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Lakota West Basketball Camps and Leagues forming

The Lakota West boys basketball camp will be held at Lakota West High School from June 9-13. Boys entering grades 3-6 will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon and boys entering grades 7-10 will be from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

The Lakota West boys basketball leagues will be held at Lakota Plains Jr. High on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 17- July 17. Boys entering 3rd and 4th grade play from 8:30-10 a.m., 5th and 6th grade from 10 a.m.-noon and 7th and 8th grade from 1:15-3:15 p.m.

You can get a registration form online at westfirebirds.com, pick one up at any Lakota West school or e-mail Coach Scott Mueller at scott.mueller@lakotaonline.com.

Pete Rose Jr. and Sr. to conduct hitting camp

Pete Rose Jr. along with the "Hit King" Pete Rose Sr. will conduct a two day father and son hitting camp from 1 to 5 p.m. April 12-13 at Wall 2 Wall Sports, 846 Reading Road, Mason. During the camp, both father and son will go through a series of 40 drills, breaking down the swing mechanics. The camp staff will consist of former professional players, college and high school coaches.

Registration will be at noon. Camp is for ages 8-14, and cost is $125. For a camp flier or information call (937) 423-3053 or visit the web site at wall2wallsoccer.com.

Greater Cincinnati Boys Basketball Camp organized

All Day Boys Basketball Camp will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7-10 at Sycamore High School, featuring instruction from the best high school head coaches in the Greater Cincinnati Area. Daily activities include fundamental skill instruction, 3 on 3 and 5 on 5 Team Play, games, contests and other fun activities. Each participant receives camp T-shirt, basketball, and 24 hours of expert instruction. Cost of the four-day camp is $120. Registration forms available online at cincyhoop.com or call (513) 932-6672 for a detailed camp brochure. Camp director is Jim Stoll and his email is jastoll@yahoo.com.

Lakota hosting HOF inductions

The Lakota Athletic Department announces the 10th installment to the Lakota Athletic Hall of Fame. This class of Lakota athletic honorees will be inducted at a formal ceremony April 3rd, 2008 at the Wetherington Country Club beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25 with a deadline of March 27th .

For ticket information please call the Lakota District Athletic Office at 644-1197.

Table and/or inductee sponsorships are also available for this memorable event.

Pay fishing lake open at VOA Park

Visit the newest Cincinnati area pay fishing lake and Boathouse retail center located at Voice of America Park, 7850 VOA Park Drive in West Chester Township. These facilities will be open for the 2008 fishing season.

For more information you may contact the Boathouse during regular business hours at (513) 755-4402. You also may obtain information on the MetroParks web site at butlercountymetroparks.org.

Courts 4 Sports now registering for NFL Youth Flag Football

McGee Athletics is excited to bring NFL Flag Football back to area youth. Fall 2007 proved to be great fun for more than 70 players.

Fee is $75 per player; for boys and girls ages 5-15, everyone plays, no exceptions. Registration closes March 28. League cost covers jersey, referee and league fees.

The Spring 2008 league begins April 5 and will run for nine weeks. Non contact fun; your children will enjoy all the benefits of learning the game of football, without making contact with their opponent. Players will learn teamwork, respect and perseverance while having fun. Most games and practices will be held on the field at the Courts4Sports complex.

Lakota East plans Annual Golf Scramble

Lakota East High School is having its 10th Annual Golf Scramble at

Weatherwax Golf Course on May 10. Proceeds for the tournament benefit the Lakota East Golf Program including winter and in-season practice time, summer golf tournaments, uniforms and equipment and a second season for our Varsity "B" Team. The tournament is a scramble format with 4 person teams. Cost is $80 per player, (Price includes 18 holes, range balls, cart, and awards dinner after the event.) Tee times start at approximately 11:45 a.m. with a 30-team limit.

Cincinnati Christian looking for soccer coach

Cincinnati Christian Schools, located in Fairfield, is looking for a girls varsity soccer assistant coach, preferably a female. If interested, contact Matt Coleman at mcoleman@cincinnatichristian.org or by phone (513) 892-8500.

Lakota West All-Stars to host Bengals

The Lakota West All-Stars will be playing selected members of the Cincinnati

Bengals and other local celebrities in a benefit basketball game at 7:30 p.m. April 5 at Lakota West High School. Autographs will be available. Tickets are available at Lakota West High school, Lakota Freshman School and Heritage Elementary. All proceeds will benefit the Lakota West football program. Come out for a great evening of family entertainment and support a great cause. For more information about tickets or sponsoring the event call Kerry at (513) 258-9087.

15U Tri-County Cubs looking for infielder

The 15U Tri-County Cubs play in the National Division of the Southwest Ohio

League. A middle infielder is the spot we're trying to fill, but any interested player regardless of position should contact Tony Michalak at (513) 255-3404, or ajmichalak@aol.com.

LUSC Force soccer team seeks player

LUSC Force, a girls U15 (8/18/92 through 7/31/93) soccer team is looking to add at least one player to our Spring 2008 Roster. We are a Competitive 1 team playing in CUSL. In addition, we will play 3 tournaments (2 local and 1 travel) this year. If interested in trying out, contact Tom Gaffigan at (513) 503-0033 or luscforce@gmail.com.

Lakota United SC Force Girls U15 seeks player

The Lakota United SC Force Girls U15 (birth date prior to 7/31/93) team seeks another player.

The team plays in CUSL Second Division (formerly C1) and is trained by former UD Flyer, Clare Taylor. Call Tom Gaffigan at (513) 503-0033 to arrange a workout.

Golfers wanted

Looking for golfers for Thursday night league at Shaker Run Golf Course; cost is $25 per round, includes golf, cart, range balls. Contact Tim at (513) 779-8520.

Lakota West girls hoops camp

Lakota West High School's Girls Basketball Camp of Champions will be held this summer. FireBird Hoops camp boosts an 8:1 Coach to Camper ratio and competitive levels for all players. Our two separate sessions allow for very competitive groupings of players. Instructional coaching will take place using 26 Baskets to guarantee many repetitions to teach and practice skills.

Campers entering grades 2-6 is June 23-26 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Campers entering grades 7-9 is June 23-26, 12:45 - 4 p.m. For more information visit www.westfirebirds.com

Tennis schedule released for Lindner Family Tennis Center

Tennis players, young and old, will have the opportunity to play on the same courts as the world's best players, taught by USPTA Pro Cathy Thomas. The spring schedule for the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason has been announced:

Saturday Morning Junior Clinics, April 12; Adult Clinics begin April 9 and 12; Adult Round Robin league play begins April 7; Summer Camps to begin June 9; Parent/Child Tournament, May 16-18; Mixed Doubles Tournament, May 23-24; Men's Tournament, June 13-15; Women's Tournament, June 20-22.

To register, contact Cathy Thomas, USPTA at (513) 504-6738 or cthomas6@cinci.rr.com.

The Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Women's Open on Aug. 9-17 and the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters on July 25-Aug. 3. For information or to order tickets, call (513) 651-0303 or access the tournament web site at cincytennis.com.

Lakota West summer league

Firebird Girls Basketball is hosting its 10th scholastic summer league for grades 4 -10. Teams from the communities of Kings, Lakota, Mason, Fairfield, Princeton, Reading & Sycamore registered public and parochial school teams last year. Games will be scheduled Mon., Tues., & Thurs. June 5th - June 28th starting 5pm. All games will be played at Lakota West HS. Registration materials are available by emailing coach Andy Fishman at a.fishman@lakotaonline.com

Kings Athletic Boosters announce Tom Higgins Scholarship

The Kings Athletic Booster Club (KABC) announces the inaugural year of the KABC/Tom Higgins Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is a joint venture between the Kings Athletic Booster Club and the family of Tom Higgins. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize committed athletes and honor the memory of the former principal who was a strong advocate of High School Athletics during his 37 years of being in education. Tom Higgins was the Principal at Kings High School from 2002 until 2005 before he suddenly passed away at the start of the 2005 school year. He was a friend, a sports fan, a leader, an educator and most important a devoted family man.

This scholarship will offer one male and one female athlete $500. Candidates must have participated in athletics all 4 years of high school, must be a graduating senior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be attending a 4 year college or university. Three letters of reference and a one page essay must accompany all applicants. Applications are available at the Kings High School Guidance Office as well as the Kings Athletic Office. All completed applications must be turned into the Kings Athletic Office no later than April 1. For any questions concerning this scholarship call the Athletic Office at (513) 459-2937.

Eagle Soccer Camps are back

Coach McCollum is again offering his camps. They will be held at CHCA and Hope Church. Private team camps can be held at Hope or at a location convenient to your team and families. Contact Coach for more information and brochures about individual and team camp offerings. You may contact the coach at steve@courts4sports.com or (513) 777-3933.

Junior Tennis Tournaments organized

Future Stars Tournaments for boys and girls are held at The Court Yard Sportsplex, 7373 Kingsgate Way, from 6-9 p.m. on various Saturdays for $13 per child. Using a fun "round robin" format, beginners and advanced beginners gain valuable experience in beginning competition. The price includes pizza and winners receive a trophy. Space is limited. The next Future Stars Tournament will be April 5. Pre-registration recommended, stop by or call (513) 777-5530. All children are welcome.

Tourney Star Tournaments offered

These tournaments at The Court Yard, 7373 Kingsgate Way, are designed for boys and girls with some tennis experience, as in the intermediate or high school levels. They are held form 6-9 p.m. Saturdays and the next tournament is scheduled for April 12. Cost is $13 per child and includes pizza and winners receive a prize. Pre-registration recommended, stop by or call (513) 777-5530. All children are welcome.

Wooster hosting soccer camp

Wooster Girls Soccer Camp, a residential girls only camp, held at The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH is accepting registrations for its June 15th-18th and July 6th-9th sessions. Group discounts are available. All information is online at www.woostersoccercamp.com

Northern Cincinnati Basketball Camps at Kings High School

Our summer camps are instructional camps, with the emphasis on learning fundamentals and self-improvement drills. The shooting camp is the only shooting camp in Cincy. Shooting technique, drills, and shooting workouts will be emphasized at our camp. Our camp is staffed completely by adult coaches.

Boys Camp for Grades 4-6 and Grades 7-10: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 23-26, cost is $115.

Girls Camp for Grades 4-6 and Grades 7-10: 8:30 a.m.-noon June 30 –July 3, cost is $75.

Little Dribblers (boys and girls) Grades K-3: 12:30-2:30 p.m. June 30-July 3, cost is $50.

Shooting Camp (boys and girls) Grades 4-7: 8:30-11:30 a.m. July 14-17, cost is $70.

Shooting Camp (boys and girls) Grades 8-12: 12:30-3:30 p.m. July 14-17, cost is $70.

For more information call Jake Grunkemeyer, (513) 398-1844.

Kings Little League Volleyball taking registration

Kings Little League Volleyball for girls and boys in grades 2-6 will be from 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesdays April through May at Sports Express. Cost is $75. Registration information is available at eteamz.com/kingsvolleyball.

Lakota East plans boys basketball summer camps

We are excited about our summer camp plans. Our summer camp will place an emphasis on offensive fundamentals. Summer is the time when your shooting, passing and dribbling skills need to improve. We also will learn offensive and defensive team concepts that are important for success.

Our camp staff will consist of East coaches and players. All 2008 Hawk Basketball Camps are at Lakota East High School.

Session 1: 1-4:30 p.m. June 9-12, Grades 3-6, cost is $90.

Session 2: 1-4:30 p.m. June 16-19, Grades 7-9, cost is $90.

Session 3: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 16-19, Grades 3-6 (competitive), cost is $90.

Session 4: 9 a.m.-noon June 23-25, Grades 5-12, cost is $80.

Session 5: 9 a.m.-noon July 28-30, Grades 5-12, cost is $80.

High School Camp: 1-5 p.m. June 1 and 3-7 p.m. June 5, Grades 10-12, cost is $85. June 13 and other dates to be announced. Visit the website at hawkbball.com.

Sluggers U16 looking for one additional player

The West Chester Sluggers U16 baseball team is looking for one additional player to complete their 2008 roster. The Sluggers will attend several college showcase tournament and compete in the Southwest Ohio League. For more information contact Kevin Hollstegge, (513) 582-4383.

U13 Thunder United girls team seeks players

We are a U13 girls team out of Lebanon looking for 2 highly motivated players to complete our spring roster. We play comp 1-2 of the CUSL league. If you are interested and you were born between 8-1-94 and 7-31-95, contact Lisa Cummins for additional information at lisamcummins@netzero.net or (513) 502-4616.

AAU Girls Basketball seeks players

The Cincinnati Firestorm Girls Basketball program is looking to find a few more players to fill out their rosters for this season. They are looking for girls in grades 4 through high school to play on their competitive teams. For more information contact Coach Chris Watts at (513) 207-4234 or you can email him at Skillsnum33@netscape.net.

Warren County United Soccer Club seeking girls U13 players

The Girls U13 (birth dates between 8/1/94-7/31/95) program has proudly developed and professionally trained players to enjoy tremendous soccer success. The teams have won over 20 National, Regional, and Local Tournaments, the Ohio State Championships, and have been ranked as high as number 1 nationally. We are seeking highly motivated and skilled players for our Spring 2008 season at the Elite, Premier, and Competitive levels. If you have what it takes to have fun while competing at high levels, contact Karen Moses at jamkam1@aol.com.

Nike Tennis Camp moves to new location

After seven successful years at Miami University, Nike Tennis Camp will be moving to Ohio University in Athens. The Nike Tennis Camp will run for four weeks for the summer 2008: June 15-20, June 21-26, July 13-18, and July 19-24.

Nike Tennis Camp Ohio University will offer both overnight and extended day programs for all ability levels, boys and girls, ages 9-18. The June 15 week will also include a special tournament training program focusing on strategy and match-play situations.

For more information contact Steve Contardi at (513) 489-9700 or stevec@tp1.com.

Great Miami Valley Y registering Adult Coed Flag Football

The Great Miami Valley YMCA Association is taking registrations until March 30 for its Spring Adult Coed Flag Football League. The league runs from April 5 to May 24 with all games from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Teams will play six weeks of regular season play and two weeks of tournament play. The cost of the league is $350 for teams or $45 for individuals. The roster consists of 12 players with 8 players (5 male and 3 females) on the field at a time. League is limited to 12 teams, so sign up now. One team member must be a Great Miami Valley YMCA member. For information, call Chris Lindeman at (513) 829-3091, Kirk Willig at 892-9622, or Chris Moses at 868-9622.

U-13 West Chester Lightning looking to fill roster

The 13-U West Chester Lightning baseball team will be holding tryouts to fill their last roster spot for the upcoming season. The team will compete in the Southwest Ohio League and will play approximately 40 to 45 games next season. Eligible players cannot turn 14 prior to May 1, 2008.

Contact Jack Hunkemoeller at (513) 870-9303 or (513) 383-4132 for more information or to schedule a tryout.

Bustos Ultimates Fastpitch looking for players

The Bustos Ultimates Fastpitch Organization, sponsored by Olympic Champion

Crystl Bustos, is looking for a few players to finalize rosters on the 10U, 12U, 13U, 15U, and 18U teams. Practices are held at the Lakota Freshman building on Tylersville Road. For more information, contact Charles Smith at (513) 617-9452 or email csmith@huff.com, or Tom Wiesman at (513) 200-5379 or email twiesman@cinci.rr.com.

U12 Lakota Chargers announce baseball tryouts

The U12 Lakota Chargers baseball team will be holding tryouts to fill their roster for the upcoming season.

The Chargers will compete in the Southwest Ohio League and play 30 games between April and June. There will be no overnight travel required.

Eligible players cannot turn 13 before May 1, 2008.

Contact Dan Harmon at (513) 518-6512 for more information and to schedule a tryout.

Lakota United Boys U-13 Premier Select soccer seeks players

The Lakota United boys U-13 program is looking for players for the Spring season. We are professionally trained and coached. Eligible players have birthdates between Aug 1, 1994 and July 31, 1995. Contact Rob Beglin at lakotaunited@hotmail.com for more information.

Cincy Comets 12U looking for players

The Cincy Comets is a new 12U team forming in the Mason area that is looking for 3-4 girls to round out the 2008 roster. If you are looking for your break into the exciting world of travel fastpitch softball, the Cincy Comets is your team. Come join us for a try out at one of our winter workouts. All the dates and times are posted on our web site at cincycometsfastpitch.org. For more information contact coaches@cincycometsfastpitch.org. All positions are welcome.

Cincinnati Thunder 15U select baseball seeks players

The Cincinnati Thunder, a 15U select baseball team playing in the Southwest Ohio League's American Division, is looking for one player to complete their roster for the upcoming 2008 season. The team is especially interested in players with pitching experience, but any player with interest is encouraged to inquire. Contact Mark at (513) 829-3783 for more information.

Lakota United Boys U-13 Premier Select soccer seeks players

The Lakota United boys U-13 program is looking for players for the fall season. The players are professionally trained and coached. Eligible players have birthdates between Aug. 1, 1994 and July 31, 1995. Contact Rob Beglin at lakotaunited@hotmail.com for more information.

U-13 West Chester Lightning looking to fill roster

The 13-U West Chester Lightning baseball team will be holding tryouts to fill their last roster spot for the upcoming season. The team will compete in the Southwest Ohio League and will play approximately 40 to 45 games next season. Eligible players cannot turn 14 prior to May 1, 2008. Contact Jack Hunkemoeller at (513) 870-9303 or (513) 383-4132 for more information or to schedule a tryout.

Armco Park Adult Softball accepting registrations

Armco Park Summer Adult Softball Program is now accepting league registrations. Men's league will be Monday through Thursday and Coed on Friday evenings. For more information call Don at the Softball Office at (513) 727-3989. The Park's first tournament is scheduled for March 29. League play begins April 7.

Spirit Warriors Select Basketball seeks players

The Spirit Warriors is a select boys basketball program which is looking for boys currently in 6th grade through 11th grade for spring basketball teams. These teams will play on Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 27 through June 5. The Spirit league lasts for 20 games. The games will be played at McGee's Courts4Sports in Mason and at The Sharonville Rec Center. The total cost is $275. The Spirit Warriors teams are coached by Ted Creamer. Call Coach Creamer at (513) 875-3859.

LUSC GU12 Premier seeks goalkeeper

The LUSC GU12 Premier soccer team is searching for a full-time goalkeeper. The LUSC GU12 Premier is the top team for Lakota United Soccer Club in the girls U12 age group which includes girls born between Aug. 1, 1995 and July 31, 1996. The team competes in the CUSL Soccer League. The team is looking for an experienced goalkeeper who would be interested in being the team's primary keeper beginning with the Spring 2008 season. For information, contact Claire Wellington at (513) 313-6906.

Outlaws Football and Cheer Club taking registrations

West Chester Outlaws Football and Cheer Club are now accepting registrations for the 2008 season. For further information contact Anthony Edwards at (513) 844-6979.

USSSA announces first 8U select baseball league

USSSA is proud to announce the first and only 8U select baseball league in Cincinnati. Although this will be the 3rd year for the league. This year we have added a player pitch division. Now, teams will be able to choose between coach or player pitch. League will be played at Rumpke Park in Harrison, Ohio. All games will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday nights. We will have some of the best teams in the Greater Cincinnati area. Eligible players may not turn 9 before May 1, 2008. There is only a limited number of spots available. This league will fill up fast, so do not wait. For more information, call or email me. If your child is interested in participating, contact Rodney at (513) 259-7253 or Redstockingsbaseball@cinci.rr.com.

Lakota United Girls Team seeks players

We are looking for girls who love the game of soccer and want to play. We are a great group of girls who train hard and play even harder. We offer awesome training. If you are between the age group of U16-U18 with a birthday of Aug. 1, 1989 to July 31, 1992 and would like to play select soccer, we want to talk to you. Contact Lily at (513) 907-6019 or lilysofwc@cinci.rr.com for tryout information.

Thunder Girls U11 soccer looking for players

The Thunder United Girls U11 soccer team is looking for players born between August 1, 1996 and July 31, 1997. For more information contact Alan Keane at akeane01@harris.com.

Cincinnati Riverbats U16 Team plans tryouts

The 2008 Cincinnati Riverbats U16 Team is having tryouts. For information and location call Jim Shaw at (513) 870-0002 or jshaw11@aol.com.

Youth baseball umpires needed

The Fairfield Youth Baseball Association is in need of umpires for the upcoming 2008 season. Umpires are need for the following leagues: boys ages 9-12, girls slow pitch ages 9 and 10 and girls fast pitch ages 10-16. These are paid positions. Experience is not necessary, but knowledge of baseball rules is needed. For more information, call Bill Jarvis at (513) 907-2841 or e-mail fybaumpire@aol.com.

U10 Knights seek players

The Knights U10 select baseball team is seeking players who are dedicated and willing to learn at a more competitive level. The team will play a 25- to 30-game schedule in the GCSLB (AAU). Players cannot turn 11 years old before April 30, 2008. For information, call Jeff Forsthoffer at (513) 737-5797.

U8 Cincy Riverbats seek more players

The U8 Cincinnati Riverbats are seeking above average skilled players to complete its 2008 roster. The team will be participating in the USSSA Up and Coming Stars League. Eligible players cannot turn 9 years old before May 1, 2008. For more information or to schedule a private tryout, call Rodney Ledford at (513) 259-7253 or e-mail Redlegsbaseball@cinci.rr.com.

U13 Red Stockings seek players

The U13 Cincy Red Stockings are seeking above average, skilled players to complete its 2008 roster. The team will be participating in the GCSBL and numerous tournaments, playing against the highest level of competition.

The team is looking for dedicated players to join its championship squad. Eligible players cannot turn 14 years old before May 1, 2008.

For more information or to schedule a private try-out, call Rodney Ledford at (513) 259-7253 or Jason Schatzel at (513) 680-1288, or e-mail Red legsbaseball@cinci.rr.com.

United U11 Blue team adding players

The Warren County United U11 boys Blue team is looking to add more players to its roster. The team currently is playing in the premier bracket of CUSL and are defending champions. The team will be playing in the Buckeye/CUSL League in the spring. For information, call Coach Jeff Neu at (513) 336-6345 or e-mail Jneu233@aol.com.

U11 Cincy Inferno looking for player

The U11 Cincinnati Inferno team will play in the SWOL (AABC) select baseball league and will play a 35-game schedule. The team seeks a player who cannot turn 12 before May 1, 2008. For more information, call Dave Robbins at (513) 300-6599, visit baseballacademy.net, or call toll-free (866) MBA-HITS (622-4487).

Coaches needed at Kings High School

Kings High School has a vacancy for the positions of girls' varsity soccer coach. Applicants should submit a letter of application to the Kings Athletic Department in c/o Matthew Koenig, Director of Athletics, 5500 Columbia Road, Kings Mills, OH 45034.

U13 soccer team seeks goalkeeper

The LUSC Hurricanes girls' U13 Premier soccer team is searching for a full-time goalkeeper. The Hurricanes are the top team for the U13 girls' age group— born between August 1, 1994, and July 31, 1995 — at Lakota United Soccer Club and currently compete in Buckeye Premier Soccer League.

The team is looking for a player who has a strong interest in trying out as the primary keeper for the winter 2007 and spring 2008 seasons.

For more information, call Steve Nguyen at (513) 942-6181.

Lakota Barons seek players

The Lakota Barons, a U17 baseball team playing in Southwest Ohio League, currently is looking for players to fill its rooster for the 2008 baseball season.

For more information, call Dave Bittinger at (513) 856-8961 or e-mail dave bittinger@fuse.net, or visit the team's web site at leaguelineup.com/lakotabarons.

U8 Red Stockings seek players

The U8 Cincinnati Red Stockings are seeking above average, skilled players to complete its 2008 roster. The team will be participating in the USSSA Up and Coming Stars league. Eligible players cannot turn 9 years old before May 1, 2008. For information or to schedule a private tryout, call Rodney Ledford at (513) 259-7253 or e-mail RedStockingsbaseball@cinci.rr.com.

MYO sponsorship opportunities

The Mason Youth Organization is looking for sponsors for the 2008 baseball/softball season. MYO sponsorship is a great opportunity for companies and local organizations to show their support for the youth of Mason and Deerfield Twp.

The cost to sponsor a team is $200. The company name and logo will be printed on the front of player shirts. The company also will receive a team picture plaque at the end of the year thanking them for their support.

MYO also will display the company's name and provide a link to the company's Web site on the MYO Web site. MYO will distribute coupon sheets or flyers, if supplied in advance by the comapny, about your business to MYO families at the beginning of the season.

If your company is interested in sponsoring an MYO team, visit masonyouth.org and complete the online sponsor registration form.

For more information, e-mail Jeff Colton, MYO sponsor coordinator, at sponsor@masonyouth.org.

TPC River's Bend to host Junior PGA Championship

The PGA of America has announced that the 33rd Junior PGA Championship will be contested Aug. 13-16 at the PGA TOUR's TPC River's Bend in Maineville.

Chris Wood, PGA Professional, General Manager and Director of Golf at TPC River's Bend, expressed his eagerness to bring the PGA Junior Championship to the Greater Cincinnati area. "Our club wants to host the biggest and best," he said. "Anytime a club and its members are able to host an event like this, it is nothing short of great."

Established in 1976, The Junior PGA Championship has traditionally produced unforgettable golf performances, bringing together the best junior golfers from around the country to compete for the Jack Nicklaus Trophy in the boys' division and the Patty Berg Trophy in the girls' division. For more information on the host site, visit tpcriversbend.com.

Coaches needed for additional AAU Basketball Teams

XBA AAU Basketball is expanding its spring teams. XBA is now accepting applications for AAU coaches to coach expansion teams for spring season. Contact Darroll Alexander at the XBA offices to apply and interview. Call (513) 829-0894. All coaches must have experience in coaching basketball.