AGAWAM

Pioneer Valley Soccer tryouts will be held June 27 and June 28 for U11-U14 divisions. All tryouts will be held at Robinson Pool fields. All age groups are the age the player will be in the fall, not the player's present age.

All players are strongly encouraged to pre-register prior to tryout day.

All players must attend one of the tryouts posted. Coaches strongly encourage players to be at both tryouts. Any player that does not attend one of the two tryouts will not be allowed on a roster next season. Exceptions will be made only for injuries or a serious family obligation. Any player that cannot make tryouts for one of those reasons must submit a letter/email to Bill Scherpa or Brian Regnier to be waived from tryouts.

Tryout schedule is as follows:

Boys and Girls U11

Saturday, June 27: U11-U14 - 1-2:30 p.m., Boys and Girls U14; 2:30-4 p.m., Boys and Girls U13; 4-5:30 p.m., Boys and Girls U12; 5:30-7 p.m., Boys and Girls U11.

Please make sure you are attending the correct tryout.

If you need clarification, visit agawamsoccer.org.

The Agawam High School Baseball Booster Club will hold its last meeting of the season on Monday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Agawam Public Library. Elections of officers for next year will be held. Parents of incoming freshmen are encouraged to attend.

Agawam Parks and Recreation will hold a Co-ed Youth Basketball camp this summer.

The summer camp will run from Monday, June 29 through Thursday, July 2 for children ages 6-10 (8:30 to 11 a.m.) and 11-14 (12 to 2:30 p.m.) at the Junior High gymnasium.

The cost is $50.

The summer league will run on Tuesdays from July 7-11. Ages 8-10 are at 6 p.m. and ages 11-14 are at 7 p.m. at the Agawam High School outdoor courts.

The cost is $20.

New in 2008, instructors from Theory Skate Shop will be back again in 2009 to instruct skateboarders at the Shea Field Skatepark.

Practice skills with games and drills on the grinding rails, launch ramps, boxes and more.

Bring your own skateboard, helmet (required) and drinks.

Participants will be divided into groups by age and ability level.

The first session is from July 13-16 and is limited to 30 people. The second session is from Aug. 10-13 and is limited to 30 people.

The sessions will run between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. for children ages 7 and older.

The cost is $60.

This new volleyball camp is for boys and girls currently in grades 5-8.

The camp will be run by Agawam girls and boys varsity coach Pat Demers.

The camp will focus on the fundamental skills, tactics, rules and strategies.

Participants will need to wear sneakers and bring their lunch daily.

The camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 27 through Thursday, July 30 at the high school.

The cost is $100.

School is out and the West Springfield Fish & Game Club, 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills, invites all Agawam youths to "Agawam Youth Fishing Day" on Sunday, June 28 from 7 a.m. until noon.

The club is open to any Agawam resident that wishes to bring their children or grandchildren fishing at the well-stocked pond. Fishing begins at 7 a.m.; bait will be available at the clubhouse. No fishing license is required, just bring your poles.

This is the second year the Fish & Game Club has offered youth fishing day and with a good turnout, hopes to make it an annual event.

Food and beverages will be available.

AMHERST

Amherst College will host nine overnight youth tennis sessions throughout the summer.

The sessions are: June 28-July 3, July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24, July 26-31, Aug. 2-7 or Aug. 9-14.

For more information, contact Matt Kurlander at 800-645-3226 or Mike Gardner at 978-369-4569 or go online to ussportscamps.com.

Amherst College will host two youth soccer clinic sessions.

The sessions run from June 22-25 and July 14-17.

For more information, contact Justin Serpone at 413-542-2956 or send an e-mail to jserpone@amherst.edu.

Amherst College will host an overnight Contact Football Camp June 27-July 1.

For more information, contact Edward J. Mills at 413-542-8197, Mike Desurville at 800-645-3226 or go online to ussportscamps.com.

Amherst College will host an overnight girls lacrosse camp from June 29-July 2.

For more information, contact Carol Knerr at 413-522-8376 or e-mail her at crknerr@amherst.edu or call Charley Biggs at 205-418-9970 or go online to laxcamps.com.

Amherst College will host two boys day camp basketball clinics.

The first will run from June 29-July 3, while the second will be from July 13-17.

For more information, contact David Hixon at 413-542-2069 or 413-549-6080.

Amherst College will host an overnight girls field hockey camp from July 8-11.

For more information, contact Carol Knerr at 413-542-8376 or send an e-mail to crknerr@amherst.edu or call Charley Biggs at 203-418-8870 or go online to fhcamps.com.

Amherst Soccer Academy will hold a week-long soccer camp for boys and girls in grades 1-8 July 20-24.

For more information, contact Kelly Kuss by calling 413-542-2961 or sending an e-mail to kkuss@amherst.edu.

Amherst College will host two girls basketball camps.

The first is a girls overnight camp that runs from July 26-30 and the second is a father/daughter weekend camp from July 31-Aug. 2.

For more information, contact Brent Koonce at 800-645-3226 or Bill McBride at 413-542-7947 or go to ussportscamps.com.

Amherst College will host a high school girls soccer clinic from July 31-Aug. 2.

Contact Kelly Cuss at 413-542-2961 or send an e-mail to kkuss@amherst.edu for more information.

BELCHERTOWN

Belchertown athletics director John Skorupski announces that the Lady Orioles are looking for a girls varsity volleyball coach for this fall.

For more information, contact John at 413-323-9419 ext. 8 or send an e-mail to jskorupski@belchertown.org.

The Belchertown Flag Football “Adult 30+” League if you are interested in playing in this non-contact, co-ed league, we still have a few openings.

Practices and games for the adult league are held on Sundays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The league is about fun, camaraderie and a chance to get some exercise.

No football experience is necessary.

If you would like more information or would like to sign up, please contact League President Tom Barry at 323-4132.

CHICOPEE

Elms College sports camps are licensed for the year 2009.

The college’s mission is to provide positive, quality instruction to all skill levels.

Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals of the game and promoting the athlete’s confidence and enjoyment for the sport.

Included in the sessions will be demonstrations, drills, practice sessions and game competition.

For maximum individual attention, camper enrollment is limited.

Camps include girls basketball, co-ed soccer, girls volleyball, boys basketball, baseball and softball. For more information on each sport go to athletics.elms.edu/information/camps/index.

The weekly rate is $190 for the four-day camps or $70 for the volleyball half-day camps.

Balance and completed Elms College medical form is due two weeks before the camp start date.

Please make checks payable to Elms College and mail to: Elms College Summer Sports Camps, 291 Springfield St., Chicopee, MA 01013.

The Polish Center of Discovery and Learning at Elms College will hold its eighth annual golf scramble fundraiser at the Hampden Country Club, 128 Wilbraham Road, Hampden, on Monday, July 13.

Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m.; lunch will be at 10:45 a.m. and a shotgun start at 12:01 p.m. sharp. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m.

The $125 entry fee per person includes prizes, lunch, use of a golf cart, driving range, use of locker facilities and a steak dinner.

Sponsorships are available and a tee green sponsor is $100.

Proceeds from this event will be used for educational programs and renovations for the new home of the Polish Center at 33 South Street, Chicopee, MA. This historic museum and educational center is a one of a kind in the United States. Stas Radosz, Executive Director at the Polish Center, says that funds raised will allow the Center to display collections of historical artifacts in an appropriately renovated building, and allow us to provide a wide range of concerts, lectures and seminars. Future generations can appreciate the dedication and hard work of Polish people in the United States.

Dr. Joan Marsh, an avid golfer and Chairperson of the Golf Scramble, welcomes your participation in this golf event. Joseph M. Topor, Jr., President of the Board at the Polish Center, invites you to share a day of fun with colleagues and/or network to promote your business.

For more information contact: Ed Dzielenski, Tournament Coordinator, at 413-567-3132. Tax-deductible monetary donations may be made to the Polish Center and sent to: Polish Center at Elms College, 291 Springfield St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Phone: 413-592-0001. E-mail: polishcenter@elms.edu. Visit us at: www.polishcenter.net.

Are you looking to develop and fine tune your skills of shooting, passing and dribbling? If so the Chicopee Parks Department is holding a Girls Summer Basketball Camp.

Learn to enjoy the fundamentals of the sport and how to relate them to everyday game situations.

Campers must bring there own lunch.

Camp conducted by Chicopee High girls varsity basketball coach R. J. Marchewka and Chicopee Comp girls varsity basketball coach Jessica Hambley.

The camp will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 13-16 at the air conditioned new Chicopee Comp gymnasium on Montgomery Street.

The camp is for girls entering the fourth through ninth grades in fall 2009.

The cost is $60 per resident and $50 for second or more children. The cost is $70 for non-residents.

All campers receive individual and group instruction as well as a camp T-shirt.

Players must bring sneakers, towels and water bottles. Water jugs will also be available.

Registration deadline is Friday, July 10.

Signups and information sheet available at the Chicopee Parks Dept. on Front Street.

Maintain, develop or refine your basketball skills of shooting, passing, and dribbling at this full week camp.

Learn to enjoy the fundamentals of the game and how to relate them to everyday game situations.

Campers are suggested to bring their own lunch for break at noon until 12:30 p.m.

Camp conducted by: Chicopee Comp boys varsity coach Dan Franczek and Chicopee High boys varsity coach Craig Smith.

The camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20-24 at the air conditioned gymnasium at Chicopee Comp on Montgomery Street.

The camp is for boys grades 4-9 in the fall of 2009.

The fee is $85 per resident or $79 for second or more children. Non-resident fee is $95.

Camper receives individual and group instruction, as well as a camp T-shirt.

Players must bring sneakers, towels and water bottles. Water jugs will also be available.

Registration deadline is Friday, July 10.

Signups and information sheet available at the Chicopee Parks Dept. on Front Street.

GRANBY

The Granby Bow and Gun Club is pleased to announce the hosting a Junior Olympic Development Program & Senior Training Program target archery course.

This is a development course designed for new and experienced archers, 11 years of age of older. The course is being taught by two-time Sectional Champion and NAA level II instructor Tom Tenerowicz and NAA level I instructor Craig Reagan. Instruction starts on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 p.m. and will continue for five weeks.

For more information please e-mail westernmassarcheryschool@comcast.net. Places are limited so please do not hesitate to lock in you place for this course.

HAMPDEN

The Polish Center of Discovery and Learning will hold their eighth annual golf scramble at Hampden Country Club Monday, July 13 at noon.

Cost is $125 per person or $500 per foursome which includes greens fees, cart, lunch, and dinner. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. with lunch starting at 10:45 a.m. Golfers will tee off at noon with a shotgun start and prizes will be awarded for hole-in-one.

Golfers should make checks payable to the Polish Center of Discovery and Learning, sent to Edward K. Dzielenski, 14 Fenwood Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106. For more information, call Dzielenski at 567-3132.

HOLYOKE

Holyoke Parks and Recreation will hold a series of summer sports clinics at the Roberts Field Sports Complex and Holyoke High School.

There are programs for basketball (June 29-July 2 and July 13-17), soccer (July 6-10), field hockey (July 20-24), volleyball (July 27-31) and tennis (two-week sessions all summer).

The basketball clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day. The cost is $100 for June 29-July 2 and $120 for July 13-17 or $200 for both weeks and is for boys and girls in grades 3-9.

The soccer clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for boys and girls ages 7-15 and the cost is $150.

The field hockey clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The cost is $120 and is for boys and girls in grades 3-9. Equipment rentals are available for $10.

The United States Tennis Association along with the Morneau Tennis Program will be offering a youth tennis program throughout the summer.

Qualified instructors will teach the lessons in groups and the activities will occur in two-week sessions.

For beginners and experienced players ages 6-14.

Tennis rackets are available on request.

The cost is $50 per week for the sessions and they run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

For more information, contact the Holyoke Parks and Recreation Department at 413-322-5620.

This week-long clinic at Holyoke Community College for girls ages 8-16 will review softball skills and drills, with the goal of enhancing the overall softball skill level and confidence of participants.

The clinic runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 22-26.

Time will be spent covering hitting, bunting, pitching, base running and defensive skills. All instruction will be conducted by current and former collegiate softball players and coaches.

HCC’s softball head coach Karl Kapinos will oversee this program.

Non-credit tuition: $100.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

Holyoke Community College will be holding a Cougars Baseball Clinic from July 6-10.

The HCC Cougars baseball clinic is intended as a fun, instructional program for youth 8-15 with emphasis on individual skill development, one-on-one coaching, and learning the importance of working together as a team.

The clinic is for boys and girls ages 8-15 and will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The cost is $125.

Holyoke Community College baseball coach Terry Murphy is the clinic director.

For more information or to register, please call 413-552-2159.

A comprehensive soccer clinic for young athletes will be held at Holyoke Community College for boys and girls ages 6-13 from July 6-10.

Basic and advanced skills will be stressed during a week of fun in a positive environment with plenty of one-on-one instruction.

The clinic runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Groups will be instructed by HCC women’s and men’s soccer head coaches Rob Galazka and Dan Lawrence with women’s assistant coach Abel Durojaiye.

Non-credit tuition: $125.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

Guaranteed soccer development through instruction by highly qualified and experienced coaches from both HCC’s 2008 nationally fourth-ranked women’s program, and Holyoke Community Colleges 2008 state champion men’s program July 13-17.

Both boys and girls ages 14-17 will develop skills and knowledge through participation in small groups with other players of similar ages and abilities.

The clinic runs from 5 to 8 p.m.

Groups will be instructed by HCC women’s and men’s soccer head coaches Rob Galazka and Dan Lawrence with women’s assistant coach Abel Durojaiye.

Non-credit tuition: $125.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

The focus of this fun-filled, challenging program is to develop the individual player’s skill through education, discipline and hard work, regardless of ability level.

Emphasis will be placed on developing skills and basketball knowledge, while building confidence and accelerating quality of play.

The clinic is for ages 8-15 and runs from July 20-24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Students will be placed in very small groups with other players of similar ability and experience.

This clinic will be run by Holyoke Community College men’s basketball head coach Chris Montemayor.

Non-credit tuition: $125.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

The primary focus of this clinic is to run skills and drills with as much time devoted to the individual as possible.

The volleyball clinic is for ages 10-14 (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) and 15-18 (1 to 4 p.m.) Aug. 3-7.

All fazes of the sport will be reviewed: passing, bumping, setting, team strategy, team play, etc. Different offensive and defensive strategies will also be covered, along with tactics and movements.

A portion of the clinic will be devoted to teaching all participants the high school rules and regulations by certified volleyball officials.

Non-credit tuition: $125.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

Sign up for one, two or all three of these one-day clinics to improve your game, run by Holyoke Community College women’s basketball head coach Al Wolejko.

The clinic runs from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 12-14 and is for girls ages 10-17.

Aug. 12: Shooter’s Academy – Learn the basics fundamentals needed in order to become a consistent shooter. For all levels beginner to advanced.

Aug. 13: Post Player’s College – Become a better inside player. All aspects of offensive and defensive post play will be covered.

Aug. 14: Point Guard University – This clinic will cover guard play, passing, ball handling, shooting and team play.

Non-credit tuition for each clinic is $35 or $90 for all three.

For registration information call 413-552-2159.

The American Legion Post 351 will sponsor the 29th Annual Catfish Derby in July 2009. The three-day fishing derby is a non-profit event that donates proceeds from the derby to families and organizations of special needs children.

The derby has grown over the years and this year the Catfish Derby Committee is looking for hardworking, honest volunteers for the 2009 Derby. Catfish Derby meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at the American Legion Post 351 in Holyoke at 7 p.m.

As a committee member, volunteers plan and participate in the derby and a T-shirt party in September. Being a committee member is an excellent way to participate in a family fun filled event while donating your time to help the special needs children.

The success of the 2008 derby allowed us to donate to eight individual families of special needs children throughout Western Mass along with a donation to the Jericho House in

You may contact Donald Partyka for additional information at 413-533-7535.

LUDLOW

Young inspiring athletes have the opportunity to participate in one or all of our exciting clinics.

The 2009 lineup consists of track and field session 1 June 22-25, baseball/softball June 29-July 2, soccer July 6-10, basketball July 13-17, Basketball Shooting Clinic July 13-17, cheerleading July 13-17, football July 20-24 and track and field session 2 July 27-30.

The cost for each clinic is $70. All clinics are held on the campus of Ludlow High School and are geared toward the development of the fundamental skills.

For more information and registration forms log on to Lionspridesportsclinics.net or contact Tim Brillo at 413-537-9147. Lions Pride Sports Clinics is a private organization and is not affiliated with the Ludlow Public Schools or the high school athletic department.

The Western Mass Pioneers will host four summer soccer camps with one designed for Premier Players.

The four camps will be held from June 29-July 3, July 13-17, July 27-31 and Aug. 10-14 (Premier Players).

Western Mass Pioneers head coach Leszek Wrona is the director for the camp. He will be assisted by Pioneers assistant coach and Ludlow boys coach Greg Kolodziey, Lady Pioneers and Belchertown girls head coach Chris Mogavero, Pioneers assistant captain Jay Willis and Pioneers assistant captain Federico Molinari. Additional coaches will be added as needed. The staff is subject to change without notice.

The camps will be held at Lusitano Field and will run in two sessions (9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 to 3 p.m.), except for the Aug. 10-14 camp, which will only run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Each camp will consist of instruction in tactics, techniques and psychology.

The three camps in June and July are for ages 7-16. The Premier Camp is for ages 9-18.

The cost is $185 for the full day or $120 for the half-day sessions per camp.

There is a $10 off discount for additional siblings.

The registration deadline for each camp is two weeks prior to the start date.

Make checks payable to: Western Mass Pioneers, P.O. Box 457, Ludlow, MA 01056.

Each camper will receive a Western Mass Pioneers T-shirt and a ticket to a Pioneers or Lady Pioneers game.

All campers must bring proper playing equipment, including cleats, running shoes, shin guards, extra socks, T-shirts, water, etc.

Applications are available online at wmpioneers.com.

For more information, call 413-583-4814 or e-mail gregk@wmpioneers.com.

MONSON

Monson girls basketball head coach Tim Pascale will host the annual Mustang Summer Basketball Clinic July 20-24 and July 27-31.

The clinic is for boys and girls in grades 2-9 (as of June 1, 2009) and will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Granite Valley Middle School. Registration deadline is July 2. Space is limited.

The cost is $130 for one week or $235 for two weeks.

For more information, please call 413-267-4105 or e-mail mpr@monson-ma.gov for more information.

The Monson Parks and Recreation Department is running its annual Mustang Summer Fun camp at Granite Valley Middle School in July and August.

The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 13-17, Aug. 3-7 and Aug. 10-14 and is for boys and girls in grades 2-8 as of June 1, 2009.

The cost is $130 for one week, $235 for two weeks or $335 for all three.

Registration deadline is July 2.

In order for the staff to order all fruit drinks, T-shirts and awards, registrations must be made on or before the deadline. Late registrants will be taken, but the participants will not be guaranteed the proper T-shirt, fruit drink or awards. Three weeks are needed to order supplies.

A $50 non-refundable deposit to the Town of Monson must accompany the application. Please mail to: Monson Parks and Recreation, 110 Main St., Monson, MA 01507.

Balance is due the first day of camp.

For more information, please call 413-267-4105.

Five Star Soccer Clinic, now in its ninth year, in conjunction with the Monson Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a clinic for boys and girls beginning on Aug. 3 at Dr. Rogers Field in Monson.

The clinic will run Monday through Friday from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Once again the clinic will be directed by former high school All-American Dan Moriarty and assisted by Monson varsity coach Mike Lund.

Information and forms are available at Monson Parks and Recreation or by calling Dave Braskie at 283-7953.

It is recommended that forms be turned in by July 25.

The sixth annual Mustang Junior Soccer Clinic will take place from Aug. 3-7 at Lower Rogers Field at Flynt Park from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The clinic is open to boys and girls ages 4-9 as of Sept. 1, 2009.

The cost is $65. The registration deadline is Thursday, July 9.

Late registrations will be taken, but may result in not receiving a clinic T-shirt and a camp ball.

Please make your check payable to the Town of Monson and mail it along with your registration to: Monson Parks and Recreation, 110 Main St., Monson, MA 01057.

For more information, please call 413-267-4105.

The Monson Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a trip to Fenway Park to see the Boston Red Sox take on the Kansas City Royals on Thursday, July 9.

The game starts at 7:05 p.m.

The cost is $99 per person and includes ticket, bus transportation and driver’s gratuity.

Bus leaves 110 Main St. in Monson at 3:30 p.m.

Tickets are in the right field box section 89. Seats may be viewed at boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/seating/jsp.

Space is limited to 53 people. Seats will be filled on a first-come/first-serve basis.

Checks should be made payable to Town of Monson.

For more information, please call 413-267-4105.

PALMER

On Monday, June 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Palmer Public Library, Palmer Soccer Association will conduct open registration for the fall soccer season.

Registration is open to all children who reside in Palmer and are age 4 and older.

If you are unable to attend the open registration, but would like to register your child for the fall season, please go to palmersoccer.org or contact Christine Bigelow at 413-283-3284.

Financial assistance is available.

The Palmer Cowboys Youth Football and Cheerleading Organization (PCYFO) will be holding registrations for the 2009 fall season on Wednesday, June 24 at the Palmer Public Library, 1455 North Main St.

Registrations will take place from 6 to 8 p.m.

Football registration fee is $100. Cheerleading registration fee is $65. Limited scholarships and multi-participant discounts are available.

All football players and cheerleaders will be required to participate in fundraising for the organization.

Children entering the third through eighth grade are eligible to participate.

Any football players who were not on the Cowboys roster last season must bring a copy of their birth certificate to hand in at registration.

Anyone with questions may contact Christine Lloyd at 413-668-4396 or Linda Wyzik at 413-267-0218.

Check out the team’s Web site at leaguelineup.com/palmercowboys.

The Palmer Youth Basketball Association will be holding a basketball camp Aug. 3-7.

The camp is for boys and girls in grades 1-12 at Palmer High School starting at 8:30 a.m. each day.

For registration forms, go online to plamerbasketball.org.

Please send registration forms to the attention of Robert Haveles and mail to: Cougar Hoops Camp 2009, c/o PYBA, P.O. Box 6, Thorndike, MA 01079.

Palmer Soccer Association in conjunction with the Western Mass. Pioneers present Western Mass Pioneers Summer Soccer Camp Aug.10-14 in Palmer.

The camp will be run under the direction of Pioneers assistant coach Greg Kolodziey and head coach Leszek Wrona. The camp is staffed by professional players and coaches from the Pioneers and Lady Pioneers. Participants will receive a t-shirt and ticket to a Pioneers game.

The camp is open to children ages 6-16. Cost is $185 for a full day (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and $120 for a half-day (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.).

There are no restrictions regarding residency or team affiliation.

For more information or an application, contact Michelle Sikes at 413-230-9788 or Julie Ferreira at 413-283-8780.

SOUTH HADLEY

The Nike Tennis Camp at Mt. Holyoke College is designed to train ranked juniors (ages 11-18) through an intensive tennis program.

There are three sessions: June 28-July 3, July 5-10 and July 12-17.

It is for those tournament level players who have earned their ranking, and for advanced players who are seeking a USTA ranking.

Each camper will be evaluated on court and placed in an instructional group deemed appropriate by the director and staff.

Mt. Holyoke College offers outstanding tennis facilities, including 12 outdoor and six indoor courts.

Campers stay in campus dorms and enjoy their meals in the dorm dining room.

For more information, call 1-800-645-3226 or go to ussportscamps.com.

The USSC will hold a swim camp over three sessions (June 28-July 3, July 5-10 and July 12-17) at Mt. Holyoke College.

Since 1970, the United States Sports Camps has run one of the premiere swim camps in the country.

The philosophy is to educate competitive swimmers on the proper techniques of each stroke as well as give them knowledge about proper workouts, dry land training, nutrition, mental training and injury prevention.

The camp is open to any competitive swimmers from 9 years old to swimmers entering their senior year of high school.

The staff consists of college and university coaches and swimmers.

For more information, call David Allen at 413-538-2314 or go to ussportscamps.com.

The Mt. Holyoke College Athletics Department will be offering a full-day basketball camp for girls entering grades 2-9.

The camp runs from July 20-24.

The camp will focus on developing solid fundamental basketball skills in regard to individual and team concepts.

A winning attitude and a positive approach to the game will be stressed.

The camp will be under the direction of women’s basketball coach Michelle Scecina.

For more information, call 413-538-2850 or send an e-mail to mscecina@mtholyoke.edu.

This training program is designed so that each gymnast, no matter what level, gets the maximum help with all Olympic events.

The camp will be held over two sessions running from July 26 to Aug. 1 and from Aug. 2-8 at Mt. Holyoke College.

The goal is to create a positive, fun and exciting experience that will be remembered for the rest of his or her life.

Activities include classes, open workouts, routine evaluation and instruction, contests and awards, as well as a variety of social and recreational events.

For more information, call 561-743-8550 or go to usgymnasticscamps.com.

Mt. Holyoke College soccer hosts an intercultural soccer camp for girls entering fourth grade (age 10) to high school seniors.

Campers will be divided into small groups based on age and ability.

The camp is a four-day camp from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

Fundamental soccer skills and game tactics will be taught by highly qualified college coaches and players.

In addition, there will be an intercultural activity with campers from Japan after every lunch (i.e. chopstick game, yoga for soccer, origami and name in Japanese).

For more information, call 413-538-2112, send an e-mail to khaneish@mtholyoke.edu or go to mtholyoke.edu/athletics/varsity/soccer/22239.shtml.

SOUTHWICK

The 16th annual American Red Cross/Pioneer Valley Chapter Golf Tournament, sponsored by the law firm of Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley, P.C., will be held on Thursday, June 25, at The Ranch Golf Club in Southwick.

Tournament entry includes cookout lunch and buffet dinner, raffle and live auction, with morning and afternoon shotgun sessions available. Foursomes in the morning tournament are available for a $600 donation, and afternoon foursomes are available at $700.

All proceeds from the tournament are used to assist the victims of local disasters.

For sponsorship information, to donate a door prize or raffle item, or to become a Red Cross volunteer for the tournament, contact Paige Thayer at 413-233-1003.

STURBRIDGE

The Sturbridge Parks and Recreation Summer Recreation Program is an eight-week recreational program for children ages 7-15 at the Cedar Lake Recreation Area.

Activities include: sports, instructional swim, instructional tennis, games, arts and crafts and special field trips and events.

The program runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from June 24-Aug. 13. There will also be a free swim from 1 to 3 p.m. when weather permits.

Children must be 7 as of June 1, 2009.

The cost is $125 for one child or $200 for two or more family members.

Also being offered is extended child care from 8 to 9 a.m. and from 3 to 4 p.m. if 25 or more children sign up for this. The cost is $75.

A late fee of $25 will be accessed after June 24.

In person registrations may take place at the Recreation Office in June on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with evening registrations taking place on Monday, June 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate, a current photo and proof of residency must accompany the application.

No applications will be accepted at the Recreation Area.

Tantasqua Pop Warner is looking for participants between the ages of 5-15 for cheerleading or 7-15 for football.

Registrations will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 20 at American Legion Post 109 on Main Street (Route 20) in Sturbridge.

For more information, log on to tantasquapopwarner.com.

Sturbridge Little League Night at the Worcester Tornadoes will take place on Friday, July 31 at Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field in Worcester.

The game will start at 7:05 p.m.

“Field of Dreams” participants are asked to meet at the third base side gate at 6:35 p.m.

Contact Ed Pechie at vice.president@sturbridgelittleleague.com for tickets.

SUFFIELD

Suffield Little League is offering a baseball camp from July 6-10.

The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Christian Field Complex.

Bryan Brissette, who is the head baseball coach at Suffield Academy.

He is a graduate of and All-Ivy League catcher from Harvard.

This camp will provide a great experience to all that attend.

Pre-registration is required by June 26.

The Suffield Parks and Recreation Department is offering swim lessons for children ages 4 (must be by Jan. 1, 2009) and older.

Children will be tested on first day and placed in appropriate level for their ability.

Lessons will take place rain or shine. In event of rain, instructional lessons will be indoors.

Swimming lessons contingent upon the availability of certified water safety instructors and lifeguards.

Session 2 is July 6-17. Session 3 is July 20-31.

Sessions run in half-hour time periods from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at White’s Pond at Sunrise Park.

The cost is $50 for Session 2 or 3.

Registration deadline is June 29 for Session 2 and July 13 for Session 3.

The Suffield Parks and Recreation Department is offering swim lessons for children ages 3 (must be by May 1, 2009) -5.

Children will be introduced to the water. This is a great class for children to become comfortable in the water. Participant will not be issued a certification card in this program.

Session 2 is July 6-17. Session 3 is July 20-31.

Sessions run in half-hour time periods from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at White’s Pond at Sunrise Park. Lessons held rain or shine.

The cost is $50 for Session 2 or 3.

Registration deadline is June 29 for Session 2 and July 13 for Session 3.

The Bob Cressotti T-ball clinic is for boys and girls ages 4-6 and will introduce the fundamentals of baseball and softball.

Skill stations will be used for hitting, throwing, catching, fielding and baserunning.

Fun games and activities are incorporated during the week of instruction.

Camp will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 20-24 at Bruce Park #1 and Bruce Park #3 rain or shine.

The fee is $50.

Registration deadline is Monday, July 13 or when program is full.

Children ages 5-8 will learn an innovative golf program called S.N.A.G. (Starting New At Golf).

The S.N.A.G. system emphasizes safety and fun sports instruction.

Children will build confidence with learning proper techniques and etiquette.

Equipment provided: oversized plastic club heads, mini tennis balls and golf helmet.

Session 1 is from 9 to 11 a.m. July 13-17 and Session 2 is from July 27-31 behind the field at McAllister School.

The fee is $84 and includes instruction, supervision, T-shirt and merit award.

The registration deadline is Monday, July 6 for Session 1 and Monday, July 20 for Session 2.

WARE

Sports and exercising is good for you, but a sports injury can happen to all types of athletes, treatment on the field and proper emergency care is the key to good outcomes according to Richard Gerstein, Medical Director of the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Services.

Dr. Gerstein joined by Mark Tuttle, Medic and Nurse Manager of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Department will present a program for coaches and parents on Tuesday, June 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m .in the hospital’s Main Conference Room.

The program “One for the Team” will teach proper care of sports injuries and emergencies on the field.

“Being prepared to handle injuries and emergencies on the field is the key to good outcomes. Proper treatment of concussions, heat exhaustion spinal injuries and anaphylaxis and when to seek emergency medial care is important for everyone on and off the field,” said Richard Gerstein, MD.

According to the National Institutes of Health, in the United States, about 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sports, and more than 3.5 million injuries occur each year. Almost one-third of all injuries incurred in childhood are sports-related injuries. By far, the most common injuries are sprains and strains and obviously, some sports are more dangerous than others. However, all types of sports have a potential for injury, whether from the trauma of contact with other players or from overuse or misuse of a body part.

According to Gerstein, “The best method of dealing with pediatric and adolescent sports injuries should begin with prevention; athletes should wear protective gear at all times. If an injury does occur the first thing to do is to prevent further injury or damage. This means you should stop activity, look for the cause of the injury, start immediate treatment and call for emergency medical care when necessary.”

Community members, especially coaches and parents are encouraged to attend this informative seminar, refreshment will be served. Registration is required by calling Baystate Health Link at 967-2488 or 1-800-377-Health.

Ware Youth Soccer will be holding a soccer camp from July 20-24 at Memorial Field.

The camp runs from 5 to 7 p.m.

The cost is $50.

For more information, go to waresoccer.com.

WILBRAHAM

Scantic Valley YMCA will offer a summer t-ball program for children ages 3-5 at their facility located on 45 Post Office Park on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Children will learn catching, throwing, hitting, and base running in a fun, non-competitive environment. For more information or to register for the class, call the facility at 596-2749.

REGIONAL

The Bay State Games West tryout information is as follows:

Baseball: June 20 (7 to 10 a.m.) and June 21 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) at Szot Park in Chicopee.

Lacrosse Girls: June 19 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.) at Westfield State College.

Softball: June 20 (12 to 2 p.m.) and June 21 (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) at South Hadley High School.

Are you ready to rumble?

The increasingly popular sport of women’s field hockey is all about stick magic, including aerial, speed, goalie, scoring, and creative tricks. Local middle and high school girls will have a chance to develop their “right stuff” at a four-day skills camp hosted at Nichols College July 19-22.

The camp is designed to improve each camper’s individual skills and understanding of the game by working with experienced college coaches and players. An emphasis is placed on fundamental skill development through drills on an individual, small group and team basis.

The Camp Director, head field hockey coach Kristan Mallet is entering her fourth year with the Nichols College Bison. She guided Nichols to The Commonwealth Coast Conference title game for the first time in over a decade, and to an appearance in the ECAC semifinals. Mallet has been involved with several summer camps, including the Merestead Field Hockey and Lacrosse Camp at Nichols, and the “Pick-a-Stick” Camp in West Springfield that she co-developed for young athletes interested in both field hockey and lacrosse.

For more information, contact coach Mallet at 508-213-2369 or kdmallet@nichols.edu.