues are offered for girls in U-11, U-12 and U-13. The cost is $95. Registration and more information: online at www.kysa.org.
AYSA SYNERGY
This Auburn Youth Soccer Association club will conduct tryouts at Game Farm Park in Auburn for girls age groups on May 17, 19 and 24 as follows: U-16 AND U-17 from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on both May 17 and May 24, and from 6-7:30 p.m. on May 19. U-18 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on May 17 and May 24, and 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. on May 19. More information is available online at www.auburnyouthsoccer.net. All athletes should bring plenty of water, wear shinguards and appropriate shoes.
SOFTBALL
USSSA UMPIRES NEEDED
Umps are needed for King County and the South end. Umpires can set their own schedule, and association officials will help them make that schedule work. Payment is monthly. More information: Paul at (425) 870-1043 or Dale at (425) 481-2005.
AUBURN PARKS SENIOR COED
This league is for men and women over the age of 50. Games will be played Tuesdays and Thursdays from April 22-Aug. 7 at 10 a.m. at Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. N.E. The registration fee is $65. A planning meeting is set for April 17, and practice begins April 22 at Game Farm Park. More information: (253) 931-3043.
ADULT SLOWPITCH UMPS NEEDED
Umpires are needed for adult games in South King County. Training is provided. More information: King County Umpires at (253) 931-8185.
DES MOINES SENIOR COED
Spring training begins in April. This Des Moines-based team is open to men age 55 and older, and women age 50 and older. League play begins in May. More information: Des Moines Activity Center at (206) 878-1642.
