COMMUNITY SPORTS BRIEFS
Sports briefs run as space permits throughout the week in The Saratogian. To submit an item, e-mail sports@saratogian.com.
A BENEFIT GOLF OUTING
FOR THE CITY MISSION OF SCHENECTADY: The outing will be held on Saturday Sept. 25by friends of the city mission. This outing is open to the public and all proceeds will go directly to the City Mission of Schenectady to aid in their efforts to feed, cloth, give shelter and provide emotional and spiritual comfort to the hundreds of people who come to them each month. We hope that you will consider attending and/or donating to this worthy cause. This tournament is a friendly event with all skill levels are welcomed and encouraged to participate. September 25th with a 8:00am tee off time at Mohawk River CC. Green fees and cart are $50and a $40minimum tax deductible donation to the City Mission of Schenectady is requested. To join or donate please contact chad@capitallandlacrosse.com
Public Skating, Open Adult Hockey, and Stick Sessions are Back at the Saratoga Springs Ice Rinks: The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is offering weekend Family Skate, Family Stick, Open Public, Open Stick, and Open Adult Hockey sessions at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rinks. Participants must register and pre-pay online. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click the blue “Online Registration” button to create an account or to register. City residents can begin to register Monday of each week for that weekends’s sessions. Non-City residents can begin to register Wednesday of each week for that weekend’s sessions. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to groups of 20for Family Stick, Open Stick, and Open Adult Hockey (excluding Goalies), and 35for Family Skate and Open Public. Fees for Family Skate and Open Public are $4for City residents and $5 for Non-City residents. Fees for Family Stick, Open Stick, and Open Adult Hockey are $9for City residents and $11for all others. Goalies for Open Adult Hockey are free. No refunds will be given. No walks in allowed. Skate rentals will be available for an additional $5. Skate rental payments will be accepted by cash or check (made out to Commissioner of Finance) only. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, “Ice Rink Public Skating Sessions” for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550x2300 or recreservations@saratogasprings.org with questions. Volunteer Coaches are needed. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Youth Soccer for additional information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
Open Gym is Back at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center: The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is offering Open Gym Monday-Friday at the Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue. Participants must register and pre-pay online. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click the blue “Online Registration” button to create an account or to register. Reservations can be made up to 7days in advance, and closes within one hour of the session start time. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to groups of 10per court. Fees are $4for City residents and $5for Non-City residents. No refunds will be given. No walks in allowed. Participants must wear a mask at all times.
Drop in Pickleball at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center: Drop in pickleball sessions are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings (excluding holidays) from 9-11am. Fees are $4for City residents with a verified Community Pass account and $5for all others. Participation is on a first come, first served basis. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to 50. Participants must create an account and register for a Rec Card prior to coming. Participants must bring a mask, paddle, and appropriate footwear. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Days/times are subject to change. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs,
Rec Center Drop in Sessions for additional information and to set up an account. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.