DIVING
BASEBALL
HOFFITZ Travel Baseball seeks those in grades 8-11 for summer play. A tryout session will take place at 9 a.m. May 9 at Douglas High School in Parkland. The season runs June 1-Aug. 1. Register for the tryout at www.hofball.net, or for further details, call 954-258-4380. Broward Baseball Academy at the David Posnack Jewish Community Center in Davie offers a variety of programs, including Minors Baseball (ages 5-8), Majors Baseball (ages 9-11) and Adult Softball, for the beginner up to the high-level competitive player. There are also private and semi-private lessons available. Instruction focuses on hitting, fielding, pitching and base running. For further details, contact Wayne Stofsky at 954-683-7747 or wayne@browardbaseballacademy.com.
BASKETBALL
Future Stars Travel Basketball Club seeks experienced players ages 10-13 (for grades 4, 6 and 7 teams). The squads are based out of south/west Broward County. For further details, contact Coach John Kee at 305-834-1648 or fs.sports_ent@live. com. Coconut Creek Girls Basketball League seeks players ages 8-17 for its upcoming season. Early sign-ups will be accepted through May 30 at the Coconut Creek Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Blvd., or at www.CoconutCreek.net/Webtrac. Age divisions are 8-10, 11-13 and 14-17. Cost is $100, with nonresidents required to have an annual Youth Sports Card that can be purchased for $60 at any city parks and recreation office. The season runs Aug. 8-Nov. 7. Volunteer coaches are needed. For further details, call 954-956-1580. Hoopster Basketball Academy seeks boys and girls ages 4-17 for its training sessions at the Sunrise Civic Center Gymnasium. The program runs from 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays throughout the year. Instruction is offered within three classifications: Small Fry, Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced. For further details, visit www.hoopsterbasketballacademy.com or call Coach Diaz at 954-634-2061. Hoop Phi Hoop Travel Basketball seeks boys for its 17-under and 15-under age group travel teams based out of Miramar. The squads compete in tournaments throughout the nation. For further details, call Coach Jay at 786-597-6080. Oakland Park Youth Summer Basketball League seeks players ages 7-16 (as of June 30) for its upcoming season. Sign-ups are being accepted at Oakland Park City Hall, 3650 NE 12th Ave. The regular season begins in June at Rickards Middle School. Volunteer coaches are needed. Cost is $55 for residents, $100 for nonresidents. For further details, call 954-630-4500 or 954-6304506. Coach Marty’s Basketball Clinics seeks boys and girls ages 8-12 for instruction from 9-10:15 a.m. Sundays at Cardinal Gibbons High School 2900 NE 47th St. in Fort Lauderdale. The focus is on shooting and fundamentals. Cost is $25 per session. For further details, call 954-822-9401. Central Broward Basketball Academy seeks boys and girls ages 5-15 for its training sessions at Bamford Gym in Davie. Instruction takes place from 7:15-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 10:15-11:30 a.m. Saturdays. Each session includes fundamental training and small group games. Visit www.cbba.co or call Dave Winer at 954-980-9270. South Florida Youth Basketball Academy seeks boys and girls ages 7-14 for its training sessions (individual and small group) at the Potter Park Davie PAL Gymnasium. The elite group meets at 6 p.m. Fridays throughout the year. The academy also offers camps and clinics, strength and conditioning programs and private training. For further details, call Coach Snell at 954809-5131 or visit www.sflbasketballacademy.com. Parkland Adult Men’s Basketball League seeks players age 21and older for its Sunday morning games. Cost is $140 per participant for six months. This program runs continuously throughout the year. For site and time information, email tom@hellerusa.com with “Hoops” in the subject line.
BROOMBALL
Glacier Ice Arena Broomball League seeks adult players for its return to action. Games will take place from 8:30-10 p.m. Wednesdays at the Pompano Beach rink. Broomball is similar to ice hockey, but special “sponge-bottom” sneakers are worn and a ball is used instead of a puck. Rules include a non-contact provision to minimize injuries. Players also must wear elbow pads, knee pads and gloves. Those interested in playing or receiving further details may call Chris Carr at 561-400-4641. Seahawks Springboard and Platform Diving seeks those interested in learning these types of diving. Lessons, which start at 3:30 p.m. weekdays at the Nova Southeastern University Aquatic Center, involve basic to advanced skill level training through the Dive Safe program. The program, which also includes some Saturday clinics, is sanctioned by USA Diving and the Amateur Athletic Union. Call 954-801-8469.
FOOTBALL/ CHEERLEADING
(TACKLE)
Coral Springs Tackle Football Club seeks players (ages 5-13) and cheerleaders (ages 5-15) for its upcoming season. Sign-ups will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 12-14 and19-21at Mullins Park,10000 NW 29th St. There will also be clinics May 4-8, also from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the park, for those interested in some spring drills. Program details can be found at www.cschargers.com.
GOLF
Dyehards Monday Ladies League at the Plantation Preserve Golf Course seeks new members. League members hit the fair- ways every Monday with a12:30 p.m. tee-off time. All skill levels are welcome, but those interested in joining the group must have must a current handicap (GHIN preferred). For further details, contact Judy at 954585-5025 or jconover@plantation.org. The Summer League Cup Series seeks participants for its upcoming 16-week play that starts May 13 at the Davie Golf and Country Club. Each nine-hole round will tee off at 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Scoring will be individual player points and based on the PGA Tour FedEx Cup point system, so all golfers have a chance at winning prizes, regardless of handicap. There will be varying formats, including two-person best ball, two-person scramble, individual stroke, two-person Stableford and two-person alternate shot. Cost is $18 (twilight rate) per week, and a one-time $35 entry fee. Those interested may register in the golf shop at 8201 Nova Drive in Davie. For further details, call 954-797-4653. Davie Golf Men’s Group seeks those of all handicap levels to play at Davie Golf & Country Club. Preferred tee times and rates are available to groups on Tuesdays, Thursdays and weekends. Tournaments are staged monthly. Email Pat Deservio at mensgolfdavie@att.net. The Goffers, a group of gay and lesbian golfers in South Florida, seek participants for regular rounds of play at courses throughout Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. The outings are Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and are open to everyone, including low, medium and high handicappers. Visit www.thegoffers.com or email jquebby@gmail.com. Pompano Beach Men’s Golf Association seeks new members of all ages and abilities. Tournaments take place every Wednesday morning on the Greg Norman Pines course. Competitions include scrambles, individual class play and one and two best balls in foursomes. Membership fee is $25 per year. Visit PBMGA.com for further details or to download a membership application.
ICE HOCKEY
Glacier Ice and Snow Youth Hockey seeks boys and girls ages 4-10 for free ice hockey classes through the GOAL (Get Out And Learn) program for newcomers to the sport. All equipment is provided at no cost during each four-week session. Participants will receive on-ice lessons by USA Hockeycertified instructors and an official GOAL jersey to keep when they complete the program. Classes are on Sundays from 1-1:40 p.m. at 4601N. Federal Highway in Pompano Beach. New sessions begin the first Sunday of each month. For further details, visit www.glaciericeandsnow.com, call 954943-1437 or email with “hockey department” in the subject line to info@glaciericeandsnow.com.
PICKLEBALL
Town of Davie Open Pickleball League seeks participants for games at Bamford Park. The action takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-noon. Call 954-327-3941.
PING PONG
Fort Lauderdale Ping Pong Club seeks intermediate to moderate skill level players. The club meets from 8:30-11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and 11 a.m-1 p.m. Thursdays at the Beach Community Center, 3351 NE 33rd Ave. There is no charge, and equipment is provided. Sneakers are a requirement. For further details, call Bill at 954366-4627.
RACEWALKING
South Florida Racewalkers seek those of all ages and skill levels in Broward and Palm Beach counties who would like to get involved in the sport. This activity takes place from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Plantation Central Park. The club routinely puts on state, national and international racewalks. For further details, call Dan Koch at 954-
242-9056.
SOFTBALL
South Florida Senior Softball Association seeks new members age 50 and older for pickup softball games Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings year-round at the Four Fields Complex in Pompano Beach. Batting practice starts at 8:45 a.m. and games begin at 9:30. This is not a league, and participation is on a come-when-you-want basis. Sides to ensure good balance are made at the field each day. Equipment used is consistent with that used in Florida Half Century tournaments. For further details, call George at 201-315-0231. Pompano Beach Senior Softball Association seeks new participants age 55 and older for its Tuesday and Thursday morning games at the Four Fields Complex. Practices are at 8:45 a.m., with games starting at 9:30. Both full-time and seasonal residents are invited. Some experience is beneficial, and players are asked to bring their own bats and gloves. The skill level ranges from recreational to tournament. For cost and further details, call Ed at 954-603-6313. Fort Lauderdale Senior Softball Association seeks players age 50 and older for pick-up games on Monday and Wednesday mornings at the Mills Pond Park Softball Complex, 2201 N. Powerline Road. Batting practice begins at 8:30 a.m., with games starting at about 9:30. Sides are chosen in an effort to make games competitive. The program includes players in their 70s. The format is slow-pitch, with some modified rules for safety. For further details, call Karl at 954-8930110.
STICKBALL
Adult Street Stickball League seeks participants for a New Yorkstyle program in Coconut Creek. The format is 8-on-8, with games at 9 a.m. Saturdays or 8:30 a.m. Sundays. There is no cost to join. If interested, contact Wayne at 954-663-4411 or Drmuzikwayne7@ gmail.com.
SWIMMING
Sunrise Swimming offers a variety of year-round programs, including a competitive swim team for youths, master’s sessions for adults, parent-tot classes, group instruction for ages 3-12 and private lessons for all ages at the outdoor heated pools at the Sunrise Civic Center,10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd. For further details, call 954-747-4635 or visit Sunriseswimming.com. Plantation Swim Team conducts training for all levels of development, from age-group swimmers to masters. There are also instructional sessions for the water polo and dive teams. Frequent competitions and a variety of events and programs, including Red Cross swim lessons, are available for all ages. The Central Park complex includes two outdoor, heated, Olympic-size pools. Call 954-452-2526 or visit www.swimpst.com. Swim School and Swim Team at Westminster Academy offers lessons for adults, children and infants at various times throughout the week. Group and private sessions are also available. The swim team is sanctioned by USA Swimming. The complex is at 5601 N. Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. For further details, call 954-771-4615, ext. 2133 or visit www.westminsterswim- ming.com. SwimAmerica of Coral Springs teaches young people how to swim. Lessons are at the Coral Springs Aquatic Center and are conducted by well-trained swim instructors certified by the American Swimming Coaches Association. The program is directed by former Olympic swimmer and current ASCA swim coach Biggi Lohberg. For further details, visit www.swimamericacoralsprings.com or call 954-345-5441. Cooper City Cyclones — PST, registered with USA Swimming and US Masters Swimming, seeks members of all ages and skill levels for its year-round competitive swim team. Practice sessions are at the Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center. For further details, visit www.CyclonesSwimming.com or call 954-4367300. Pine Crest Swimming is open to the public at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton. Pine Crest Swimming offers yearround learn-to-swim lessons, private swim lessons and competitive swimming programs. For further details, call 954-492-4173 or visit www.pinecrestswimming.com. Dania Beach Swim Team seeks new members ages 4-18 for its yearround program. A member of the South Florida Recreation Swim League, the squad focuses on stroke techniques and fundamentals while providing fun competition. Practices are Tuesdays-Fridays at the P.J. Meli Aquatics Complex. For further details, contact Coach Ann at 954-651-2791 or sflaquatics@bellsouth.net. South Florida Aquatic Club, a member of the Florida Gold Coast organization, seeks swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Practice sessions are at the Academic Village Pool, 17191 Sheridan St. in Pembroke Pines. Lessons are also available. For further details, visit www.swim4soflo.com or call Chris Anderson at 954-538-3721.
TENNIS
Adult wheelchair tennis clinics welcome participants to free weekly instruction at George English Tennis Center,1101Bayview Drive in Fort Lauderdale. Sessions are from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For further details, call 954-828-4620. Lauderdale Tennis Club offers a variety of lessons, clinics, social and competitive tennis programs to challenge all ability levels. The club at 600 Tennis Club Drive in Fort Lauderdale also runs a summer camp through August. For further details or to register for any program, call 954-763-8657 or visit www.lauderdaletennisclub.com. Jimmy Evert and George English tennis centers offer programs for adults and children. Adult sessions include clinics, cardio tennis and round robins, while junior sessions include clinics, match play, toddler tennis and school break tennis camps. Jimmy Evert Tennis Center is at 701 NE 12th Ave. in Holiday Park, while the George English Tennis Center is at 1101 Bayview Drive, both in Fort Lauderdale. For further details, call 954-828-5378 (Evert) or 954-828-4620 (English). Hagen Park Tennis Center in Wilton Manors seeks participants for its round-robin doubles tournaments from 9-11a.m. Thursdays. The center also offers the following tennis clinics from 6-7 p.m.: Advanced (Mondays), Intermediate Plus (Tuesdays) and Intermediate (Wednesdays). Private lessons are also available. For further details, call Donna Kocyba at 954-5541050.
TINY TOT SPORTS
Parkland YMCA Family Center Tiny Tot Sports seeks boys and girls ages 3-5. Tiny tot sports are designed to teach the basics in a fun and stimulating environment. Instruction takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cost is $60 for members, $80 for nonmembers. For times and other information, call 954-384-9622. The center is at 10559 Trails End.
TRAPSHOOTING
Markham Skeet and Trap Youth Program seeks boys and girls ages 10-17 who are interested in learning about trapshooting and gun safety while also participating in competitions. Shotguns and instruction are provided free of charge. Targets and ammunition are paid by the student. 6-9 p.m. Mondays at the Markham Park Target Range in Sunrise. Call 954-857-5278.
VOLLEYBALL
Adult Coed Volleyball League in Coral Springs seeks teams for its games at Riverside Park. The action takes place from 7-8:30 p.m. Fridays from May 22-June 26. Format is 4-on-4, and teams should consist of six players. Cost is $50 per player. To register or for further details, visit www.sandturtlesvolleyball.com.
WATER POLO
Coral Springs Water Polo Club seeks participants ages 9-18 for its year-round program. Training covers all facets of the sport, with an emphasis on fundamentals. Instruction is at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex. For practice times and cost, call 954-536-4911or email cspringswp@gmail.com. SFLA Hurricane Water Polo Club seeks new members for its yearround water polo program. A member of USA Water Polo, the squad competes in local, state and national tournaments. Training includes fundamental skills and rules of the game for the novice player, and advanced water polo techniques and team strategies for the experienced player. Call Coach Adam at 925-878-9239 or Coach Ann at 954-651-2791.
WRESTLING
Wrestling University Club seeks boys and girls in the second grade through high school. Practice sessions take place Monday-Thursday and involve folkstyle, freestyle and Greco-Roman instruction. For practice times and further details, call Coach Charlie C. Morgan II at 954-562-6240 or email wrestlinguniversityccmii@yahoo.com.
DEADLINE
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