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National youth soccer tour arrives in Wesley Chapel

WESLEY CHAPEL - Over 1,500 kids are expected to take field in Kohl's US Youth Soccer American Cup, the largest recreational youth soccer tournament in the United States, from Oct. 31-Nov. 1. at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544.
The Region III Under-8 through Under-14 boys and girls will bring together 85 teams on 10 soccer fields in East Pasco County.
The tourney was started in 2000 as an avenue to highlight recreational soccer players and promote fair play. Players receive equal opportunities and benefits within their level of play, with an emphasis on participation, rather than competition.
All tournaments are open to players registered with a U.S. Youth Soccer State Association recreational league.
Admission to Kohl's American Cup is free.
For more information about Florida Youth Soccer Association visit www.fysa.com or contact Barb Newton at bnewton@fysa.com or 1-407-852-6770. For more information on US Youth Soccer visit www.USYouthSoccer.org.

Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament

BROOKSVILLE - The Hernando Oaks Woman's Golf Association is proud to present its fourth annual Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Hernando Oaks Golf and Country Club, Delacroix Drive, Brooksville, 34604.
Golfer registration is $65 and that includes golf and cart, buffet contests and multiple prizes.
All proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
For additional information, contact Marianne at 352-796-4043 or Cheryl at 352-345-4251

Retired Law Enforcement Officers hold golf tourney

BROOKSVILLE - The National Association of Retired law Enforcement Officers is hosting its annual golf tournament beginning at 8 a.m. shotgun start on Friday, Oct. 23, at Rivard Golf and Country Club.
Entry fee is $45. There will be food, refreshments and prizes at the clubhouse after the event.
To register, or for additional information, contact Clyde Day at 352-666-1204.

Little Buddies baseball begins Nov. 9

BROOKSVILLE - The City of Brooksville Recreation Department is holding registration for the Little Buddies baseball program for children, ages 3-5.
The program will be conducted from 5:15-6:15 p.m. every Monday, starting Nov. 9 and through Dec. 14, at the Jerome Brown
Community Center.
The program teaches basic motor skills of baseball in a fun, non-competitive environment.
The registration fee for the six-week event is $60 and includes a T-Shirt.
For additional information, contact Dave Conrad 352-540-3835.
                                                                                                                     
Hooters Halloween Scramble to benefit NCT hoops program

BROOKSVILLE - Golf, fun, food, Halloween costumes, and Hooters girls. What more can you ask for?
The Nature Coast Technical boys' basketball team has teamed up with Hooters restaurants in hosting the Hooters Halloween Scramble Golf Tournament set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, at The Links Golf Club in Hudson.
The fundraiser will assist the NCT boys hoop program for the upcoming 2009-2010 season.
The event will cost $40 per golfer or $160 per foursome which includes 18 holes with a cart, range balls, and various Hooters Gift Cards and merchandise (Hooters Goodie Bag).
Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third-place teams as well as a prize for The Best Costume.
Prizes will be also rewarded for contest winners for The Hooter Girl Putting Contest and Closest to Pin.
To register, or for additional information, contact NCT Head Coach David Pisarcik at 797-7088, Ext. 335.

Do you live and breathe sports?

BROOKSVILLE - If you love sports - all kinds of athletics - perhaps you would like to write about local games for Hernando Today.
We are always looking for part-time sports writers. You won't make a lot of money, but you'll attend games free and write a report on the game for publication.
Being a sports correspondent enables you to talk with the coaches and players.
If you're not a journalist, we'll help you tell your story so readers will understand the game.
We will give you tips on sports writing style and story formatting.
Necessary tools?
Aspiring writers need a computer (preferably a laptop), a cell phone, dependable transportation and a willingness to learn.
If you are interested, talk with the sports editor, Tony Castro, by calling him at 544-5278.

New or used golf clubs sought

BROOKSVILLE - The City of Brooksville Recreation Department is seeking donations of new or used golf clubs in support of its First Tee Youth Golf Program.
The clubs will be cut down and be re-gripped to be used by younger golfers participating in the program. Anyone interested in making a donation should contact Dave Conrad at 540-3835.

Florida Senior Games registration now open
 
TALLAHASSEE - The Florida Senior Games State Championships is two months away and prospective athletes have a variety of ways to sign up for the 18th annual State Championships, to be held in Cape Coral on Dec. 5-13.
It has never been easier for athletes to register for competition in the state's only Senior-oriented Olympic-style Sports Festival.
The easiest way is for athletes to visit www.flasports.com and register online. Once athletes create an account, future registrations will be a snap. Once contact information is provided, the Florida Sports Foundation will be able to keep athletes posted of the latest news in email correspondence.
Another option is to download registration information from www.flasports.com and send it back to the Florida Sports Foundation. Each Senior Games sport has information posted at www.flasports.com in pdf files.
Florida Senior Games State Championships registration books have been mailed out to athletes. Senior athletes who have qualified at a 2009 Local Games event or participated in previous Senior Games events are on the FSF mailing list and will receive a registration book. To receive a 2009 Florida Senior Games State Championships Registration Book in the mail, please contact the FSF by calling toll free 1-866-FL-GAMES or send an email to games@flasports.com.
The deadline for applications to be received at the Florida Sports Foundation office in Tallahassee is Monday, Nov. 16. Online registration deadline is Friday, Nov. 20. Entry fees also vary by sport.
New for the 2009 Games are some events where athletes younger than 50 may compete alongside Senior Athletes in their own age groups. At the Powerlifting competition, to be held Saturday, Dec. 5, athletes 40 and older are invited to participate. Divisions will be contested in accordance with Senior Games five-year increments starting with age 40-44.
The 5K Road Race, to be held on Saturday, Dec. 12 at Rotary Park in Cape Coral, is an intergenerational event with athletes of all age invited to participate. Athletes 49 and younger will be categorized at Florida's Sunshine State Games athletes. The 5K Road Race will accept on-site registration the day of the event.
Most sports of the Florida Senior Games State Championships require qualifying at a Florida Local Senior Games.  Athletes not yet qualified for the State Championships, have five opportunities left to compete in the next month, beginning this weekend with the Gainesville Senior Games. The Villages are also holding a softball-only qualifier.
Ten sports are considered "OPEN" events, which an athlete is not required to participate in a Sanctioned Florida Local Senior Games Qualifier. Archery, Billiards, Bocce, Pickleball, Powerlifting, Race Walk, Racquetball, Road Race, Softball and Volleyball are considered "OPEN" events.
 
Remaining 2009 Florida Local Senior Games qualifiers
 
JACKSONVILLE SENIOR GAMES
October 5-11, 2009
Call for registration opportunities: (904) 630-2681
Contact: Mary Ferrell, E-mail: mferrell@coj.net
 
TAMPA BAY SENIOR GAMES
October 5-16, 2009
Call for registration opportunities: (813) 635-3513
Contact: Mary Clements, Email: Clementsm@hillsboroughcounty.org
 
GAINESVILLE SENIOR GAMES
October 22-25, 2009
352-338-9300
Contact: Alex Alston, E-mail: aalston@gsoc.com
www.gainsvillesportscommission.com

ORMOND BEACH SENIOR GAMES
October 23-November 1, 2009
(386) 677-8575
Contact: Bob Oevermann, E-mail: oevermann@msn.com
 
The Villages Senior Games Softball Qualifier
October 23-25, 2009, The Villages, Florida
352-751-7110
Contact: Jenny Donovan, jenny.donovan@districtgov.org

MARTIN COUNTY GOLDEN GAMES
November 1-10, 2009
772-221-1419
Contact: Jesse Moore, E-mail: jmoore@martin.fl.us
 
GOLDEN AGE GAMES, Sanford
November 7-13, 2009
407-302-1010
Contact: Kim Eltonhead, E-mail: eltonhek@sanfordfl.gov

Marine safety group to hold yard sale

HERNANDO BEACH - The Hernando Beach Marine Safety Support Group (HBMSSG) will be holding a yard sale from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building in Hernando Beach (corner of Caliente and Shoal Line).
The HBMSSG is a not-for-profit organization that helps support organizations like the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Donations for the yard sale are gladly accepted on Mondays from 9-11 a.m. at the Auxiliary Building. The group will also accept donations of boats, jet skis, etc., which must meet federal guidelines and are tax deductible.
For additional information, contact Tom at 352-597-0003 or Jackie at 352-666-7239

Belles and Beaus League seeking players

BROOKSVILLE - The Quarry Golf Course, 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., is looking for players for its Belles and Beaus League beginning with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. every Wednesday, starting Nov. 11.
Cost is $10 for members and $20 per non-members. Cost includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, blind draw, scramble format, lunch and drink included, and weekly prizes. Raffle drawing is $2.
For additional information, contact Christi Adams at 352-540-3807.

Hernando Havoc seeks players

BROOKSVILLE - The Hernando Havoc, an under-11 travel ball baseball team, is looking for experienced players.
For a tryout, contact Steve DelGatto at 352-442-1750 or email at delgatto5@earthlink.net.
 
Free vessel check

HERNANDO BEACH - The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering free vessel safety checks.
The auxiliary will come to your boat wherever you keep it.
Contact Jackie at 666-7239 to set up an appointment.
For more information on the auxiliary visit online at http:/a0701508.uscgaux.info.

Are you a shutterbug?

BROOKSVILLE - If you love sports - all kinds of local athletics - perhaps you would like to digitally photograph games for Hernando Today.
As the county leader in local coverage, we are always looking for aspiring sports photographers.
If you're interested in becoming a sports photo correspondent, drop off your resume with a portfolio of your finest sports (action) photos to Hernando Today, 15299 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville.
Sports Editor Tony Castro will get in contact with you after reviewing your resume and portfolio.

All Pro Dads of South Brooksville athletic events

BROOKSVILLE - All Pro Dads of South Brooksville, Inc. is hosting a family night on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Chick-Fil-A at 7 p.m. This event will be hosting all the elementary schools in Hernando County, Hernando Christian Academy, and the members of HYL football
 
Rotary Club of Brooksville Golf Tournament

BROOKSVILLE - The 32nd annual Rotary Club of Brooksville Charity Golf Tournament will be held at the Brooksville Country Club at Majestic Oaks, 23446 Links Dr., on Dec. 9.
The cost is $75 per golfer and sponsorships are available for $75. This is a fundraising event to help fund the Brooksville Rotary charitable activities.
For sponsorships and golfer registration information contact the Brooksville Rotary at 796-1143 or Jerry Sheffield at 799-2265.

Learn to scuba
    
SPRING HILL - Learn to scuba at the Hernando County Family YMCA. Classes began Oct. 6 and run Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9:30 p.m.
This course includes six class and pool sessions for ages 12 and older in good physical health and comfortable in and under the water.
There will also be classes from 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m. for ages 10 and older, plus open water dives on Thursday and Friday in the Gulf of Mexico or Rainbow River at $20 per day.
Upon completion of the classes persons will be certified as Open Water Scuba Diver, recognized worldwide.
The cost is $120 for YMCA members and $140 for non-members, plus $60 for use of scuba equipment.
Personal equipment, mask, fins and snorkel are not included, but can be purchased at a discount from instructors: Jack Farrell at 727-861-3483 or 800-633-1633 and Mark Butler at 352-214-1171, who are YMCA, PADI and NAUI instructors.
For additional information, contact Olivia Matles at the YMCA at 352-688-9622.