West County Scuttlebutt, Sept. 3
* An 11U Select baseball team is looking for players to complete their 2008 fall roster. We currently have 3 openings and seek the interest of impact-type players. Our coaching staff is comprised of professionals from the St. Louis area who are committed to building a quality baseball organization. One of our coaches is a former St. Louis Cardinals baseball assistant team physician, who serves as a valuable resource due to his extensive knowledge in the area of pitching and hitting mechanics. We teach fundamentals and strategy, while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and playing hard. All players are coached in fair and respectable manner. For info, call (314) 422-4252.
* The 10U AAA St. Louis Knights (birthdate after 5/1/97) are looking for Fall Ball players and possibly players for the spring of 2009. The team is moving to 11U for the fall. Very competitive Select team seeking all-around athletes who will play anywhere and who simply cant get enough baseball. Strong preference toward those with AAA bats and speed. Great opportunity for experienced AAA/Gold/Select players looking for a change and who want to have fun while playing competitively. We focus on fundamentals and having a good time while playing the game at a high level. Terrific core group of kids and families for info, e-mail knightsbaseball@earthlink.net or call (314) 220-8734.* The St. Louis Royales (32-1) need 2-3 Fall Ball players for 8-U (9-U in 2009). For info, call (314) 845-1934.
* Play It Right Baseball/Softball Academy is looking for umpires to officiate weekend baseball tournaments during the spring, summer and fall of 2008. All umpires must be at least 13 years old. For info, call (636) 240-7284.
* The Greater St. Louis Association of Umpires is now accepting applications for the 2008 season. We offer a certified training program and excellent pay. If you are interested in officiating high school baseball, now is the time to act. For info, call (314) 288-5686.
* An 11U (5/1/ 97 - 4/30/98) select baseball team is looking for players for the Fall of 2008 and Spring of 2009. Our goal is to develop a solid competitive baseball team within a fun, challenging, and rewarding environment. Looking for dedicated parents and motivated players. For more information call 314-210-3330.
* Tryouts are being held in the 13-15-year-old and 12U age groups for Team USA to play in the World Baseball Championships in Japan in July 2009. For more information call Brian at 636-346-5196.
* Coast to Coast Baseball would like to invite local players (ages 10-18) to one our upcoming tryout events. At the tryouts, players will be evaluated on thier skills in four areas; hitting, fielding, arm strength and speed. In addition to the tryout, a three-hour hitting camp will be held the same day. Events will be held at Marryville University on Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. For more information on Coast to Coast and to register visit www.coasttocoastathletics.com.
SOFTBALL
* The Greater St. Louis Association of Umpires is now accepting applications for the 2008 season. We offer a certified training program and excellent pay. If you are interested in officiating high school softball, now is the time to act. For info, call (314) 288-5686.
* Anyone interested in officiating fast pitch or slow pitch softball, youth or adult, contact (314) 772-8077 for info about clinics and registrations. Experience is not necessary, as training will be provided if needed.
* Balls-n-Strikes is offering private lessons for baseball and softball players for hitting, pitching or fielding. All instructors certified and teach exclusively at Balls-n-Strikes. For info, call (636) 394-2255.
* Ozzie Smith's Sports Academy looking for fast pitch softball instructors. For info, call (314) 503-7921 or (314) 878-8411.
* The St. Louis Marauders are starting a first year 14-and-under team with some players already on the team. Will play a full schedule with training all winter. For more information call Gary Campbell at 314-239-9889.
* The Royal Sports 18U softball team is seeking players for the 2009 season for league and tournaments. Must be dedicated players. For more information call Dale at 314-550-7823 or 636-931-7240.
golf
* The 27th annual Kilo Golf Tournament will take place Monday, Sept. 8 at Greenbriar Hills Country Club in Kirkwood. Golfers will be treated to a championship golf course, breakfast for morning golfers and lunch for all golfers. The evening festivities include a gourmet dinner, live and silent auctions and prizes for each team. All proceeds benefit the Kilo Diabetes and Vascular Research Foundation's laboratories at Washington University School of Medicine and community outreach programs in St. Louis County and St. Louis city. For info, call (314) 434-6500.
* Fans can join their favorite Blues players on Monday, October 6 at Meadowbrook Country Club for the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund Golf Classic. The entire St. Louis Blues team, along with Blues executives, coaches and alumni, will join foursomes to raise money for the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund. Foursomes are available for $2,000, and include two Blues celebrities as the fifth and sixth players. Proceeds from the day will benefit the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund, whose mission is to positively impact programs and services that improve the health and wellness of youth. The trust was created in 1998 to honor former Blues player Doug Wickenheiser, #14, who passed away from a long battle with cancer in early 1999. To purchase a foursome or for sponsorship opportunities, call 314.622.2524 or visit www.stlouisblues.com.
* The fourth annual Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate Golf Tournament will be held on Sept. 16 at Norman K. Probstein/Forest Park Golf Course. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with tee-off at 12:30 p.m. For more information go to www.oblatesusa.org.
* The Caring Solutions Annual Golf Tournament will be Sept. 18 at Norman K. Probstein/Forest Park Golf Course. The four-person scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. Registration is $175 per golfer. Caring Solutions is a nonprofit agency providing neighborhood-based services to children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities in the St. Louis area. For more information got to www.caringsolutions.org or call Tish at 314-229-5233.
* The Susan G. Komen Rally For a Cure four person scramble Golf Tournament on Sept. 12 at Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo. For more information go to www.annbriar.com.
FOOTBALL
* The Parkway North Jr. Vikings are looking for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade players. Players must attend Parkway Northeast Middle School or live in the Parkway North area. For info, visit www.pnjv.com.
* Flag Football at Soccerdome. Referees needed. For info, call (314) 910-7474 or e-mail FlagFootball03@aol.com.
VOLLEYBALL
* The Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring winter volleyball leagues. The entry fee is $175 per team. The fee includes 10 matches, volleyballs, and 1 referee. The top 4 teams in each league will advance to a one-night playoff. All games are played at Brentwood High School in the small gym. Co-ed leagues are available on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. A women's league is also available on Wednesday evenings. Games begin the week of Sept. 7. For info, call (314) 963-8689, or visit www.brentwoodmo.org for a registration form.
BASKETBALL
* A basketball shooting camp will take place for boys and girls going into the 8th grade this fall. For info, e-mail coachnl@yahoo.com or keithirving@att.net.
* The Playing Field offers 2 regulation high school courts with adjustable 10' to 8' rims. Practice time can be purchased in half-hour increments for your team, association or individuals. For info, call (636) 256-0404 or visit www.theplayingfield.biz.
* The STL Stars AAU boys basketball team is holding tryout for the 2008 fall and winter season. The STL Stars compete against very competent league and tournaments. Players must be in the eighth grade, 14U and must be able to travel and compete throughout the season. For more information call Coach Nate at 314-369-2983 or email at aaustlstars@yahho.com
* The St. Bridget's of Kildare Athletic Association CYC Basketball will hold upcoming registrations. Our faith-based recreational basketball program is open to all boys and girls grades 3rd through 8th. The following dates are set: Wednesday, September 10 6:00-8:00pm; Sunday, September 21 8:30am-11:30am; Wednesday, October 15th 6:00-8:00pm all at the St. Bridget's School Cafeteria. The regular registration period for the 2009 basketball season opens September 10th and runs through October 15th. $50 Regular Registration Fee, $80 after October 15th. Call Jim Mattli at 636.393.0212 for more information.
* The St. Louis Game Face Basketball Program is looking for eighth grade girls who play basketball at a high level. We play 10 months out of the year with occasional travel. We are committed to getting our players ready for high school. Call Coach Dan 314-799-4673 for details.
* A fall 3-on-3 basketball league for boys in grades third through eight at John Burroughs from Sept. 7 thru Nov. 2 from 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. The cost is $100 per player. For more information contact Steve Wilcutt at 314-993-4045 (ext. 580) and 314-579-0924.
SOCCER
*Soccer programs are starting the week of September 8th for kids ages 2 - 13. Applications are now being accepted. Please go to www.vettasports.com or visit us at 12320 Old Tesson Rd.
* The St. Louis-based Midwest Fury U11 boys soccer team is looking for 2-3 players for the 2008-2009 season. The team competes in SLYSA, tournaments, and futsal. High-B, Low-A level of play. For info, call (314) 221-3909.
* Goodwill Ambassadors Sports Tours are accepting applications for the 2008 Goodwill Ambassadors International Soccer exchange program to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The program is open to boys ages 12-18 (separate teams by age). Members of this year's team will represent their country, community and the Goodwill Ambassadors teams in soccer tournaments and local competitions in Rio de Janeiro. For info, call (425) 255-8102 and for additional info and player application, visit www.globalgroupsportstours.com.
* The Franciscan Soccer Club of St. Louis is forming teams for children K-4th grade in North County, Southwest County, South City and West Central County. This program includes games and practices with trained coaches who have played the game. There are no tryouts. The program will run in the Winter and Spring and will not interfere with fall CYC programs. For info, call (314) 429-3900 or visit www.franciscansoccer.org.
* The Franciscan Soccer Club of St. Louis is forming a competitive boys team for children 5th-6th Grade in North and West Central County. The team will compete in competitive leagues, Winter (indoor) and Spring (outdoor). For info, (314) 429-3900 or visit www.franciscansoccer.org.
* The Franciscan Soccer Club of St. Louis is forming a competitive boys team for children 7th-8th Grade in North and West Central County. The team will compete in competitive leagues, Winter (indoor) and Spring (outdoor). For info, call (314) 429-3900 or visit www.franciscansoccer.org.
* The Old Time St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame dinner will be held Sept. 19 at the Millenium Hotel in downtown St. Louis. For more information, including the list of 2008 inductees, contact John Schaper, the public relations volunteer for the Catholic Youth Apostlate at 636-240-7726.
* The Scott Gallagher Soccer Club is accepting applications for its fall training prorgams for boys and girls ages 5-12. The program will be conducted at the Anheuser-Busch Center in Fenton and Sportport in Maryland Heights. For more information or applications visit www.stlouissoccerclub.com or call the office at 636-349-3760.
LACROSSE
* West County Lacrosse has fields available for league play or games. For info, call (314) 576-5507.
MISCELLANEOUS
* The Bud Sports League is enrolling co-ed, women's, and men's teams of every skill level for spring volleyball, softball, touch football, soccer, and kickball. Venues include Creve Coeur Park, Tilles Park, and the Westport area. For info, e-mail gatewaysports08@yahoo.com or call (314) 995-1944.
