Illinois sport briefs: PUC men's soccer to hold identification camp

Spring break basketball camp at M'Cann Gym

CHICAGO HEIGHTS | Coach Ron Newquist, the Illinois Lady Wolverines and the Future Stars will hold a Spring Break Basketball Camp for boys and girls ages 7-16 at Bloom Township's M'Cann Gym, running from 10 a.m. to noon, April 9-11. Cost of the four-day camp is $80, which includes eight hours of instruction and a T-shirt. A registration table will be set up at 9:30 a.m. April9. For details, contact Newquist at (708) 259-8067 or newqu9@aol.com.

Women's summer volleyball league taking registrations

CALUMET CITY | Registration is being taken for the Calumet Memorial Park District's Women's 4-on-4 Summer Volleyball League at the Sandridge Community Center, 600 Oglesby Ave. The fee is $200 per team. Games will begin in June and run until August, to be followed by playoff round. For details, call Jenn at (708) 868-2530 or Brianna at (708) 862-0880.

Eclipse Select Soccer Club holding footskills training

HOBART | The Eclipse Select Soccer Club his holding Spring Footskills Training for ages 7-14. The four-week session runs on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. April 12, 19, 26 and May 3 at the Elks Lodge No. 1152, 3850 W. 61st Ave. Cost is $40 per player. To register, go to http://sites.google.com/sit/skillfulsoccer/home.

For details, contact Tom Naumoski at (219) 712-2061 or nwi@EclipseSelect.org.

Tee-Offers women's golf league holding registration

CRETE | Registration and a coffee for the Tee-Offers nine-hole women's golf league will be held at 8 a.m. April 24 at Lincoln Oaks Golf Course, 390 E. Richton Road. All area women golfers are welcome to participate in the league, which meets every Tuesday morning, beginning May 1 and running through September.

Weekly and monthly events are planned, plus an end-of-season banquet. The yearly membership fee is $40. For details, call (219) 322-1407.

Running and walking programs at Fleet Feet Sports

SCHERERVILLE | Fleet Feet Sports, 635 E. U.S. 30, is holding its Spring No Boundaries Beginner Runner Program for those planning to run their first 5K race. Information meetings will be held at 6:15 p.m. April 12 and 2 p.m. April 14 at the store. The 12-week training program starts April 28.

* Fleet Feet is holding a 10-week Women's Walking Group, which starts May 12 with an orientation meeting at 6:15 p.m. May 10 at the store; and an eight-week Strollers Running Group, which will run on Tuesday and Thursday mornings starting May 8 with an orientation meeting at 6:15 p.m. April 26 at the store.

For details, call (219) 864-1000 or go to WWW.FLEETFEETSCHERERVILLE.COM.

One opening for Wednesday men's softball league

CROWN POINT | The Crown Point Parks Department has one opening for its Wednesday night men's softball league. Entry deadline is April 13. League play will start on May 2. For details, call Dick Zurbriggen at (219) 663-3408 or (219) 776-0654 (cell).

Volleyball tourney at On the Square Sports Academy

CROWN POINT | A Power Volleyball Tournament (four male, two female) will take place April 21 at On the Square Sports Academy, 105 N. Court St. Check-in time is at 7:30 a.m. Cost is $110 per team. Cash prize for first place, T-shirts for second place. Deposit required for spot guarantee. For details, call (219) 808-5290.

Mustang Hockey Club seeks high school players

The Munster Mustang Hockey Club is seeking students in grades 9-12 interested in playing ice hockey. The club is able to accept students who attend high school from the following areas: Munster, East Chicago, Gary, Griffith, Hammond, Highland, Hobart, Merrillville, Portage, Whiting, Illinois and some schools in the Duneland area.

For details, call (219) 670-7025 or visit WWW.MUSTANGHOCKEYCLUB.COM.

Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer giving shooting lessons

MERRILLVILLE | Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer and former Merrillville coach Jim East is offering shooting lessons at the Fieldhouse-Merrillville during April, May and June. Lessons will be scheduled for the convenience of the player. Groups up to four players may be scheduled. For registration and costs, call (219) 662-8157 or (219) 308-5504.

Lady Playmakers looking for 14U softball players

The Lady Playmakers 14U softball team is looking for a few players to fill out its roster. For details, call (219) 922-1107 or email dgbaseball@comcast.net.

Youth basketball call-outs at The Fieldhouse

MERRILLVILLE | The Fieldhouse-Merrillville is holding free basketball call-outs for its Elite Club travel team and its Stars Spring Premier Basketball League on Wednesday. Times for boys and girls in grades 4-6 will be from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Times for boys and girls in grades 7-8 will be from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Times for boys and girls in high school will be from 8 to 8:45 p.m.

For details, call (219) 738-2424 or go to WWW.THEFIELDHOUSE-MERRILLVILLE.COM.

Local bowling association to award scholarships

HIGHLAND | The Greater Calumet Area United States Bowling Congress will again offer one-time scholarship opportunities to boys and girls graduating high school this year. Those eligible for consideration must have a grade point average of 3.0 or more and be a member of a GCA bowling center's youth program. Illinois high school bowlers, who are not eligible to bowl in youth leagues, qualify if their home center is in Lynwood, Lansing or Calumet City.

Deadline for submitting scholarship applications, which may be downloaded at WWW.GREATERCALUMET.COM/YOUTH.html. For details, call Joe Puchek at (219) 789-1755.

UGSI holding umpire training at Cedar Lake Softball Complex

CEDAR LAKE | UGSI is holding an umpire training class April 21 at the Cedar Lake Softball Complex. Cost is $35, and includes training, insurance and a polo shirt. For details, call (219) 374-5844 or (219) 322-1217, or go to NWISOFTBALL.ORG.

Softball team seeks field for twice-a-week practices

The Triple Crown Xtreme 10U softball team is seeking to rent a field for practices twice a week through Aug. 1. To contact the team, call (219) 756-1238 or email tc-10u_girls@att.net.

Extreme boarding classes at Midwest Training and Ice

ST. JOHN | New extreme boarding classes are being held at Midwest Training and Ice Center. Participants will get a chance to work on wake and snowboarding moves on specially designed boards made for use on trampolines. Classes are held every Thursdays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. For details, call (219) 558-8811 or go to WWW.MIDWESTTRAININGANDICE.COM.

PUC men's soccer to hold identification camp

HAMMOND | Purdue University Calumet men's soccer coach James Drzewiecki will be holding an idenfication camp for those interested in playing for the men's program. The camp will be April 21 at the Munster High School soccer complex. The coaching staff will hold a technical session from 9 to 10:45 a.m., and will invite select players for a trial match from 6 to 8 p.m.

There is no cost for the camp, but each participant must RSVP and complete the required registration by April 13. For details, contact Drzewiecki at (219) 989-8009 or james.drzewiecki@purduecal.edu, or visit WWW.PURDUECAL.EDU/ATHLETICS/.

Crown Point Junior Bulldogs Football holding sign-ups

CROWN POINT | The Crown Point Junior Bulldogs Football League is holding sign-ups from noon to 5 p.m. April 22 at the Crown Point Jr. Bulldogs field located at 1401 E. North St., Crown Point. The league is open to ages 7-13 and 14-year-olds in eighth grade. Players ages 12 and 13 -- will be seventh- or eighth-graders next fall -- are in particular need.

There are no weight or residency restrictions. Kids play in their own age group. First-time sign-ups must bring a copy of their birth certificate.

For details, call Scott at (219) 577-4093, David Bush at (219) 808-7598, or go to WWW.CPJRBULLDOGS.COM.

Indiana Angels 14U softball team seeks players

The Indiana Angels 14U fastpitch travel softball team is looking for two players -- a pitcher and a utility player -- for the summer season. For details, call coach Jenn Huesken at (219) 379-6972.

Munster Magic 14U travel softball team seeks players

The Munster Magic 14U travel softball team is looking to add one or two players to its roster. Starting positions are available, and a strong hitter with middle infield experience is preferred. For details, contact Jim Kasper at (219) 796-7203.

Parent and Child Swim Lessons offered by CMPD

CALUMET CITY | The Calumet Memorial Park District is offering a new Parent and Child Swim Lessons class on Saturdays from 9 to 9:45 a.m. from April 21 through May 26. Kids ages 4-15 and their parents will learn together in the Red Cross-certified lessons. Cost is $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents. Registration is being taken at the Sandridge Community Center, 600 Oglesby Ave.

For details, call (708) 862-6440 or email Connie@MyCMPD.com.

Outdoor Men's Flag Football League starting April 15

CROWN POINT | Crown Point Parks Department's Outdoor Men's Flag Football League will start April 15 at the Sportsplex Fields. The format will be 8-on-8 with kickoffs and field goals. There will be an eight-game schedule. Crown Point resident team fee is $500, non-resident team fee is $625.

For details, call Dave at (219) 765-4966 or go to www.turtleslosportsleagues.com.

Whiting Alumni Volleyball Fundraiser on May 12

WHITING | The Whiting High School Alumni Volleyball Fundraiser tournament will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. May 12 in the WHS gym. Entry fee is $250 per team -- team's may opt to sell $5 tickets to the event. Teams must have at least three females. Individuals signing up will be placed on a team. For details, contact Jerry Moynihan at (219) 805-7171 or Becky Mateja at teamimpress@phprintingetc.com.

Adult baseball team seeks players for 2012 season

The Yankees from the Northwest Indiana National Adult Baseball Association are seeking a few more players to fill out their 2012 roster. Any interested players must be at least 28 years old. Pitchers and catchers are most needed, but any individual will be considered. For details, email r.c.hass@sbcglobal.net.

North American Youth Sports holding basketball tournaments

North American Youth Sports is holding basketball tournaments in the Joliet area at the University of St. Francis on April 13-15, in the South Bend area at Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes on April 20-22, and at Romeoville High School on April 20-22.

Boys and girls grade divisions ranged from fifth-sixth to 11th-12th. Cost fo the Joliet and Romeoville tourneys is $130 each; cost for the South Bend tourney is $105. Each team is guaranteed at least two games. For details, call 1 (866) 352-5915 or go to WWW.NORTHAMERICANYOUTHSPORTS.ORG.

Hoosier Baseball League looking for players

The Hoosier Baseball League, an adult league, is looking for players -- may be individuals looking to be placed on a team, or a group of players wanting to start their own team. For details, email hblnwi@yahoo.com or go to HBLNWI.COM.

Adult female soccer players sought.

Adult female soccer players ages 25 and older are sought to play indoor and outdoor soccer in Lake and Porter counties. Teams are also available in Illinois. For details, go to Nwiwsl@gmail.com.

Hub Run taking registrations for April 29 race

CROWN POINT | The Southlake Branch YMCA, along with the support of the City of Crown Point, will be hosting its 32nd annual Hub Run starting at 2 p.m. April 29. The 5K competitive, chip timed course and 2K fun walk/run course will start from the courthouse located on the corner of North Court Street and West Joliet Street. Online registration is at WWW.THTIMING.COM. Registration forms may downloaded at WWW.SLYMCA.ORG.

For details, call (219) 663-5810.

Hoosier Baseball League looking for players

The Hoosier Baseball League, an adult league, is looking for players. It may be individuals looking to be placed on a team, or a group of players wanting to start their own team. For details, email hblnwi@yahoo.com or go to HBLNWI.COM.

St. Joseph's College holding 3v3 Indoor Soccer Tournament

RENSSELAER | St. Joseph's College will hold is Puma 3v3 Indoor Soccer Tournament for adults on April 14 youths in divisions U5 through U13 on April 15 in the Hanson Recreation Center. Cost is $50 per team. The maximum amount of players per team is five. Adult teams must have at least one girl.

For details, contact Amy Duba at (219) 866-6496 or aduba@saintjoe.edu.

Green 5K Run/Walk to be held on Earth Day

ST. JOHN | Tri Kappa's Zeta Psi chapter will host its inaugural Tri Kappa Dash for the Green 5K Run/Walk on April 22 (Earth Day) starting at 8 a.m. at Lake Central High School. Pre-registration is being taken at TRIKAPPADASH.COM/EVENT-REGISTRATION. Cost is $20 in advance and $25 the day of the event. Funds will be used for charity, culture and education in the community.

Package pick-up will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 21 at Fleet Feet, 635 U.S. 30, Schererville. For details, contact Donna Holmer at (219) 682-4208 or trikappadash@gmail.com.

RapidShot Hockey training at Midwest Ice Center

ST. JOHN | Midwest Training and Ice Center is offering RapidShot Hockey training system that automatically shoots and collects pucks, and records reaction times and accuracy of players, who shoot at targets after receiving passes. For details, call (219) 558-8811.

Region Red Sox looking for adult baseball pitchers

The Region Red Sox are seeking pitchers for the 2012 Hoosier Baseball League season. Players must be at least 27 years old to be eligible. League fees and uniforms are supplied by a team sponsor. Compensation is negotiable and will be based on appearances and performance. For details, contact Mike at regionredsox@yahoo.com.

Barracudas semi-pro baseball teamholding tryouts

The Barracudas semi-pro baseball team is looking for players ages 19-32. There are roster spots available for all positions. To schedule a tryout, call Mark Pavuk at (219) 850-4541.

Palmira Golf Club holding league sign-ups

ST. JOHN | Palmira Golf Club is holding sign-ups for its Tuesday and Thursday leagues, which will both have first- and second-half playoffs. Tee times are from 4 to 5 p.m. Cost is $65.

Sign-ups for the Monday Morning Senior League for ages 65 and over are also taking place. Tee times start at 8 a.m.

For details, call (219) 712-4799 or (219) 365-4331.

Lady Playmakers 14U softball team seeks players

The Lady Playmakers 14U softball team is looking for a few players to fill out its roster. For details, call (219) 922-1107 or dgbaseball@comcast.net.

Cheerleading call-outs at Midwest Training and Ice Center

ST. JOHN | Midwest Training and Ice Center will be hosting free cheerleading call-outs to join its Senior Level cheerleading team. The tuition for the team is also free. Call-outs for boys and girls ages 14-and-over will be held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon through March. For details, call cheer coordinator Michelle at (219) 558-8811.

Millennium Vardar soccer club looking for players

The Millennium Vardar premier soccer club is looking for boys and girls from the ages U8 through U12. For details, contact Vangel Nacovski at (219) 577-5509 or fodbal@aol.com, or go to WWW.MILLENNIUMSOCCER.ORG.

Indiana Warriors seek 13U baseball players

The Indiana Warriors are looking for elite 13U travel baseball players for the 2012 season. To schedule a tryout, call Nick Zubrenic at (219) 614-5486.

Winter Skills and Windmill Pitching clinics at Wilbur Wright

MUNSTER | Tom DeGiulio and the Northwest Indiana Express softball organization are holding their Winter Skills and Windmill Pitching clinics on Sundays at the Wilbur Wright Middle School, 8650 Columbia Ave. The two programs are designed for ages 6-14. The times are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Winter Skills, and from 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. for Windmill Pitching. Students may sign up for one or both.

For registration forms or more details, call (219) 836-2670 or email nwiexpress@comcast.net.

South Shore Steelheads seek 12U baseball players

The South Shore Steelheads 12U elite travel baseball team is looking for two players to complete its roster for the 2012 spring/summer season. Players must be 12 or younger by May 1, 2012 to be eligible. Travel experience preferred.

To schedule a tryout, contact Dave Cooper at (219) 545-1422 or coop_365@msn.com.