AAU BASKETBALL TRYOUT
The Ballhawks Amateur Athletic Union basketball traveling team invites boys 13 and under to try out Saturday at 3 p.m. Proof of age is required. Call 215-768-3842 for information and tryout location.
BOCCE LEAGUES
In last Thursday’s women’s games of the South Philadelphia Bocce League, City Pizza defeated Southern Auto, 12-7, and PFC, 12-6; Mazza Bros. beat PFC, 12-5; and Southern took the win over Mazza, 12-1. In Tuesday’s men’s games, Pine Nuts defeated Rudi’s Formal Wear, 12-5, and Camilli Chiropractic, 12-7; Cacia’s Bakery beat Camilli, 12-5, and Chef’s Market, 12-5; Casa dei Pazzi took the win over Rudi’s, 12-9; and Chef’s Market defeated Casa, 12-8. Men’s games are played Tuesdays and women’s games are played Thursdays starting 7:30 p.m. at Guerin Recreation Center, 16th and Jackson streets.
CAPITOLO PLAYGROUND
Women’s modified softball teams for the 2004 season should call for registration information. The playground, Ninth and Federal streets, is still accepting players for the SNBL 11-and-under basketball league. Call 215-685-1883 ext. 3.
DVYAA BASEBALL
The association is accepting registration for its spring baseball programs weeknights, 6-8, and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at Barry Playground, 18th and Johnston streets. Age groups are 5-7 (tee-ball), 8-9 (peewee), 10-12 (majors) and 13-15 (seniors). Call 215-468-1265.
EOM BASEBALL
Registration is being held every Monday and Tuesday through March in the EOM gymnasium, Front and Moore streets, from 6-10 p.m. Call 215-271-1994.
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 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.
KARATE SEMINAR
Kim’s Karate will host a specialized children’s safety seminar Saturday called "EZ Defense for Children." The program teaches ages 7-12 methods to avoid becoming victims for bullies and abductors through role-playing. To register, call Michael Dolpies, 215-334-9000.
MODIFIED SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Teams are wanted for a Sunday modified-pitch adult softball league. Call Joe, 267-679-1879 (daytime) or 267-230-3258 (evenings).
NEUMANN BOWLING
The three-time defending Catholic League champion St. John Neumann bowling team will begin its pursuit of an unprecedented four-peat this afternoon. The Pirates will face the winner of Tuesday’s opening-round match between Bonner and Kennedy-Kenrick at St. Monica Lanes at 3 p.m. The winner will advance to Tuesday’s semifinal match against Northern Division champ Father Judge. Senior Matt Stankiewicz has helped power Neumann to another strong season with a school-record 210 average, which also earned him a First Team All-Catholic nod. The four-year starter also tallied a 700 series in last Tuesday’s loss to St. Joe’s Prep.
PHILLY FLASH
The Philly Flash 14-and-under fast-pitch softball travel team is looking for an athlete who can play catcher-outfield. Call Jim Newman, 215-752-1529, or e-mail Newtsn@aol.com.
PREP BOWLING
St. Joe’s Prep senior Mark Rubbo, of the 2800 block of South Iseminger Street, helped his bowling team clinch the Catholic League Southern Division title last Thursday against Kennedy-Kenrick. Rubbo set a school record with a high game of 258 and high series of 733. The captain, a four-year varsity athlete, enters the playoffs with a 204 average, good enough for a First Team All-Catholic nod. The Prep finished the regular season with a 37-11 record.
SABRES BASEBALL
Registration is being held 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.
SENATORS BASEBALL
The Philadelphia Senators youth baseball team will sponsor two 12-and-under teams this season. Based at Sunoco Field, the organization is seeking 11- and 12-year-olds who want to travel and compete against the best athletes from around the country while playing 80 games this spring and summer. Call Mark Hill, 215-564-1100, or Steve Koplove, 215-551-8078.
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.
SHOT TOWER BASKETBALL
In the opener, the Kings defeated the Celtics 22-18. Tom Siperko (four points), Danielle Koskinas (six) and Ryan Coney (four) led the Kings’ offense, while Fred Hicks, Luke McHugh and Kevin Meehan scored four points apiece for the Celtics. In the nightcap, the Nets defeated the Sixers 24-20. Joe Renzi (six), Phillip Connell (four) and Max Cohen (four) led the Nets’ offense, while Eric McNeil (six), Justin Brown (four) and Isabella Brilliant (four) hustled for the Sixers.
SOUTH PHILLY ARC SOFTBALL
The South Philadelphia arc softball league is seeking 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 this month. Call Ed or Anthony, 610-496-7106.
TEN STAR BASKETBALL CAMP
Applications are being accepted for the Ten Star All-Star Summer Basketball Camp. The camp, which is by invitation only, is for boys and girls ages 10-19. Past participants include Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan, Vince Carter and Grant Hill. College basketball scholarships are available for players named to the All-American team. The closest camp location is in Lock Haven. For a free brochure, call 704-373-0873.
WOMEN’S SOFTBALL
A women’s softball team is looking for players, all positions available. Call Ron, 215-431-8976 or 215-227-1228.
