The Times Herald (Norristown, PA)
Opening Day
BASEBALL
LANSDALE CANNONEERS BASEBALL REGISTRATION The Lansdale Cannoneers Baseball program will be holding registration for the 2018 Summer League program. The program consists of the following age groups; Ages 12-16 Bux/Mont Connie Mack League — Fee: $125. Ages 16-19 Bux/Mont American Legion Baseball — Fee: $275. Ages 19 and older Sr. Connie Mack Baseball — Fee: $180. You can also register by mail by getting the registration forms on line at www.eteamz.com/ cannoneersbaseball and mailing check and forms back to; Cannoneers Youth Baseball Association, P.O. Box 1011, Lansdale, PA 19446. WHITEMARSH BASEBALL ASSOCIATION Senior American Legion Tryouts: 2018 Whitemarsh Baseball Association Senior American Legion tryout notification. Tryouts for the Senior team will be held on Saturday, April 7 from 4-6 p.m. and Sunday, April 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Location: Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, varsity field, Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early to register. Boundaries for the team include all of Whitemarsh Township and a portion of Conshohocken east of Fayette Street. For more information contact Mike Serratore at (610) 608-1648 or whitemarshbaseballassociation@comcast. net or coach Dave Ecklemeyer at xkfin@aol.com or (267) 2350226. MT. CARMEL MOUNTIES AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL CLUB Registration/Tryouts: The Mt. Carmel Mounties American Legion Baseball Club will hold registration/tryouts for the 2018 American Legion Baseball Season for players age 19 and under. Players are eligible if they reside in Plymouth Township, Conshohocken Borough (west side of Fayette Street and west), or a portion of Norristown Borough. Registration/tryouts will be held in person on Sunday, April 8 from 2-4 p.m. and Sunday, April 15 from 2-4 p.m. at the Colonial Middle School, 716 Belvoir Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 — REAR baseball field. Please arrive by 1:30 p.m. to register. This event will be conducted rain or shine on both dates. For more information about tryouts or the Mt. Carmel Mounties Baseball program, please visit www.mtcarmelmounties.com or if you have any questions, please contact Tom Longo at (484) 6804521. J.P. MASCARO HAULERS SENIOR AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL J.P. Mascaro Haulers Senior American Legion Baseball will be holding tryouts for players 16-19 year old on Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 at 2 p.m. at Methacton High School. If you need any information about registration, please contact Lucas Denczi at (484) 390-4785. CHADWICK’S SENIOR AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Chadwick’s Senior American Legion Baseball will hold signups and try outs on the following dates: Sunday, April 8, Saturday, April 21, Sunday, April 22 and Sunday, April 29 at Norristown Area High School at noon — rain or shine. If your birth date is on or after Jan 1, 1999, love to play baseball and live in the Norristown Area School District, you are welcome to try out. For additional information, please contact Kirk Daywalt at (610) 764-3399. 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 a camp T-shirt. Awards will be presented at a ceremony the last day of camp. Dates and Times Session 1: LANSDALE, Moyers Road (Home of the North Penn Raiders) NEW Days and times — Monday, June 25-Thursday, June 28, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Session 2: HARLEYSVILLE, Gruber Road (Home of the Harleysville Hornets) NEW Days and times — Monday, July 9-Thursday, July 12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Session 3: HARLEYSVILLE, Gruber Road, NEW Days and times — Monday July 16- Thursday, July 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages: 5-12. A Pitcher/Catcher Clinic will be offered on Monday and Tuesday during every week of camp from 1:45-3 p.m. (Lansdale) and 2:153:30 p.m. (Harleysville) 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. Where: Session 1, North Penn Little League Baseball Complex, 935 Moyers Road , Lansdale, PA 19446. Cost: $150 per camper/ week ($140 before June 1). Session 2 and 3: Harleysville Baseball Complex, 455 Gruber Road, Harleysville, PA 19438. Cost: $165 per camper/week ($155 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. Refund Policy: 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. 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. Camp Director: Mike Childs. Souderton High School varsity baseball coach, 29 years of baseball coaching experience. Awards: 2007 state championship runner-up, 2007 District One champs, 3-time Suburban One Continental champs, 2-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, Pennfield PE teacher and 9th grade baseball coach. HIGH SCHOOL COACHES MIDDLE SCHOOL BASEBALL CAMP High School Coaches Middle School Camp- Ages 13-15. Area high school coaches will be leading baseball drills to assist in the development of players and give tips as to what it takes to play at a higher level. This camp is designed for the more serious player in the levels of middle school, Connie Mack, AAU and those going into freshman baseball that want to commit to working hard and improving their game. A showcase style format will be reserved for Thursday so players can get an idea of what to expect when they participate and register for future showcases. Camp Director: Mike Childs, Souderton High School varsity baseball coach, 29 years of baseball coaching experience. Awards: 2007 state championship runner-up, 2007 District One champs, 3-time Suburban One Continental Conference champs, 2-time Bicentennial League Coach of the Year, Philadelphia Inquirer Coach of the Year, Souderton Independent Coach of the Year. Coaches will be announced as we get closer. High School, college and former college players will also assist in the drills and game play. Monday, July 9- Thursday, July 12, 9 a.m.-noon. Harleysville Stadium and Harleysville Connie Mack Field, Park Avenue. Cost: $175 (44 players max). Baseball Skills and Activities Offered: Hitting, Infield, Outfield, Catching, Bunting, Base running, Offensive/Defensive Game Strategies, Game play What to Bring: Glove, Bat, Spikes, Sunscreen, Any other equipment you need, Water Bottle. All players should show up everyday in baseball pants. Checks can be mailed to: 320 Elmwood Lane, Telford, PA 18969 Any Questions? Call (267) 6643269 or email childsplaycamps@ gmail.com. Refund Policy: 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.
SOFTBALL
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. Camp Director: Steph Rummel, former Souderton High School varsity softball coach. 2014 PIAA AAAA state champions, 8 years softball coaching experience. Coach Rummel’s Awards and Achievements: 4 year All-PSAC first team, 2-time Kutztown Female Athlete of the Year, 2009 National Player of the Year, 2006 Female Rookie of the Year, 2nd 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. Dates and Times: Monday, July 16-Thursday, July 19, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. A Pitcher/Catcher Clinic will be offered on Monday and Tuesday from 2:15- 3:30PM 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: 7-14. Where: Harleysville Baseball Complex (Uncle Norm’s Scout Cabin Pavilion) 435 Park Avenue, Harleysville, PA 19438. Cost: $150 per camper/week ($140 before June 1) $30 Additional Fee for Pitcher/Catcher Clinic. Checks can be mailed to: 320 Elmwood Lane, Telford, PA 18969 Any Questions? Call (267) 6643269 or email CHILDSPLAYCAMPS@gmail.com. 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: 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.
FIELD HOCKEY
NORTH PENN GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY CLINICS GRADE 7-9 North Penn Girls Field Hockey Clinics Grade 7-9 Defensive Strategies: Saturday, April 28, 3-5 p.m. For Beginners and intermediate players to learn or improve defensive skills (positioning, tackling and defensive strategies). Clinics are valuable for all players because you play both offense and defense in the game. Goalies are welcome. Sign up at www. northpenncep.org. Cost per clinic is $20. Clinics are held on the North Penn High School turf. Questions? Contact Coach McCracken at mcccracsa@npenn. org. FOOTBALL FIRST AND GOAL FOOTBALL CAMP We focus on teaching the basic fundamental football 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 skill set while having fun. I 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. Camp Director: Doug Henning. And other local college and high school players. Dates and Times: New Monday June 25- Thursday, June 28. Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Ages: 6-12. Where: Romanoski Field, 20 E. Central Avenue, Telford, PA 18969. Cost: $135 per camper/week ($125 before June 1). Checks can be mailed to: 320 Elmwood Lane, Telford, PA 18969. Any Questions? Call (215) 267 664-3269 or email childsplaycamps@gmail.com. Football Skills and Activities Offered: Passing, Receiving, Route Running, Running Back Drills, Stance, Formation, Offensive Game Strategy, Defensive Schemes and Game Strategy, Games, Tournament Play. What to Bring: Spikes, Mouth Guard, Sunscreen, Any other equipment you need, Lunch/ Snack, Water Bottle. Each camper will participate in all position activities. Refund Policy: 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.
COMMUNITIES
LANSDALE KARATE PROGRAM FOR KIDS: Lansdale Department of Parks and Recreation is accepting registrations for its martial arts program for kids ages 5 through 11 presented by Jonathan Exaros of KOKORO KAI. Traditional martial arts curriculum with an emphasis on childhood development and goal setting. Focus of the course will be Self-Discipline/Focus/ Anti-Bullying Tactics/GoalSetting/Realistic Self-Defense/ Anti-Abduction Tactics. Visit www.lansdale.org to receive detailed information or call (215) 361-8352.
BASKETBALL
AFBE TOURNAMENT Hamburg: Athletes for Better Education (AFBE) will be holding a regional BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT in the Hamburg, PA area (Hamburg High School). It will be held from May 4-6. There will be eight different age divisions for both boys and girls. They are: 10 & under, 11 & under, 12 & under, 13 & under, 14 & under, 15 & under, 16 & under, 18 & under. Each team will be guaranteed four games. There are only a limited number of spots available in each division, so please respond promptly. The deadline is April 20. For more information and registration see our website at www.afbe.org or contact Jason Bieber at (866) 906-2323 or email at jbieber@afbe.org.
SOFTBALL
GIRLS FASTPITCH TOURNAMENTS May 19-20 10U Drifton Cup Invitational: Four game guarantee. Fee: $425. Contact Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ptd. net. May 26-28 10U 12U/14U Drifton Cup Invitational: Four game guarantee. Free: $515. Contact; Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ ptd.net. June 2-3 12U/14U Mountain Madness Invitational — Frackville/Mahanoy City: Four game guarantee. Fee: $495. Contact Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ ptd.net. June 9-10 Fury 12U Invitational — Frackville: Four game guarantee. Fee: $400. Contact: Larry (570) 590-3818 or Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ptd.net. July 7-8 Fury 16U Invitational — Frackville: Four game guarantee. Fee: $400. Contact: Larry (570) 590-3818 or Joe (570) 590-9062/umpjoe@ptd.net. July 14-15 Fury 14U Invitational — Frackville: Four game guarantee. Fee: $400. Contact: Larry (570) 590-3818 or Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ptd.net. July 28-29 23U/18U Mountain Madness Invitational — Frackville: Four game guarantee. Fee: $415. Contact: Joe (570) 5909602/umpjoe@ptd.net. Aug. 11-12 Drifton Summer Classic Invitational 12U/14U/16U: Four game guarantee. Fee: $500. Conatct: Joe (570) 590-9602/umpjoe@ptd. net.
SUMMER CAMPS
CHILDS PLAY SPORTS CAMP A unique summer camp offering a variety of games and individualized instruction for various sports from an experienced staff. Dates: Monday, July 30-Friday, Aug. 3. Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Ages: 5-14. Where: Dock Mennonite Academy, 1000 Forty Foot Road, Lansdale, PA Cost: $165 per camper/week ($155 before June 1). Checks can be mailed to: Childs Play Camps 320 Elmwood Lane Telford, PA 18969. Any questions? Please Call (267) 664-3269 or email childsplaycamps@gmail.com. Sports &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: 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. Camp Director: Mike Childs Souderton Area School District Wellness / PE Teacher, Varsity Baseball Coach, Boys & Girls Basketball Coach, Coed Soccer Coach. Accredited: 28 Years Coaching Experience, First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, AED Certified. Awards: Souderton Independent Coach-of-the-Year, 2-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 Wellness/ PE Teacher, North Penn Football, Basketball & Baseball Coach.