Hessville Little League seeks to fill positions
HAMMOND | Hessville Little League is in search of a few volunteer board members. Ideal candidates should be outgoing, self-motivated and great communicators. The positions include Sponsor Chairman, whose duties include securing sponsors in the name of the league, keeping an accurate record of sponsor contracts and amount donatated to the league, being a liaison officer between sponsors and Board of Directors, and create and submit a sponsor budget for ensuing year for board approval; and Coaching Coordinator, whose duties include representing coaches/managers in the league, gain support and funds necessary to implement at league-wide training program, order and distribute training materials, coordinate mini-clinics as necessary, serve as the contact person for Little League International and its manager-coach education program for Hessville Little League, and create and submit a training budget for the ensuing year for board approval.
Those interested should contact league president Manuel Rodriguez at (312) 420-9844 by Monday.
Merrillville Babe Ruth Baseball holding signups
MERRILLVILLE | Merrillville Babe Ruth Baseball is holding signups at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Merrillville American Legion Hall. The league is for Ross Township residents ages 4-15 -- must be 4 by May 1. New players must bring birth certificate and proof or residence. Managers and coaches are needed. For more information, call (219) 980-6111.
Tumbling and trampoline competition at Midwest
DYER | Junior Olympic Trampoline and Tumbling, Inc. and Midwest Training and Ice Center will host "Midwest Mania" featuring local and regional athletes competing in tumbling, trampoline and double-mini from levels 1 through elite from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. March 7 at MTIC, 10600 White Oak Ave., Dyer. Tickets are $4 for adult and $3 for children under 12 -- available at the door. For more information, call (219) 558-8811 or go to WWW.MIDWESTTRAININGANDICECENTER.COM.
Free football coaches clinic at Mount Carmel
CHICAGO | All grammar school football coaches are invited to attend a free coaches clinic on March 20 at Mount Carmel High School, 6410 S. Dante Ave., Chicago. The half-day program begins at 8:30 a.m. and includes a continental breakfast and lunch, presentations, video and live demonstrations. Headline speakers will be Mount Carmel head coach Frank Lenti and Northwestern University offensive line coach Adam Cushing. Members of the Caravan coaching staff will assist at the clinic, which will have vendors featuring the latest products, a free clinic manual, door prizes and other coaching resources. To register, call (773) 324-1020, ext. 298.
Hammond Chiefs and Seminoles holding baseball tryouts
HAMMOND | The Hammond Chiefs and Seminoles baseball team will be holding open tryouts at 1 p.m. March 7 at the Bishop Noll fieldhouse in Hammond. Tryouts for the Chiefs are for players ages 17 or 18 as of May 1, 2010; tryouts for the Seminoles are players ages 15 or 16 as of May 1, 2010. Players who reside in Lake and Porter counties are invited. For more information, call (219) 852-9461 or go to WWW.HAMMONDCHIEFS.COM.
Personal training certification course at Omni 41
SCHERERVILLE | Omni 41 Health and Fitness Connection in Schererville is holding classes for those wanting to become a personal trainer. To register for the three-day class, go to WWW.AFAA.COM. For more information, call (219) 865-6969.
Softball Hatch Class to be held at Merrillville High School
MERRILLVILLE | Individuals interested in becoming licensed IHSAA officials in softball are encouraged to sign up for a free class put on by the Lake County Athletic Officials Association. The four classes will be held at Merrillville High School at 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, March 8 and March 10. The Softball Hatch Exam (IHSAA Rules Exam) will be on March 10. No one will be allowed to take the exam without taking the class. Though the class is free, a $45 licensing fee for the IHSAA is necessary. For more information, contact TJ DeGiulio at (219) 781-9453 or tjdegiulio@gmail.com.
Steel City Youth Baseball holding signups
GARY | Steel City Youth Baseball, Gary's new youth league for ages 4-18 as of May 1, 2010, will hold registration on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon at the Hudson-Campbell Fitness Center, 455 Massachusetts St., Gary. Divisions include Tee-ball (ages 4-7, cost $75), Minor (ages 8-10, cost $100), Major (ages 11-12, cost $100) and Junior/Senior (ages 13-18, cost $125). Family discounts are available. Parents must bring proof of Gary residency and player's birth certificate. The league also is looking for teenage and adult volunteers to serve as coaches, umpires, concession stand workers, groundskeeper/maintenance, etc. All volunteers must have a valid state ID and pass a background check. For more information, call (219) 381-5111 or (219) 484-0996.
Adult baseball team looking for pitchers and middle infielders
An NWI NABA baseball team is looking for pitchers and middle infielders ages 27 and older. For more information, call Nick Bizic at (219) 736-8242 or e-mail nwinababaseball@yahoo.com.
Girls basketball team holding tryouts in Merrillville
MERRILLVILLE | The Lady Baylor Bucs girls high school-age basketball team is holding tryouts from 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday at Merrillville Intermediate School. The Baylor Boys basketball team is holding tryouts from 6-9 p.m. Friday at a location to be announced. For more information, call Toi Baylor at (219) 306-9932 or go to WWW.BAYLORYOUTH.ORG.
Semi-private lessons at White Sox Academy
SCHERERVILLE | Elite baseball instructors Bobby Morris and Jay Jones are offering four-week, 4-on-1 semi-private lessons at the NWI White Sox Academy at Omni 41 Health and Fitness Connection in Schererville. Morris will teach on Mondays and Jones will teach on Tuesdays starting next week. For more information, call (219) 864-8200.
Hammond Central Babe Ruth and Hammond Mohawks signups
HAMMOND | Signups for Hammond Central Babe Ruth for ages 13-15 and for the Hammond Mohawks Senior Babe Ruth team for ages 16-18 will be held every Saturday in February and March from noon-2 p.m. in Room A1 of the Hammond Public Library on State Street. A birth certificate copy is required at time of signups. For more information, call Jerry McKimmy at (219) 937-0466 or (219) 614-6693, or e-mail irvinghcbaberuth@hotmail.com.
Hunter Education Safety Course at Lemon Lake
CEDAR LAKE | The Hunter Education Safety Course will take place from 6-9 p.m. March 12 and from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 13 at Lemon Lake County Park, 6322 W. 133rd Ave., Cedar Lake. All hunters born after 1986 are required to attend both sessions and pass a written test. Those who pass the test will receive a certified hunter's education card that is good for life. Children 12 and younger are required to have an adult present throughout the class. To pre-register, which is required, call (219) 947-PARK. For more information, go to WWW.IN.GOV/DNR.
Northwest Indiana Flag Football League call-out
PORTAGE | The outdoor spring session of the Northwest Indiana Flag Football League will start March 28. Team fee is $450 plus a once-a-year USFTL fee of $25. There will be eight games plus playoffs. Format is 8-on-8, 100-yard field, kickoffs, punts, field goals and USFTL rules. There will be upper and lower divisions. For more information, go to WWW.LEAGUELINEUP.COM/NWIFFL.
Lake Ridge Girls Softball seeks players
CALUMET TWP. | Lake Ridge Girls Softball, which is part of the UGSI, is looking for players ages 5 to adult. League fees are $60 for the first girl in a family, and $20 for each additional girl. The league offers an opportunity for "dollar for dollar" registration reimbursement by way of raffle ticket sales. For more information, call Doris Opperman at (219) 985-0247.
Hammond Chiefs holding Winter Baseball Camp
HAMMOND | The Hammond Chiefs Baseball Club is holding its Winter Baseball Camp at the Bishop Noll fieldhouse from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. The camp is open to players ages 13-18 as of May 1. Cost is $50, which includes lunch. For more information, call (219) 852-9461 or go to WWW.HAMMONDCHIEFS.COM.
Spring Break baseball camp at Dave Griffin's
GRIFFITH | Dave Griffin's Baseball School is holding a three-day Spring Break Camp with Ryan Basham on March 22-24. Times are from 9-11:30 a.m. for ages 6-10, and from noon-2:30 p.m. for ages 11-14. The camp will cover hitting and fielding. Cost is $99. For more information, call (219) 922-1107 or e-mail dgbaseball@comcast.net.
Futsal League at On the Square Sports Academy
CROWN POINT | On the Square Sports Academy in Crown Point is offering a four-week Futsal League -- futsal is a form of soccer that helps players improve skill level, pace of play and ability to play in tight spaces. For more information, call (219) 226-1130 or go to WWW.OTSSA.COM.
Adult softball leagues forming in Crown Point
CROWN POINT | The Crown Point Parks Department Adult Softball Leagues are reserving spots for the 2010 season. The Men's League, which consists of "C" (Wednesday), "D" (Thursday) and "E" (Tuesday) divisions, costs $575 per team. The Coed League, which plays on Sunday nights, costs $460 per team. The Women's League, which plays on Monday nights, costs $460 per team. Deadline to register for all leagues is March 15. Teams must pay full amount or deposit $100 to secure a position. All fees must be paid in full by May 1.
A meeting for all leagues will be held at 7 p.m. April 12 at the Civic Center, 101 S. East St., Crown Point. For more information, contact Richard Zurbriggen at (219) 663-3408 (home) or (219) 776-0654 (cell).
Lemon Lake Men's Softball League has openings
CEDAR LAKE | The Lemon Lake Men's Softball League has openings for its Sunday League. The team fee is $480 plus $3 daily parking fee. Checks should be made payable to Indiana ASA -- Region I. Season starts on May 16. Last year's teams have until April 15 to reserve their spots. For more information, contact Richard Zurbriggen at (219) 663-3408 (home) or (219) 776-0654 (cell).
Softball umpire clinic at Portage High School
PORTAGE | Indiana ASA will be holding a fast pitch and slow pitch softball umpire clinic from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 14 at Portage High School, 6240 U.S Hwy. 6, Portage. Registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. Cost is $35. Lunch will be included. New umpires will be able to purchase ASA equipment and clothing at the clinic. For more information, contact Gary Warwick at (219) 406-3399.
Munster Girls Softball taking registration through March
MUNSTER | Munster Girls Softball will be taking late summer league registration through March 31. For more information, or to download a registration form, go to WWW.MUNSTERGIRLSSOFTBALL.COM.
Speed and conditioning classes at Triple Crown
SCHERERVILLE | Triple Crown Sports Academy in Schererville is offering speed and conditioning classes every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per session. For more information, call (219) 384-7414.
College Exposure Showcase at Danville College
DANVILLE | Danville Community College, 2000 E. Main St., Danville, is holding a College Exposure Basketball Showcase for boys in grade 8 and above who are unsigned 2010 college prospects. The event is an advanced skill scoring plyometric developmental experience that also provides exposure to colleges and universities across the country. Parents of student-athletes interested in participating may access entry from WWW.INBNEWS.COM, or e-mailing adidastop150@yahoo.com.
Indiana Invaders 13U baseball team looking for players
The Indiana Invaders 13U baseball team is looking for two players for the 2010 season. For more information, call Steve at (219) 816-1652.
Indiana Raiders White 12U softball team looking for player
The Indiana Raiders White 12U softball team is looking for a utility player to fill out its 2010 roster. Those interested should contact Dave Jercha at (219) 617-2512 or jersh_1@comcast.net.
South Hammond Babe Ruth, Sr. Babe Ruth signups
HAMMOND | Signups for the South Hammond Babe Ruth and Senior Babe Ruth will be held from noon-2 p.m. today, and from 7-9 p.m. Friday at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 Mahoney Dr. Cost for Babe Ruth (ages 13-15) is $125, including raffle tickets that can help reduce each player's fees. Cost for Senior Babe Ruth (ages 16-18) is $175 per players. A birth certificate is required at signups. Players also must be present for uniform sizing.
Ages are based on April 30, 2010. For more information, call Kathy Myers at (219) 961-6438 (13-15) or Ron Ormes at (219) 844-5183 (16-18).
Hessville Babe Ruth, Hammond Hurricanes signups
HAMMOND | Signups for Hessville Babe Ruth (ages 13-15) and the Hammond Hurricanes (ages 16-18) will be held at the concession stand at Hessville Park located between the baseball field and tennis courts from 4-6 p.m. March 12 and March 26; and from noon-2 p.m. March 13 and March 27. Fee for ages 13-15 is $100 plus $40 donation or two boxes of candy. Fee for ages 16-18 is $75. For more information, call Rick or Holly at (219) 513-9272, or Vern at (219) 844-6352.
U.S. Baseball Academy holding one-day camp at Andrean
MERRILLVILLE | U.S. Baseball Academy will hold a one-day fielding and baserunning camps on March 14 at Andrean High School. The camp will be run by site director and Andrean coach Dave Piskur. Sessions will be offered for grades 1 through 12. Cost for three hours of instruction is $50. For more information, call (866) 622-4487 or go to WWW.USBASEBALLACADEMY.COM.
Part-time travel softball team looking for players
An 11U part-time travel softball team is looking for a pitcher/fielder. The team will be a full-time travel team after the summer season starting in August and into fall ball. Player must have a 1998 birth date. Call Mark Ericksen at (219) 384-7414.
Babe Ruth League to host Wooden Bat Jamboree
CHICAGO | The Southeast Suburban Chicago Babe Ruth League will host a Wooden Bat Jamboree for 16-18-year-old teams on June 17-20. Entry fee will be $300 per team, and each team is responsible for games balls and its own bats. In addition, proof of liability and accident insurance and rosters must be provided before the jamboree. For more information, contact SSCBR president Mike at (219) 741-1912 or at mkosiara@int-trans.com.
St. Joe's holding Soccer Academy College Prep Camps
RENSSELAER | The Saint Joseph's College men's soccer program will host the 2010 Puma Soccer Academy College Prep Camps for boys in grades 9-12 on Feb. 28 and March 21 in SJC's Hanson Recreation Center. Each session runs from noon-4 p.m. Cost is $40 for one session or $70 for both. Registration forms may be downloaded at WWW.SAINTJOE.EDU/ATHLETICS. For more information, call (219) 866-6158 or e-mail bokhart@saintjoe.edu.
State Line Braves seek 11U baseball player
The State Line Braves 11U part-time travel baseball team is looking to fill one roster spot for the 2010 season. For more information, e-mail Brian at bpfrank8@comcast.net.
Women's fastpitch softball team seeks players
CHICAGO | The 2010 Chicago Attitude women's fastpitch softball team is seeking experienced players ages 19 and older willing to play in four to five weekend tournaments from June through August. No games during the week. For more information, call Bob Madrigal at (773) 646-2158 or Lowell Thomas at (708) 757-3718 -- call after 7 p.m.
Seniors sought for low-key basketball activity
Play It Again, Sam Sports is calling out for seniors ages 60 and older interested in participating in a low-key basketball activity. For more information, call Joe Gerlach at (219) 365-5791.
Duneland Flyers baseball team looking for 14U players
CHESTERTON | The Duneland Flyers 14U travel baseball team is looking for one more player to fill its 2010 roster. For more information, contact Bob Rusboldt at (219) 878-6909 or 4boldts@comcast.net.
Indiana Breakers seek baseball players for travel teams
The Indiana Breakers are seeking players for their 13U, 14U and 16/17U travel baseball teams. The Breakers will provide professional instruction for player development. For more information, call Scott Ellrich at (219) 759-0208.
Gibbs and Bigbie available for lessons at Triple Crown
SCHERERVILLE | Former Times Baseball Player of the Year Elliott Gibbs and former Major League Baseball player Larry Bigbie are available for lessons at Triple Crown Sports Academy in Schererville. Cost for pitching lessons from Gibbs and hitting lessons from Bigbie is $30 each. For more information, call (219) 864-0711.
Youth basketball programs at The Fieldhouse-Merrillville
MERRILLVILLE | The Fieldhouse-Merrillville is holding Little Dribblers and Hoops Academy youth basketball clinics on Monday evenings this winter. Little Dribblers runs through March 8 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for pre-school and kindergarten, and from 5:45-6:45 p.m. for grades 1 and 2. Hoops Academy runs through March 29 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for grades 3-5 and from 6:45-7:45 p.m. for grades 6-8. Cost is $10 per session or $85 for all sessions. For more information, call (219) 738-2424 or go to WWW.THEFIELDHOUSE-MERRILLVILLE.COM.
Youth basketball tournaments coming this spring
North American Youth Sports will hold its annual spring youth basketball tournament sat South Suburban College in South Holland on March 19-21, at Bolingbrook High School on March 26-28, and Indiana University-Northwest in Gary on April 9-11. The tournaments will feature 10 different brackets in boys and girls divisions ranging from grade 5-6 through 11-12. Cost is $125 per team. There is a two-game guarantee. For more information, call the toll-free NAYS spring tournament hotline at (866) 352-5915.
NWI United boys soccer team seeks additional players
The Northwest Indiana United U-18 boys soccer team is looking for additional players for the ISL spring season. For more information, contact Jovan Jeftich at (219) 241-1594, jovan5@hotmail.com or jjeftich@indiana.edu.
Travel baseball team looking for two pitchers
A 13U travel baseball team is looking for two pitchers. For more information, call (219) 880-9930.
Windmill motion softball pitching classes offered
Diamond in the Rough Fastpitch has openings for on-going pitching instruction. Beginners will learn the basic mechanics of the windmill motion. Intermediate to advance will work on mechanics and individual pitches. To schedule a lesson, or for more information, call Bill Lammel at (708) 499-4994 or e-mail ditrfp73@aol.com.
Tennis Boot Camp offered at Match Point
GRIFFITH | Tennis Boot Camp, which combines strength training with tennis, is being offered at Match Point Tennis and Fitness Club, 1111 Reyome Drive, Griffith. Also, personal training for as little as $30 is available on Monday and Wednesday mornings. For more information, call (219) 972-1050.
Griffith Baseball Diamond Club seeking alumni players
GRIFFITH | The Griffith Baseball Diamond Club is seeking to establish an alumni division. Members will be informed of upcoming events such as the GBDC Golf Outing and Alumni Game. Any former Griffith High School varsity players interested should call Scott at (219) 922-1125 or Rick at (219) 924-2878.
