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CARPENTER CUP CLASSIC
The 25th annual Carpenter Cup Classic is taking place June 14 to 21. The first two rounds of this single-elimination showcase event featuring 16 high school all-star baseball teams from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are at Richie Ashburn Field, Broad Street and Pattison Avenue, with the semifinals and final moving over to Citizens Bank Park, 1 Citizens Bank Way.
The Public League and Catholic League squads face each other in opening-round action, 12:30 p.m. June 15. For a complete schedule, visit http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com.
GAMP BASEBALL UPDATE
The Girard Academic Music Program baseball team was eliminated in the first round of the PIAA Class A tournament Monday by Christopher Dock, 15-5 in a six-inning affair.
GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CLINIC
Philly Girls Got Game is hosting a free girls’ basketball clinic series for ages 8 to 13 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 7, 14, 21 and 28 at Neumann-Goretti, 1736 S. 10th St. Call 610-500-BALL or visit www.PhillyGirlsGotGame.com.
GREEN UPDATE
Prep Charter and La Salle University grad has worked out for the Miami Heat and Charlotte Bobcats with another to follow today in New Jersey. He final scheduled pre-draft visit is June 15 with the Milwaukee Bucks.
“We have received favorable NBA feedback about Rodney and we are happy he is getting these well-deserved opportunities,” La Salle head coach Dr. John Giannini said in a story posted on the La Salle Explorers Website.
The NBA Draft takes place June 24.
JEDI TENNIS
Jedi Tennis is holding beginner tennis classes 4 to 6 p.m. Fridays at Guerin Rec Center, 1600 Jackson St. and 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays at Barry Playground, 1800 Bigler St. The $15 fee covers all classes at both locations and will run for eight weeks.
Call Coach Bryan, 215-528-0196 or e-mail JediTennis@hotmail.com.
MADDEN FOOTBALL CHALLENGE
Murphy Rec Center, Fourth and Shunk streets, is holding a Madden 2010 Football challenge noon June 22 for boys and girls ages 12 to 18. Winners will take on a member of the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Call George Sumner, 215-685-1874.
NJTL SUMMER CAMP
The National Junior Tennis League camps begin June 28 at Barry Playground, 1800 Bigler St., and F.D.R. Park, Broad St. and Pattison Ave. The program includes seven weeks of instruction, games, local and citywide competition. Open to boys and girls, all levels. Call 215-487-9555 or visit www.AsheTennis.org.
SEYAA FALL SOCCER
SEYAA is accepting registration for its fall outdoor soccer program which begins Sept. 11. Divisions are: 4 to 6; 7 to 8; 9 to 10; 11 to 13; and 14 to 17. All games are played at Seventh and Bigler streets through Nov. 7.
Register 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at SEYAA. Last year’s registrants will receive a packet in the mail. Send requests to seyaasports@aol.com. Call 215-463-8802 or visit www.seyaa.com.
SIGMA SHARKS
Sigma Sharks Football is looking for coaches for the summer/fall season for teams ranging in age from 6 to 13. Prior coaching experience not necessary, but you must be able to make the time commitment.
Call David Smith, 267-918-4668 or e-mail sigmasharks@verizon.net.
SOUTH PHILLY HURRICANES
The South Philly Hurricanes Pop Warner football program is looking for youth football and cheer coaches for the upcoming season. Call Coach Tee, 215-439-7653.
The organization also is having their annual football skills camp for ages 5 to 15 noon to 2 p.m. Saturdays at Smith Playground, 25th and Jackson streets.
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