Ridgeland’s Barrett named to state’s All-academic team

Ridgeland senior tight end Kendall Barrett was named to the 2019 scoutsmart Allacademic Team for the state of Georgia last week.

The scoutsmart team is made up of players from all over the state in every classification. Region 6-AAAA had two players named as Northwest Whitfield junior linebacker Jordan Mccamish was also selected for the squad.

Co-ed adult volleyball league forming

The Catoosa County Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a co-ed adult volleyball league from Jan. 7-March 17.

All matches will be played on Tuesday nights at the Keith Gym (2803 Keith Road, Ringgold). Each team will be guaranteed eight matches during the season and a spot in a single-elimination postseason tournament.

Registration fee is $115 per team and teams may register through Dec. 20. There will be a captains’ meeting on Dec. 19. For more information, call (706) 891-4199.

CCPR Nerf play

The Catoosa County Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a free Nerf Play Day on Jan. 3 at the Keith Gym (2803 Keith Road, Ringgold). Individuals can register for a 30-minute slot at catoosarec.com.

Play times will be 9:3010:30 a.m. for ages 5-7, 10:3011:30 a.m. for ages 8-10 and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for ages 11-up. Groups of 10 or more can register for a group slot starting at 2 p.m.

All equipment will be provided. Nerf guns and ammunition brought from home will not be permitted.

The CCPR is also offering Nerf war parties for children ages 5-up at the Keith Gym. The maximum amount for each group is 24.

The cost is $150 for one hour of play and 45 minutes of party time. Tables and chairs will be provided, but not food or party goods.

For more information, call (706) 891-4199.