Belmonte shines at Wooden Bat Championships

JUPITER, FLA. | St. Rita sophomore and Munster resident Stefano Belmonte hit .545 in five games for Bo Jackson Midwest at the Perfect Game USA World Wooden Bat Association Championships. The tournament showcased some of the top high school players in the world.

Chicago Comets holding volleyball tryouts

CHICAGO | The Chicago Comets are holding tryouts for girls in grades 6-8 and grades 9-12 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 9 and Nov. 11 at the De La Salle Institute's Parmer Activity Center in Chicago. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Cost is $15, which must be paid in cash or checks made payable to the Chicago Comets Volleyball Club. In addition, a waiver and release form must be signed and turned in at registration. The waiver is available online at GREATLAKESVOLLEYBALL.ORG under "publications," then "forms." Cost per accepted athlete will be approximately $1,200, which includes uniform, USAV registration fees, Velocity training and tournament fees. For more information, contact Anna Marassa at (773) 650-6800, ext. 181, (312) 326-3106, or at marassaa@dls.org.

Tryouts for U13, U14 U16 and U17 girls soccer teams

HOBART | The Three Lions FC will be holding tryouts for its U13, U14, U16 and U17 girls soccer teams at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Hobart Elks Club, 3589 61st Ave. Bad weather date is from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Nov. 11. For details, call (219) 779-0420 or e-mail info@threelionscoaching.com.

Fitness Pointe offering workshop to improve athletic success

MUNSTER | Community Hospital Fitness Pointe, 9950 Calumet Ave., Munster, is holding an information session about its Foundation in Youth Athletic Success program at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. The free educational program addresses top common training errors and how to reduce the risk for injury. After the session, parents may reserve a spot for their child to attend a full six-week workshop at a discounted rate. For more information, call (219) 836-3477 or 1 (866) 836-3477 (toll free).

Dunes Volleyball Club holding tryouts on Sunday

ROLLING PRAIRIE | The Dunes Volleyball Club is holding tryouts Sunday at the Dunes Operation Center in Rolling Prairie. Times are from 10 a.m.-noon for 14U, from noon-2 p.m. for 15U, from 2-4 p.m. for 16U, and from 4-6 p.m. for 18U. Additional tryouts will be Nov. 29 at Crown Point High School, and Dec. 6 at the DOC. For more information, contact Rick Ashmore at (219) 872-7102 or dunesvbc@comcast.net.

Winter adult basketball leagues at C.P Heath and Fitness

CROWN POINT | Winter adult basketball leagues are starting at Crown Point Health and Fitness Center in December. There will be women's, open and over-30 divisions. Cost is $475 per team plus referee fees. For more information, call Dave at (219) 765-4966.

Youth basketball skills competition Hudson Campbell

GARY | The City of Gary Park Department in partnership with the National Basketball Association will be hosting the inaugural NBA Fit/WNBA Fit Dribble, Dish and Swish skills competition for boys and girls ages 7-12 on Nov. 14. Registration starts at 9 a.m. Parents may register their children the day of the competition, or pick up registration forms in advance. For more information, call (219) 886-7099, ext. 20, 21 or 22.

Adult baseball team looking for pitchers

VALPARAISO | An adult baseball team is looking for 2-3 pitchers for the 2010 season. Players must be at least 28 years old. Games are played on Sunday mornings throughout Northwest Indiana from April through September. Bi-weekly indoor practices will start in February on Sunday mornings and last until the weather breaks. Send name and telephone number to tgifmjc@aol.com, or call Michael at (219) 313-4245.

Diamond Kings holding four-week baseball and softball camps

ST. JOHN | Diamond Kings Baseball and Softball Training Complex in St. John will be running four-week Video Analysis Campsfor baseball and softball on Saturdays from Nov. 28-Dec. 19. Players will have their swings or throwing motions analyzed on video each each week. Cost is $99 per player. Registration deadline is Nov. 15.

Diamond Kings also is holding a four-week Future Stars Holiday Baseball and Softball Camp for ages 4-6 on Saturdays at 11 a.m. from Nov. 28-Dec. 19. Cost is $99 per player. Registration deadline is Nov. 15. For more information, call (219) 558-2273, or visit WWW.TRAINDK.COM.

Joe Plesac giving private pitching lessons this winter

REGION | Former N.C. State, Team USA and San Diego Padres organization baseball player Joe Plesac is giving pitching lessons to ages 10 and over during the winter months. For more information, contact Plesac at (219) 242-2774 or josephplesac@aol.com.

Afterschool baseball camps at Dave Griffin's

GRIFFITH | Dave Griffin's Baseball and Softball School is holding an afterschool baseball camp on Wednesdays starting Nov. 18. The four-week camp costs $50. Times are from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for ages 5-7, and from 6-7 p.m. for ages 8-10. To reserve a spot, call (219) 922-1107.

Phenom Top 150 college exposure showcase at The Fieldhouse

MERRILLVILLE | The Fieldhouse-Merrillville will host the Phenom Top 150 college exposure showcase on Nov. 8 for boys and girls basketball players in their freshman, sophomore or junior years of high school. All participants will receive skill training, an advance scoring offensive clinic, NCAA eligibility information and a T-shirt. Registration is from 11 a.m.-noon. The showcase will be from noon-7 p.m. Cost is $95 per person. For more information, call (219) 614-2535.

Playmakers 13-year-old baseball team seeks players

GRIFFITH | The Playmakers 13-year-old baseball team is looking for a few players to fill its roster. For a private tryout, call Jim at (219) 313-6680 or Dave at (219) 922-1107.

Hallmark II is holding youth soccer leagues and lessons

MERRILLVILLE | Hallmark II, 8328 Colorado St., Merrillville, is accepting registration for youth indoor soccer leagues and youth soccer classes through Sunday. For more information, call (219) 947-2629, or visit WWW.HALLMARKSPORTSCLUBII.COM.

Soccer tournament on Thanksgiving Weekend

CROWN POINT | A Thanksgiving Weekend Soccer Tournament will be held Nov. 27-28 at Crown Point Health and Fitness Center, 1516 N. Main St., Crown Point. Divisions include youth, which costs $100 per team, and adult open and adult over 30, which each cost $200 per team. For more information, call (219) 662-8862.

Altitude Volleyball Club looking for boy players

CROWN POINT | Altitude Volleyball Club, based out of Crown Point, is looking for boys ages 13-16 interested in being on a travel volleyball team that would practice twice a week plus play in area tournaments about every other weekend. Prior experience is appreciated, but only a strong desire to learn and commit to the program is necessary. The season would run from mid-November through February. Participation cost is approximately $450. For more information, contact Matt Zima at (219) 308-1557 or mzima@altitudevb.com.

Dolphins Winter Tune Up Basketball in Elgin

ELGIN | The Dolphins Winter Tune Up Basketball Classic will be held Dec. 12-13 (grade 4-8 boys) and Dec. 19-20 (grade 5-8 girls) at the Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way. Cost is $275 per team. For more information on the event, contact Teresa Triplett at (847) 815-4747 or at tt@dolphinsbasketball.com, or go to WWW.DOLPHINSBASKETBALL.COM.

Northwest Indiana Shockers 13U baseball team seeks pitchers

GRIFFITH | John Mallee's Northwest Indiana Shockers 13U elite baseball team is looking for two pitchers to complete its rosters. For more information, contact Scott Kapers at (219) 742-2652 or kaper46863@yahoo.com.

Blackhawks Alumni to skate at Midwest Training and Ice

DYER | Midwest Training and Ice Center will host a Blackhawks Alumni Game starting a 6 p.m. Saturday. The former Blackhawks will skate against Team Midwest, with proceeds going toward the Chicago Blackhawk Charities and St. Jude. There will be memorabilia auctions and players available for autographs. For more information, call (219) 558-8811 or visit WWW.MIDWESTTRAININGANDICECENTER.COM.

Indiana Dawgz AAU basketball looking for players

REGION | The Indiana Dawgz AAU basketball club is looking for boy players in grades 6-8 to help feed its high school team. The Dawgz also are looking for an eighth-grade coach. For more information, call Steve Catherman at (219) 406-4400.

Coed volleyball, beanbag tourney at On the Square

CROWN POINT | Monday night coed volleyball leagues are starting a On the Square Sports Academy in Crown Point. The competitive and recreational leagues will begin with two open nights on Nov. 23 and Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. costing $5 a player. The leagues will begin on Dec. 7. A $50 deposit will reserve a spot. For more information, call (219) 226-1130 or go to WWW.OTSSA.COM.

Former major leaguers giving lessons at Triple Crown

SCHERERVILLE | Former Major League Baseball players Larry Bigbie and Brent Bowers are giving lessons at Triple Crown Sports Academy in Schererville. Also available for lessons are minor league pitching coach Bill Bryk, and former Lake Central and Purdue softball ace Brooke Baker. Fall specials include $25 lessons and $10 half-hour cage rentals. For more information, call (219) 864-0711.

South Suburban College holding Sunday baseball camp

SOUTH HOLLAND | South Suburban College Baseball Coaches will be hosting the annual Michael Pippin Fall/Winter Sunday Baseball Camp. The 14-week camp starts Sunday. For more information, call Steve Ruzich at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2413.

Harvest Moon Hoopfest tournament at The Fieldhouse

MERRILLVILLE | The Fieldhouse-Merrillville will hold the Harvest Moon Hoopfest boys and girls basketball tournament for grades 4-12 on Saturday. The cost is $200 per team. There will be a three-game guarantee. For more information, call (219) 738-2424, or go to WWW.THEFIELDHOUSE-MERRILLVILLE.COM.

Dave Griffin's offering pitching camp with video analysis

GRIFFITH | Dave Griffin's Baseball School, 1200 W. Main St., Griffith, will hold a pitching camp with video analysis for ages 12-16 from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 27. Cost is $65. Also, a Thanksgiving Softball Camp for ages 6-12 will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 27. Pitching, fielding, hitting, throwing, outfield and baserunning will be covered. Cost is $60. For more information, call (219) 922-1107 or e-mail dgbaseball@comcast.net.To reserve a spot, call (219) 922-1107, or e-mail dgbaseball@comcast.net.

Baylor Basketball to hold Holiday Tourney at IUN

GARY | Baylor Basketball will hold a Holiday Basketball Tournament for boys and girls team ages 8U through 17U on Dec. 12-13 at Indiana University Northwest. The tournament is open traveling, league, AAU and school teams. For more information, call (219) 306-9932, fax (219) 884-2412, or visit WWW.BAYLORYOUTH.ORG.

Benefit to help former Andrean and Hurricane star pitcher

DYER | "A Call to the Bullpen: Providing a Little Relief for Luke DeBold" will be held from 6-10 p.m. Nov. 21 at St. Maria Goretti Parish Hall, 500 Northgate Drive, Dyer. DeBold, who graduated from Andrean as class valedictorian in 1998 before helping the University of Miami baseball team win two NCAA titles (1999 and 2001) as a relief pitcher, was diagnosed with cancer in March of 2008. Tickets for the event are $30 each, which includes food and drink, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. For tickets or more information, call Jeff Fus at (301) 885-8411, e-mail lukebenefit@gmail.com, or go to WWW.BENEFITFORLUKE.COM.