Sports briefs: 1-15-04

BOCCE LEAGUES

In Tuesday’s men’s games of the South Philadelphia Bocce League, Rudi’s Formal Wear defeated Casa dei Pazzi, 12-6, and Pine Nuts, 12-6; Camilli Chiropractor beat Pine Nuts, 12-3, and Cacia’s Bakery, 12-5; Cacia’s took the win over Chef’s Market, 12-3; and Casa defeated Chef’s Market, 12-6. In last Thursday’s women’s games, Southern Auto defeated Mazza Bros., 12-10, and PFC, 12-11; City Pizza beat PFC, 12-2; and Mazza took the win over City Pizza, 12-9. Men’s games are played Tuesdays and women’s games are played Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., at Guerin Recreation Center, 16th and Jackson streets.

CAPITOLO PLAYGROUND

The Capitolo men’s softball league is accepting new teams for the 2004 season. Managers must call Louise, 215-685-1883, as soon as possible, as only a few openings remain. Managers of women’s modified teams also are invited to inquire. In addition, the playground is holding registration for its 12-and-under basketball league. Call Greg, 215-685-1883.

EOM BIDDY HOCKEY

EOM is now accepting registration for biddy hockey for ages 4-7. The cost is $25 and games will be played every Saturday through Feb. 14. No equipment is needed. Stop by the EOM office, Front and Moore streets, from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., or call Erin, 215-271-1994.

GUERIN ACTIVITIES

Registration is being held for boys’ and girls’ indoor soccer for ages 12 and under at Guerin Recreation Center, 16th and Jackson streets. Parents can register their children Monday-Friday, 3-8 p.m., or call 215-685-1894 to make an appointment. The $15 fee, which includes shirt and award, is due at signup. Registration also continues for boys’ basketball for ages 14 and under and 12 and under. The same fee applies.

HAWTHORNE BASKETBALL

The Hawthorne Cultural Center, 1200 Carpenter St., is seeking players and coaches for the Department of Recreation’s 12-and-under girls’ basketball league. Coaches and volunteers also are needed. Games are played weekday evenings at Murphy Recreation Center, Fourth and Shunk streets, and at Guerin Recreation Center, 16th and Jackson streets. Call 215-685-1848.

JOE FORTUNA BASEBALL/TEE-BALL

Signups are being held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. at Murphy Rec Center, Third and Shunk streets, for the spring baseball and tee-ball league for youths ages 4-19. The cost is $35 for ages 4-7; $40 for ages 8-15; and $70 for ages 16-19. Registration includes uniforms, trophies and a banquet. Call Joe Greco, 267-258-5958.

POINT BREEZE BASKETBALL

The Point Breeze Civic Association is registering boys and girls for its winter basketball league. Signups for boys ages 9-12 are held Wednesdays; boys 14-16, Thursdays. A girls’ basketball league is forming for ages 11-14. The PBCA seeks teams to participate. Registration is at Vare Middle School, 24th Street and Snyder Avenue, from 6:30-9 p.m. Call 215-755-6628.

SABRES BASEBALL

Registration will begin this Monday and continue every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through April at Sixth Street and Packer Avenue. The age divisions are 4-6 (tee-ball), 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15 and 16-19. The cost is $50 for tee-ball and $85 for all other divisions. All teams are welcome. Call 215-468-2146 or visit www.sabresbaseball.com.

SEYAA BASEBALL/TEE-BALL

Baseball and tee-ball registration is underway. The season will begin April 24. The age divisions are 4-6 (tee-ball), 7-8 (pitching machine), 8-10 and 10-12 (live pitch), and 13-15 and 16-19 (Babe Ruth). The cost is $60 for tee-ball and $70 for all other divisions. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Register at the Thomas Middle School third-floor gym, Ninth and Johnston streets, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., and Saturdays, noon-3 p.m. Registration will be held Thursdays at the SEYAA fieldhouse, Seventh and Bigler streets, from 6-8 p.m. Call 215-463-8802 or visit www.seyaa.com.

SOUTH PHILLY ARC SOFTBALL

The South Philadelphia arc softball league is looking for teams for the upcoming season. Games will be played Sunday mornings. Call Ed Felker, 215-467-0688 or 215-816-6775.

SUNDAY SOFTBALL

A South Philly Sunday slow-pitch softball league for men 18 and over is forming and a few teams are needed. The first meeting will be held next month. Call Ed or Anthony, 610-496-7106.

YOUTH BASKETBALL

Several teams from local recreation centers and other groups had the rare experience of playing on the Wachovia Center court before the Sixers game last Wednesday. The 14-and-under girls from the Point Breeze Civic Association played the Belfield Rec team, while the 14-and-under boys’ squad from Vare Rec faced off against Pepper Playground. Boys from the 14-and-under teams at Murphy and Guerin recreation centers also competed.