Local sports announcements

ARCHERY

Sinclair Camps

Sinclair Elementary will have eight sessions of archery camps during the summer. They are from 1-3 p.m. each day. Camps are for rising fourth, fifth and sixth graders. Cost is $45 per week. Each session, though, is only open to 18 campers for safety reasons. Camp dates are July 19-22, July 26-29, Aug. 2-5, Aug. 9-12, Aug. 16-19 and Aug. 23-26. Please contact Jonathan Bukva at bukvajs@pwcs.edu or at (703) 582-7594 to find out more. You can also visit www.pwcs.edu/sinclair.

BASKETBALL

Osbourn camp

Drills & Skills Academy - Boys & Girls July 26 to 30 (rising third-through-ninth graders) from 9 a.m. to noon Cost: FUNdamentals Camp ($100.00 at the door); Drills & Skills Academy $90.00 if you pre-register before July 26th ($100.00 at the door). Sign-up for both: FUNdamentals Camp and Drills & Skills Academy $160.00 (save $20.00). Make checks payable to: OHS Athletic Boosters, More information, contact Mike Dufrene (571) 377-7067 or at mdufrene@manassas.k12.va.us.

Hoop Booth National Team

Seeks Prince William County high school boys' players interested in playing at elite level of AAU. A few spots are open on the 16 and 17 year-old teams. Contact coach Booth at (703) 898-6087 or email hpbooth@aol.com.

Travel Team

A travel team seeks competitive seventh grade girls. It plays throughout Northern Virginia year-round and practices in Manassas. Call coach Burch at (571) 921-0705 to attend a practice.

Prince William Jaguars

A 13U team seeks players for the upcoming AAU season. Players must be in seventh grade or younger than 14 before Sept. 1, 2010. Contact coach Banks (301) 904-9771 if interested.

Prince William Jaguars

A 15U boys basketball team seeks players for the upcoming AAU season. Players must be in ninth grade or younger than 16 before Sept. 1, 2010. Contact coach Robinson (571) 259-9678 or coach Roney (703) 501-5899 if interested.

Virginia Hokies AAU

The organization, located in Manassas, seeks experienced players in third, fourth, fifth and sixth grades who like to play beyond recreation or travel leagues. Call coach Drakeford at 571-338-2202 or email: tyronnedrakeford@yahoo.com

RimRockers Association

The association is recruiting coaches for the 2010-11 season. If interested, please contact them at info@princewilliamrockers.com. You can also contact vice president Sharlene Evans at (703) 926-3863.

CHEERLEADING

Manassas Park practice

Tryouts and practice begin Aug. 2. They are from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Manassas Park High School gym. All students must have a completed VHSL physical. Contact coach Alicia Sowers at alicia.sowers@mpark.net for more information.

CROSS COUNTRY

Forest Park Camp

Camp will be held Aug. 16 to 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Forest Park High School. For more information, go to swansopa@pwcs.edu. Camp is for third to eighth graders. The coaching staff will be made up of Forest Park cross country coach Andy Tramel, Ashland Elementary running club coaches Patty Swanson, Trish Palermo and Janie Langford. Counselors will be made up of Forest Park cross country runners. Cost is $80 before July 1st and $90 after July 1st.

Manassas Park practice

It begins at 6 p.m. on Aug. 2. All students must have a completed VHSL physical. Please bring a water bottle and dress appropriately to run in the heat. Contact coach Curtis Yenyo at curtis.yenyo@mpark.net for more information.

Running Store Camp

Camp will be July 26 to 27 and 29 at Nokesville Park from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $65. Camp is for those entering grades 3-8 in 2010-11 school year. Email Rob.Dulin@TheRunningStoreTeam.com for more information.

FENCING

Manassas Fencing Club

Any adult fencers with previous experience are welcome to join the club from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday nights. Loaner equipment is available. Contact Don at (703) 330-9028 or visit www.ManassasFencing.com. Adult classes and those for other ages are offered by the fencing academy on call at (703) 330-6222. You can also visit www.pwfencingacademy.com.

Northern Virginia Senior Olympics

NVSO will host a fencing event for adults 50 and older Saturday, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. at the Prince William Fencing Academy, 8442 KAO Circle, Manassas, 20110. Registration fee is $10 (plus $10 for each sword event). Advance registration deadline is Sept. 1 and on-line registration is allowed (by 9:30 a.m.). Registration forms are available at senior centers, community centers, senior residences or by calling 703-228-3600, ext. 9996. Also available online at www.nvso.us. For more information, call 703-330-6222.

FIELD HOCKEY

Woodbridge Camp

Woodbridge High School will hold a camp from July 19 to 23 from 9 a.m.to noon. The first 100 campers will be accepted and the deadline to register is July 12. Cost to register is $85. Camp is open to ages 8 to 15. Call (703) 785-9545 or email abweck@gmail.com for more information.

Osbourn Camp

Osbourn High School will host a camp from July 26 to 30. Camp is open to grades 6 through 12 and will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. A general session fee is $150. Field players will need a stick, shin guards, mouth guard, water bottle and soccer-style cleats. Goalies need goalie equipment, water bottle and soccer-style cleats. Email ohsfieldhockey@gmail.com or call (703) 624-7778 to find out more.

High Speed Workout

A workout stressing speed, stick work and conditioning will be at Lake Ridge Middle School's track from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays (July 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, and 29). Cost is $45. Contact Audrey King at (703) 497-1754 to find out more.

FOOTBALL

American Pride Youth Football League

The league is accepting online registrations for the upcoming fall season for tackle football and cheerleading. Registrations may be made at www.APYFL.net. Football begins Aug. 9 with free skills camps offered in July. See the website to find out more.

American Youth Football Clinic

Clinic will be held at the Hylton Boys & Girls Club at 5070 Dale Blvd in Dale City July 19 to 22 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for ages 5 to 15. The cost is free for members and the cost for non-members is $20. For more information, go to www.nvyaa.com.

Greater Manassas Football League

GMFL is holding tackle and cheerleading registrations for the 2010 season at Modell's Sporting Goods in Manassas on Saturday July 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact the league office at 703-368-9776 for further information.

Dale City Sports Club

Club is holding registration for the upcoming fall season for football and cheerleading. It is for ages 5 through 12. Online registration is available at www.dalecitysportsclub.org. Call 703-670-6921 for more.

Hylton Boys and Girls Club

The club is seeking football and cheer coaches for a team ages 5 to 15. Player registration is also open for ages 5 to 15. Contact Tony Keiling at (703) 932-1699 or visit www.nvyaa.com.

Manassas Youth Football League

Currently holding registration for tackle football and cheerleading. Online registration is available at http://www.MYFLSharks.org. In person registration is every Saturday through July from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Joe's on Sudley Road or TD Bank on Liberia Avenue. Call 571-242-9816 or email MYFLSharks@verizon.net for more information.

Manassas Park Youth Football League

League is registering tackle football players and cheerleaders for the 2010 season. Sign up online at www.mpyfl.com or at Glory Days in Manassas from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday. Cost is $125 for players, $95 for cheerleaders. Season begins in August. Call (571) 332-6587 or (703) 853-2550 for more information.

Manassas Park High School

Varsity practice begins Aug. 2. Morning practice is from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Afternoon practice is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Both practices are mandatory. Please arrive at 3 p.m. for the afternoon practice. Freshman football players, consisting of eighth and ninth graders, will practice from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please meet in the Manassas Park Fitness Center on Aug. 2. All students must have a completed VHSL physical. Contact coach David Coccoli at david.coccoli@mpark.net.

Manassas Mutiny

The Manassas Mutiny is now holding registration for the upcoming fall tackle season. Ages 6 to 7 years old Tiny Mite and 8 to 9 Mitey Mite divisions. For more information please contact David Muse at 571-377-8249 or Terry Muse at 703-380-3500 or e-mail mutinyone@netzero.com. The league website is nvyfl-pwm.org.

GOLF

Manassas Park practice

Practice begins Aug. 2. Time and location are to be determined based on course availability. All students must have a completed VHSL physical. Contact coach Gerry Campbell at gerry.campbell@mpark.net for more information.

LACROSSE

Summer camp

This session is for players grades 6 through 10. This camp will fill quickly, register today at www.NovaWestLAX.com/register

MARTIAL ARTS

Martial Arts program

Carteret Mortgage Boys & Girls Club has begun a Martial Arts program for children ages 6-14. There's open enrollment until all spots are filled. Monthly fee is $50 plus a one-time membership fee of $20 to the Carteret Mortgage Boys & Girls Club. Initial start-up fee is $55. Classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club located at 9676 Wellington Road, Manassas. Contact Coach Chris at (703) 365-2582, ext. 233 or e-mail him at cwoodby@bgcgw.org.

Self Defense America

Offering self defense class for teens through adults. This program is based on Combat Hapkido and is 100 percent self defense. Ideal for students, professionals, law enforcement and military. Classes held Tuesday and Thursday evenings (7:30 p.m.) and Saturday (10:30 a.m.) at Gold's Gym, 8260 Shopper's Square Manassas, VA. 20111. See our website selfdefenseva.com for more info.

MISCELLANEOUS

Total Sports Pavilion

Year-round leagues for youth and adults in indoor soccer, roller hockey and field hockey are available. The men's open league is for teenagers and those older. There is a women's over 30 league and coed intermediate league consisting of teenagers and those older. There is also a youth league open to those ages 4 to 17. Email marietsp@aol.com for any questions. Registration hours are between 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

OFFICIATING

Bull Run Association

Bull Run Officials seeking individuals interested in becoming sports officials. Bull Run Officials is a member of the Virginia High School League Association that handles basketball, softball, baseball and football. Levels of competition vary from youth recreation to Group AAA high schools. Assignments are in Prince William, Fairfax, Stafford, Loudoun County as well as other Northern Virginia areas. Experience needed for the higher-level assignments. Association will provide training and testing. Contact Rich Mecke at (703) 753-2349 or Ed Ehrmantraut at (703) 502-9468 or e-mail bullrunrefs@aol.com.

RUNNING

Running/coaching

The Running Store in Gainesville is offering personalized coaching programs for all levels of runners. Programs are available for beginners to marathoners. Personalized training schedules, group workouts and educational materials. For more information, go to www.trsrunningclub.com or contact Mary Davison at mary.davison@therunningstoreteam.com or (703) 975-1605.

Running Club

A community running club is starting in Manassas and is open to all athletes. Contact Marshall Milbrath at mercurii.runners@gmail.com for more information.

SOCCER

Recreational Outdoor Youth League

Northern Virginia Soccer Club is holding registration for boys and girls ages 4 to 18. Games start Sept.11. Register online at www.novasc.org. There will be two in-person registrations on July 24 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Big Joe's Pizza and Subs at 7787 Sudley Road in Manassas and July 25 at Tony's Pizza at 3629 Dumfries Road, Manassas.

Full day camp

The camp is designed for players of all abilities from all clubs who are 5 to 13 years old. All sessions will be conducted by our staff of accomplished players and nationally licensed coaching staff. Camp is July 19 to 23 at Veteran's Park (Tyrell) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $165 per camper and includes a Nike soccer ball, a Nike t-shirt, and pool pass. For more information please contact Aaron Brunner at 703-670-6061 ext. 2 (or) by email at abrunner@pwsi.org.

Premier Select Camp

This camp provides a week of training designed for players of premier, travel and select teams from any club. Participants will be grouped by age and ability with high demands being placed on each other. The camp is July 26 to 30 at Howison Park from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $140 per camper and includes a Nike soccer ball and a Nike t-shirt. For more information please contact Aaron Brunner at 703-670-6061 ext. 2 (or) by email at abrunner@pwsi.org.

Half day camp

This camp provides a fun and challenging learning environment for boys and girls age 7 to 14. This camp is designed for players of the recreational, advanced recreational, and challenge league levels. All players who register for the camp will receive one free ticket to a D.C. United game (game to be determined). The camp is Aug. 23 to 27 at Howison Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $115 per camper and includes a Nike soccer ball and a Nike t-shirt. For more information please contact Aaron Brunner at 703-670-6061 ext. 2 (or) by email at abrunner@pwsi.org.

Goalkeeper camp

Under the direction of PWSI's Director of Goalkeepers, Celia Moiser, goalkeepers will be put to the test and educated on the principles, techniques, and tactics of the modern day goalkeeping world. All players who register for the camp will receive one free ticket to a D.C. United game (game to be determined). Space for this camp is limited. The camp is Aug. 23 to 27 at Howison Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $115 per camper and includes a Nike soccer ball and a Nike t-shirt. For more information please contact Aaron Brunner at 703-670-6061 ext. 2 (or) by email at abrunner@pwsi.org.

Striker and finishing camp

Players will be presented game-like scenarios in and around the goal that will create confidence and provide a better understanding of what it take to become a finely tuned finisher. All players who register for this camp will receive one free ticket to a D.C. United game (game to be determined). Space for this camp is limited. The camp is Aug. 23 to 27 at Howison Park from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $115 per camper and includes a Nike soccer ball and a Nike t-shirt. For more information please contact Aaron Brunner at 703-670-6061 ext. 2 (or) by email at abrunner@pwsi.org.

Chip Rohr's Camp

Chip Rohr's Soccer Camp will be held at Linton Hall School. There will be three one-week-long sessions for boys and girls ages 6 to 13 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with extended hours available. Soccer FUNdamentals and indoor and outdoor games are on a shady campus and there are daily swim & popsicle breaks. The camps are July 19 to 23, 23 to 30, Aug 2 to 6. Call 703-368-3000, or www.chiprohrsoccer.com for more information.

Youth Camp

Northern Virginia Royals and Majestics will run a recreational soccer camp for ages 3 to 12. Camp is 9 a.m. to noon from July 19 to 23 at Hellwig Memorial Park. Information can be found on novafc.org or by emailing Marie Schweitzer at marietsp@aol.com.

SOFTBALL

Greater Manassas Baseball League

The league is registering for girls softball players for ages 6 to 18 at www.manassasbaseball.com

Fastpitch Travel Team Tryouts

The Virginia Crusherswill be holding free tryouts for the upcoming 2010 Fall/2011 Spring Season at Hylton High School in Woodbridge. Tryouts for 10U, 12U, 14U 16U and 18U teams will be held Sat. Aug 7. The times are as follows: 10U 10 a.m to noon; 12U noon to 2 p.m.; 16U 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; 18U 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The times for the tryouts on Sat. Aug 14 are: 10U 10 a.m.to noon; 12U noon to 2 p.m.; 14U/16U 2 p.m.to 4 p.m.; 18U 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. There are no boundaries restrictions, all players are welcome to attend. Please visit www.vacrushers.org or call 571-233-0174 for more details. You can also email questions to va.crushers@yahoo.com.

Fire & Ice

Girls interested in trying out for the Fire & Ice 13 and under girls' fastpitch team should contact Debbie Polen at (703) 444-1692 or email jcurry902@hotmail.com.

Gainesville Cannons tryouts

The Gainesville Cannons 14, 12 and 10U travel softball teams will be having open tryouts on July 31. For more info contact Troy Toureau at 301-440-4261 or at ttour8@aol.com. Individual tryouts can also be arranged.

Manassas Blaze 12U tryouts

The 12u Manassas Blaze fastpitch softball team is holding tryouts on Aug. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Byrd Park in Manassas. Please contact Tom Bailey if you need more information. teb2622@comcast.net

Manassas Blaze 10U seeking a coach

The 10u Manassas Blaze Fastpitch softball team is looking for a coach for the fall 2010 season thru the spring 2011 season. The coach has the ability to make the team schedule. If you are interested in taking on this position, please contact Rick Maestas at maestas7@aol.com.

Haymarket Bobcats tryouts

These tryouts for a travel fastpitch program will be held Sunday, Aug. 1 for 10U and 12U teams from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and for 14U and 16U teams from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; on Aug. 7 for 10U and 12U teams from 10 a.m. to noon and for 14U and 16U teams from noon to 2 p.m.. There will also be a tryout Aug. 12 for all age groups from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. All tryouts will be held at Battlefield High School. For more information, contact Mike Bowman at rack.hunter@verizon.net or at 703-928-6662 or Bob Garrigan at bob.garrigan.jw74@statefarm.com or at 703-919-6333.

SWIMMING

Occoquan Swimming (OCCS)

OCCS is a USA Swimming year-round competitive swim team serving the Prince William County area. Programs are available for ages 6 and over, from novice swimmers to national competitors with flexible programs to fit any schedule. Visit www.SwimOCCS.org or contact Aaron Dean (703) 309-3857 or email aaron@swimoccs.org for more information.

Prince William Swim Club

Prince William Swim Club now has open registration for the upcoming 2010-2011 swim season. PWSC "Amberjax" is a year-round competitive swim club for ages 5-18 yrs. Programs offered are for all skill levels including beginner as well as the national level swimmer. PWSC is also offering a new Masters Program, a Learn-To-Swim Program and Prince William County's first Youth Triathalon Team. Please visit http://amberjaxtriathlon.com or email amberjaxtriathlon@gmail.com for more info.

Assessments and placements for all 18 years old and under year round swim programs will be July 20, 22, 27 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Veterans Park Pool or by appointment made through Coach Jamie at Gaskills6@verizon.net. Visit our website at www.pwscamberjax.org

SUMMER CAMPS

Montclair Country Club

Weekly sports and summer fun camps are being held at Montclair Country Club. Tennis, golf, swimming, dodge ball, kick ball, basketball, arts and crafts and t-shirt dying are the activities which children will focus on. Contact Adrian at the tennis pro shop at (703) 670-4262 to find out more.

TRACK & FIELD

Running Store Adult Running Club

There are several opportunities for adult runners. Free group runs every Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. at The Running Store in Gainesville. Professional coaching available for: General Conditioning, Speed Training, 5k/10k Racing, 10-milers/half marathons and marathons. Team membership for adults looking to train and compete in road and trail racing or gain exposure to different techniques and opportunities. Call (703) 753-4470 for more information.

Running Store Youth Track Club

Will hold spring and summer sessions with practices on Tuesday and Thursday at Gainesville Middle School. Beginners welcome. Call (703) 753-4470 or email jason.grant@therunningstoreteam.com to find out more.

VOLLEYBALL

Hylton High School clinic

Hylton High School will be hosting a volleyball clinic open to any girl entering middle school grades six to eight on Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 20. Our focus will be on developing individual skills, so we are only accepting the first 60 registrations by July 28. The cost is $35 per player. For more information and registration, please see our team website http://girls-volleyball.hylton.groupfusion.net or contact head coach Lauren Brundage at brundala@pwcs.edu.

Manassas Park practice

Tryouts for junior varsity and varsity teams are Aug. 2 in the Manassas Park High School gymnasium from 10 a.m. to noon. All students must have a completed VHSL physical. Contact coach Teresa Rayhel at teresa.rayhel@mpark.net to find out more.

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