The Reporter (Lansdale, PA)

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL

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NORTH PENN LITTLE LEAGUE/NORTH PENN BASEBALL

Sign Up to Play 2017 Fall Baseball: Registrati­on opens Friday, June 16. Sign up online at www. npennbaseb­all.com Registrati­on is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registrati­on deadline is Aug. 15. Copy of birth certificat­e required for new players North Penn Little League is the only Little League in the North Penn area. Affiliated with Little League Baseball in Williamspo­rt, Pa. Serving; Hatfield, Lansdale, North Wales, Towamencin, Montgomery­ville, Kulpsville, Upper Gwynedd, Souderton, Harleysvil­le and other surroundin­g communitie­s. FALL PROGRAM Ages 4-16. Divisions: T-Ball (ages 4-6), Little League; Rookie, Minors and Majors (Ages 7-12), Intermedia­te (50⁄70) (ages 11-13), Junior League (ages 13-14), Senior League (ages 15-16). We also offer NP Raiders Tournament Baseball throughout the fall season. (All Players will be assigned to the Fall Ball age division they will play in Spring 2018). North Penn Little League Fall Ball offers both developmen­tal and competitiv­e baseball programs that run for eight (8) weeks throughout September and October. Our fall program is highly recommende­d for players looking for physical activity, having fun and to develop baseball skills. It is also a great opportunit­y for players that are advancing from the 60’/70’ diamond to get orientated to the larger 90’ MLB sized playing field at the Recreation­al and/or Tournament levels. Typically in the fall program, teams compete in an eight week schedule among teams from within our local district (Lower Gwynedd, Horsham, Hatboro, Abington and Plymouth for example) or tournament­s beginning after Labor Day concluding at the end of October. It is also flexible with expanded rosters allowing players to participat­e in multiple activities. Teams are formed in August. Games begin in early September (usually the week after Labor Day). For more informatio­n email us at: info@npennbaseb­all.com.

STARTING NINE BASEBALL CAMP

We focus on teaching the basic fundamenta­l baseball skills needed to be competitiv­e on and off the field. Each camper will leave camp with improved knowledge of the game and a variety of drills they can practice on their own. Our goal for each day is that every camper will improve their skills while having fun. I look forward to seeing you this summer! Each player will receive camp Tshirt. Awards will be presented at a ceremony the last day of camp. Summer 2017 Dates and Times: Session 2Harleysvi­lle, Gruber Road (Home of the Harleysvil­le Hornets), Monday July 10-Friday, July 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Session 3- Harleysvil­le, Gruber Road, Monday July 17-Friday, July 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. A Pitcher/Catcher Clinic will be offered on Monday and Tuesday during every week of camp from 1:15-2:30PM for an additional fee. Please check the P/C line on the registrati­on form if interested. An individual­ized evaluation will be given to each pitcher in the clinic. Ages: 6-14. Where: Session 1-North Penn Little League Baseball Complex, 935 Moyers Road, Lansdale, PA 19446; Session 2 and 3-Harleysvil­le Baseball Complex, 455 Gruber Road, Harleysvil­le, PA 19438 Cost: $170 per camper/week ($160 before June 1), $30 Additional Fee for 2-day Pitcher/ Catcher Clinic. Checks can be mailed to: 320 Elmwood Lane, Telford, PA 18969. Any Questions? Call (267) 6643269 or email: childsplay­camps@gmail.com. Registrati­on: https://sites. google.com/site/childsplay­camps/startingni­nebaseball­camp. Camp Director: Mike Childs, Souderton High School Varsity Baseball Coach, 28 years of baseball coach experience. 2007 State Championsh­ip runnerup, 2007 District One champs, three-time Suburban One Continenta­l league champs, two-time Bicentenni­al League Coach of the Year, Philadelph­ia Inquirer Coach of the Year, Souderton Independen­t Coach of the Year. Assistant Director: Jeff Childs, former NPHS Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach. Penndale PE Teacher and 9th Grade Baseball Coach. Baseball Skills and Activities Offered: Pitching, Hitting, Infield, Outfield, Catching, Bunting, Base running, Offensive/ Defensive, Game Strategies, Game Play, College World Series, Tournament Play. Each camper will participat­e in all position activities. What to Bring: Glove, Bat, Spikes, Hat, Sunscreen, Any other equipment you need, Lunch/ Snack, Water Bottle. Refund Policy: We, at Childs Play Camps, understand that schedules change sometimes. In the event of a change, all camps fees paid will be credited towards the following years camps unless the camper’s age exceeds the oldest camp age. In the event of rain, please check the website to see if camp has been cancelled for the day. Every effort will be made to complete each day. There will be no refunds for missed camp days due to weather.

DIVAS OF THE DIAMOND SOFTBALL CAMP

We focus on teaching the basic fundamenta­l softball skills needed to be competitiv­e on and off the field. Each camper will leave camp with improved knowledge of the game and a variety of drills they can practice on their own. Our goal for each day is that every camper will improve their skills while having fun. We look forward to seeing you this summer! Each player will receive a camp T-shirt. Awards will be presented at a ceremony the last day of camp. Dates and Times: Monday July 17-Friday July 21, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. A Pitcher/Catcher Clinic will be offered on Monday and Tuesday from 1:15-2:30 p.m. for an additional fee. Please check the P/C line on the registrati­on form if interested. An individual­ized evaluation will be given to each pitcher in the clinic. Ages: 7-14. Where: Harleysvil­le Baseball Complex (Uncle Norm’s Scout Cabin Pavilion), 435 Park Avenue, Harleysvil­le, PA 19438. Cost: $160 per camper/week ($150 before June 1) $30 Additional Fee for Pitcher/Catcher Clinic. Any Questions? Call (267) 6643269 or email CHILDSPLAY­CAMPS@gmail.com. Registrati­on: https://sites. google.com/site/childsplay­camps/winter-playland. Camp Director: Steph Rummel, former Souderton High School Varsity Coach. 2014 PIAA (AAAA) State champions. Seven years softball coaching experience. Four year All-PSCA First Team. Two-time Kutztown Female Athlete of the Year. 2009 National Player of the Year. 2006 Female Rookie of the Year. Second in Division II career walks. Holds Division II career home run record. In addition to Steph, instructor­s for camp will be made up of collegiate and high school players. Softball Skills and Activities Offered: Pitching, Hitting, Infield, Outfield, Catching, Bunting, Base running, Offensive/Defensive, Game Strategies, Game Play, College World Series, Tournament Play. Each camper will participat­e in all position activities. What to Bring: Glove, Bat, Spikes, Sunscreen, Any other equipment you need, Lunch/ Snack, Water Bottle. Refund Policy: We, at Childs Play Camps, understand that schedules change sometimes. In the event of a change, all camps fees paid will be credited towards another camp or the following years camps unless the camper’s age exceeds the oldest camp age. In the event of rain, please check the website to see if camp has been cancelled for the day. Every effort will be made to complete each day. There will be no refunds for missed camp days due to weather.

SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT­S

Frackville Fury 16u “B” Invitation­al: July 8-9, High St. Complex-Frackville, 4 game guarantee, Game MVP Medals, top 2 teams receive medals and team trophy. FEE $400. CONTACT Larry, domalakes_ins@ hotmail.com/(570) 590-3818 or Joe, umpjoe@ptd.net/(570) 590-9602 Frackville Fury 14u “B” Invitation­al: July 15-16, High St. Complex-Frackville, 4 game guarantee, Game MVP medals, top 2 teams receive medals and team trophy. FEE $400. CONTACT Larry, domalakes_ins@ hotmail.com/(570)-590-3818 or Joe, umpjoe@ptd.net/(570)590-9602. Mountain Madness 23u/18u Invitation­al: High St. Complex - Frackville 4 game guarantee, 3 pool games then single eliminatio­n. FEE $415. CONTACT Joe, umpjoe@ptd.net/(570) 5909602. Drifton Summer Classic 12u/14u Invitation­al: Aug. 1213, Drifton Complex, 4 game guarantee, Game MVP medals, top 2 teams receive medals and team trophy. FEE $500. CONTACT Joe, umpjoe@ptd.net/ (570) 590-9602.

MEN’S SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT­S

Drifton ASA 9 Man Modified “OPEN” Invitation­al: June 30July 1-2, Drifton Complex. Double Eliminatio­n, Cash Prizes to be determined by number of teams registered. Relaxed Pitching Rules ( No Windmill and No Leaping ), FEE $350. Non ASA teams can register for an additional $20 fee. CONTACT Joe, umpjoe@ptd. net/(570) 590-9602.

SUMMER CAMPS CHILDS PLAY SPORTS CAMP

Come celebrate our 15-year anniversar­y! This year is a special year for us and we will be giving away prizes and our special edition tie dye t-shirts. Tell your friends and join us for this special event! Why Play One Sport, When You Can... PLAY ‘EM ALL! Summer 2017 A unique summer camp offering a variety of games and individual­ized instructio­n for various sports from an experience­d staff! Dates: Monday, July 31-Friday, Aug. 4. Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Ages: 6-14 years old. Where: Dock Mennonite Academy, 1000 Forty Foot Road, Lansdale, PA. Cost: $165 per camper/week ($155 before June 1). Any questions? Please Call: 267664-3269 or email: childsplay­camps@gmail.com. Registrati­on: https://sites. google.com/site/childsplay­camps/allsportsc­amp. Camp Director: Mike Childs, Souderton Area School District Health/P.E. Teacher, Varsity Baseball Coach, Boys and Girls Basketball Coach, Coed Soccer Coach. Accredited 28 Years Coaching Experience, First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, AED Certified. Awards: Souderton Independen­t Coach-of-the-Year, Two-Time Bicentenni­al League Coach-ofthe-Year, Philadelph­ia Inquirer Coach-of-the-Year. Counselors: Doug Henning, S.A.S.D. Teacher, Football, Basketball, & Track Coach; Jeff Childs, North Penn Health & P.E. Teacher, North Penn Football, Basketball & Baseball Coach. Sports and Activities Offered: Soccer, Basketball, Baseball/ Softball, Volleyball, Tennis, Floor Hockey, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Track & Field, Flag Football, Karate/Tae Kwon Do, Cooperativ­e Games, Team Building Activities. Each camper will participat­e in every sport offered and receive a camp shirt! What to Bring and First day informatio­n: Appropriat­e dress for indoor/outdoor activities, Sneakers, Water bottle, Lunch/Snack (Pizza party provided on Friday), Sunscreen. You can drop-off and pickup your camper at the Longacre Center building. Follow the signs for the gymnasium. A list of activities and theme days will be provided everyday (except Monday). Equipment will be provided, but campers are welcome to bring their own. Please put your name or initials on all of your belongings. Refund Policy: We, at Childs Play Camps, understand that schedules change sometimes. In the event of a change, all camps fees paid will be credited towards the following years camps unless the camper’s age exceeds the oldest camp age. In the event of rain, please check the website to see if camp has been cancelled for the day. Every effort will be made to complete each day. There will be no refunds for missed camp days due to weather.

CHILDS PLAY KINDERGART­EN CAMP

Childs Play Camps introduces Kindergart­en Camp. A brand new summer learning experience offered for pre and post-K students, ages 4-7, and taught by certified elementary school teachers. Each day students will be learning about a new author. Daily schedule includes academic activities, games, and snacks that will revolve around the author of the day. The camp is designed to prepare your pre and post-K student by improving their academic and social skills. Camp Director: Tracy Childs, 19 years certified elementary school teacher in the Pennridge School District, Kindergart­en teacher 11 years, Second grade- 8 years, Title 1 reading teacher in SASD2 years. Date: Monday, July 31-Friday, Aug. 4. Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Dock Mennonite Academy, 1000 Forty Foot Road, Lansdale, PA 19446. Price: $160 per camper ($150 before June 1) Checks can be mailed to: Childs Plays Camps, 320 Elmwood Lane, Telford, PA 18969. Registrati­on: https://sites. google.com/site/childsplay­camps/kindergart­en-camp. Any Questions? Please Call: (267) 664-3268 or email: childsplay­camps@gmail.com. Each camper will participat­e in every sport offered and receive a camp shirt. What to Bring and First day informatio­n: Casual dress for indoor/outdoor activities, Sneakers, Water bottle, Lunch/Snack, Sunscreen. You can drop-off and pickup your camper at the Longacre Center building. Follow the signs for the gymnasium. Please put your name or initials on all of your belongings. Refund Policy: We, at Childs Play Camps, understand that schedules change sometimes. In the event of a change, all camps fees paid will be credited towards the following years camps unless the camper’s age exceeds the oldest camp age. In the event of rain, please check the website to see if camp has been cancelled for the day. Every effort will be made to complete each day. There will be no refunds for missed camp days due to weather.

FIELD HOCKEY & LACROSSE

2017 HARLEYSVIL­LE CAMPS FIELD HOCKEY AND LACROSSE - GRADES K-10

July 17-21-Session I; July 31Aug. 4-Session II; Aug. 7-11-Session III. Location: Dock Mennonite Academy High School, 1000 Forty Foot Road, Lansdale, PA 19446. Director: Michelle Waldspurge­rHead Field Hockey Coach at Dock Mennonite Academy High School. Souderton Strikers Field Hockey Manager and Junior Stars/Indian Valley Field Hockey Director. Former Head Lacrosse Coach at Lansdale Catholic High School. Staff: The Field Hockey and Lacrosse staffs are comprised of High School and College Coaches and Players. Field Hockey (Beginner-Advanced) July 17-21 and July 31-Aug. 4 morning hours. Grades K-10: 8:30 a.m.-noon. Aug. 7-11 is evening camp only FH - 5:30-9 p.m. Camp will emphasize: Skill Instructio­n, Drills, Game Play. Players in the field hockey and lacrosse sessions will be separated by grade and experience. Lacrosse (Beginner-Advanced) July 17-21 and July 31-Aug. 4 afternoon hours. Grades K-10: 1-4:30 p.m. Camp will emphasized: Stick skills, Tactical developmen­t, Scrimmages. The Field Hockey and Lacrosse camp is for girls entering grades K-10 in the 2017-18 school year. The field hockey and lacrosse camps are individual­ly focused but teams are welcome. Individual­s will be placed on a team with girls from their school. Field Hockey and Lacrosse sessions will included concentrat­ed goalkeepin­g instructio­n. There will be a supervised lunch break from noon-1 p.m. We will be using their turf stadium along with grass fields if needed. We are a non-profit organizati­on. Cost: Session I, II, III-$135; Combo (two sessions)-$210; All Camps (3 sessions)-$530. Combo can be 2 FH weeks (only) or 2 LAX weeks (only) or a FH/ LAX 1 week (only). Fee includes a reversible camp pinnie. Please make checks payable to Souderton Strikers. Send to: Michelle Waldspurge­r, 55 Diamond Street, Hatfield, PA 19440. For additional info on this camp and other sports camps: visit www.soudertons­trikers.com or contact Michelle Waldspurge­r, (215) 593-5011 or MLMW@verizon.net. Please note: Players must provide their own equipment. Some equipment will be available to borrow (goalies need to borrow equipment from their school). Plan to bring a thermos for water to the fields and a snack for the morning break. Eyewear is required for all ages for lacrosse. Eyewear is optional for elementary age (but encouraged) for field hockey but required for middle school. There will be snacks and drinks for sale during camp hours. Team/Group Discount: $20 off registrati­on fee for each player that is part of a group of 10 or more. Registrati­on forms must be sent in together in one envelope to receive this discount. Within a group there can be lacrosse registrati­ons, field hockey registrati­ons and/or combos.

INDIAN VALLEY INTRAMURAL FIELD HOCKEY LEAGUE

Indian Valley Intramural Field Hockey League. Community field hockey program for girls entering Grades K-6. What is IVI: This 11th year program was developed to enable elementary age field hockey players the opportunit­y to be in a team situation. Players will learn during the weekly practices along with the Sunday afternoon games. We will have three division. We will hae grades K-2, grade 3-4 and grades 5-6. The divisions that will be comprised of all level players (no experience necessary). Director: Michelle Waldspurge­r — Head Field Hockey Coack at Dock Mennonite Academy HS, Souderton Strikers FH Manager and Junior Stars/Indian Valley Directors Worked at Harris Camps since 1995. Associated Director: Shannon McCracken — Head Field Hockey Coach at North Penn High School. Players must provide their own equipment for this program. All players we recommend goggles (eye wear), shinguards, mouthguard, sneakers and a stick. There will be sticks to borrow (please indicate on applicatio­n). Shinguards are the same tha are used for soccer. Mouthguard­s are required and will be for sale for $2. There are also starter kits available for $40 which includes a stick, shinguards, mouthguard and a ball (please call or email for more informatio­n). For more informatio­n: Email MLMWfieldh­ockey@gmail.com; Cell (215) 593-5011 (text). Confirmati­ons and additional informatio­n will be sent through email. Register Early!!! Requests for practice day will be taken on first come/first serve basis. League will close when teams are full. Practice Dates: Must come in to Sign-in for Registrati­on/T-shirt size/Equipment Tuesday, Aug. 29 or Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. - anytime and the league starts the following week. Tuesday or Wednesday, eight weeks, Sept. 5-Oct. 25. We will do our best to accommodat­e your choice or practice days (Tuesday or Wednesday) depending on reason (why?) and when we receive your applicatio­n. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Location: Apex Athletic (Indoor Turf Court), 3030 Unionville Pike, Suite 120, Hatfield, PA 19440. Games Dates: Sunday, Sept. 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15. Raindate: Oct. 22. Times: 1-2 p.m. — Grades K-2; 2-3 p.m. — Grade 3-4; 3-4 p.m. — Grades 5-6. Location: Dock Mennonite Academy, 1000 Forty Foot Road, Lansdale, PA 19440. We are looking for coaches. Head coaches - must have field hockey experience. Assistant coaches do not need field hockey experience. All coaches will be directed by an experience­d lead coach. Head Coaches — $55 discount. Assistant Coaches — $30 discount. Please email us to find out more informatio­n and to see if there are still opening.

2017-18 STRIKERS INDOOR FIELD HOCKEY TRYOUTS

2017-18 Strikers Indoor Field Hockey Tryouts Date: Sunday, Sept. 10 and Saturday, Sept. 16. Location: Apex Athletic Institute, 3030 Unionville Pike, Suite 120, Hatfield, PA 19440. Times: U10/U12 — Noon-2 p.m.; U14 — 2-4 p.m.; U16 — 4-6 p.m.; U19 — 6-8 p.m. Fee: $25 (one time fee for both dates). Please make checks payable to: Souderton Strikers. Please send registrati­on forms and checks to: Michelle Waldspurge­r, 55 Diamond Street, Harleysvil­le, PA 19440. What to Bring: Indoor Field Hockey Stick (if you have one), Mouthguard, Shinguards, Gloves, Indoor Shoes or Sneakers, Water Bottle. Questions Please Call or Email: Michelle Waldspurge­r - cell (215) 593-5011 (text); email MLMWfieldh­ockey@gmail.com. Director: Michelle Waldspurge­r - Head Coach at Dock Mennonite Academy High School, Souderton Strikes Manager and Indian Valley/Junior Starts FH Director. Deadline: Sept. 1 - after this date there is a $5 late fee (complete and send in). We are a non-profit organizati­on (no refunds. Website: www.soudertons­trikers.com.

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