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New hockey season begins Monday
West Hawaii Hockey is beginning its competitive in-line hockey season Monday at the skating rink at Old Kona Airport Park. The league is open to anyone from 5 years old and up. Beginners can learn to skate on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m. Equipment and registration scholarships are available for new players. Also, family skate night is the first Friday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, contact Tim Rude at 987-8631 or log on to westhawaiihockey.com.

Kawaihae Canoe Club luau Nov. 22
The Kawaihae Canoe Club's 14th annual fundraiser luau Nov. 22 will feature Hawaiian food and local entertainment -- including Samoan fire knife dancing.Attendees are welcome to bring coolers to the event, which is from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Kawaihae small boat harbor.Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children 5 to 10 years of age. For information call 937-4700 or e-mail kawaihaecanoec@yahoo.com.

Camp Honokaia benefit golf tourney Nov. 22
The Golf Tournament for Camp Honokaia will be held Nov. 22 at the Hapuna Prince Golf Course.
The two-person, best ball tournament, which will feature most accurate drive and greenie contests, tees off at 8:30 a.m. The tourney is a benefit for Camp Honokaia, which is located on 238 acres of densely wooded land and consists of nine campsites. Organizers say Camp Honokaia is showing its age and the Boy Scouts need funds to improve its camping facilities to face the growing needs of their scouts.
If you are interested in golfing or being a sponsor contact Billy Rayl at the Boy Scout office at 959-0079.

PIAA seeks football videos to distribute
Pacific Islands Athletic Alliance is seeking videos from high school football players and coaches to distribute at January's 86th annual American Football Coaches Association conference, in Nashville, Tenn.
This will be the fifth year PIAA has attended this event. Last year, PIAA handed out over 4,000 DVDs for over 100 Hawaii and American Samoa athletes to college coaches at all levels from around the country.
The video handout is a free service. The PIAA has also arranged to have DVDs duplicated for $100 for 50 copies. To have a video distributed or duplicated or for more information, contact PIAA at 261-5000 or go to its Web site, http://www.pacificathleticalliance.com

WHEA Golf Tournament scheduled for Nov. 29
The West Hawaii Explorations Academy Golf Tournament will take place at 7 a.m. Nov. 29 at the Kona Country Club's Ocean Course. The registration fee is $100 for individuals and $80 for groups. An awards ceremony follows the tournament. Proceeds will benefit the West Hawaii Explorations Academy's seventh- and eighth-grade trip to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.Tournament directors are seeking hole sponsors.The entry deadline is Nov. 25. To obtain entry forms or more information on the golf tournament, visit http://whea.info/golf.

HI-PAL basketball tourney Dec. 12 in Hilo
The Hawaii Isle Police Activities League will hold its 28th annual Winter Basketball Classic Dec. 26-29 in Hilo.
The tournament will feature three boys age divisions (9-10, 11-12, 13-14) and three girls age divisions (10-and-under, 12-and-under, 14-and-under). The tournament does not have an entry fee, and the registration deadline is Dec. 12. To enter, call East Hawaii HI-PAL officer Joseph Botelho Jr. at 961-2220 or 896-9710, or Randy Morrris at 326-4646, ext. 258.

Hilo youth soccer registration
The Hilo region of the American Youth Soccer Organization is registering players for the spring season.
Players must have been 4-18 on July 31 to be able to play. The season runs from March to June, and games are played at Hilo Bayfront. The fee of $60 includes uniform of shirt, shorts and socks, and players must register before Jan. 15 to be guaranteed a team. Registration forms can be filled out at http://www.eayso.org or picked up at Sports Line, 417 Kalanikoa St. in Hilo. Send signed copies to AYSO Region 274, PO Box 5000, Hilo, HI 96720. For more information, call Chris Ridley 959-5911 or the hotline 959-1972

Orchid Isle Umpires meeting
The Orchid Isle Umpires Association will conduct its monthly general membership meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St. in Hilo.
The OIUA provides baseball and softball umpire officials for the BIIF, AJA, PONY and RBI leagues. Umpires who wish to join or for those aspiring to be umpires, are encouraged to attend.
For more information, call OIUA president Glenn Rodrigues at 959-6543

Piopio Bears Athletic Association
The Piopio Bears Athletic Association is looking for teams interested in entering its annual youth volleyball tournament on Nov. 21-22 at Hilo Armory. Divisions include 10 and under (coed), and under-12 and under-14 for boys and girls. There is no entry fee, and the number of teams is limited.The deadline to enter is Nov. 14. Players who have competed in high school are not eligible. For more information, call Ryan at 987-6638 or leave a message at 895-3775.

Waiakea platinum cards note
Waiakea High School platinum cards are available for distribution and sale. The card distribution for all WHS coaches and parents of athletes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the school gym.
To purchase these cards, contact a Warrior athlete. For info, call 974-4830.

Wreckers baseball registration
The Lincoln Wreckers are taking registration for its 2009 baseball program. Practice will start this month.
Age divisions are (T-ball 4-6, coach pitch 7-8, mustang 9-10 and bronco 11-12 ). The age cutoff will be based on the 2009 League.
For more information, contact Kelly at 964-5118 (evening) for T-ball and coach pitch; Julie at 989-2799 (evening) for mustang and bronco

Flag football league to begin
The 9th East Hawaii Flag Football League will start on Saturday, Oct 18, at the Hilo Bayfront Field. Games will be played Saturday mornings, with the season ending Dec. 20.

EHFFL is looking for referees and three or more new teams as well as individual players for existing teams, a spokesman said.
The EHFFL is open to individuals age 17 and older.
"We play semi-contact, nine-man ineligible (center and guards) format," a spokesman said.

Team "Puna" hopes defend its title this year. Registration fees are $35 per player. EHFFL has many safety rules and is fully officiated and sanctioned by the Metro Competitor Flag Football Union.
There will also be a kids league will be a seven-on-seven format, for ages 10-12 as well as 13-15 year olds.
For more information, call Aaron at 896-8869. Registration forms can be picked up at the Bayside Computer Shop, 108 Kalakaua St., in downtown Hilo.

Hilo Aikane TC plays tonight
The Hilo Aikane Tennis Club will have tennis play today and Oct. 28, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Edith Kanakaole Multipurpose Stadium.

Balls and court reservations are provided, mostly social doubles, club rules, depending on the number of people playing. Members and guests are welcome to play for nominal fees.
For more info, call Les Kodani at 756-4115.

Angels youth teams sign-up
The New Hope Angels T-ball and coach-pitch team is seeking players between the ages of 4-8.
There will be an informational meeting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 at New Hope Hilo Church.
To register, bring a birth certificate and $15 registration fee.
Non-church members are welcome.
For more information, call Jason Estrella at 960-8885

HASA surf season to start
The Hawaii Amateur Surfing Association will begin its Big Island surf contest season on Sunday, Oct. 19 at Honoli'i. Five more events will follow each month.

Skilled surfers, longboarders, shortboarders and bodyboarders of all ages are encouraged to compete, a spokesperson said.
At the end of the season, the top surfers who entered at least four events will earn the chance to compete at the state championships in June on Oahu.
Entry forms for the Oct. 19 contest are due no later than Oct. 15 to avoid higher beach entry fees. Entry forms can be downloaded at BigIslandHASA.com or picked up at Local Style and Big Island Surf in Hilo or Pacific Vibrations and Miller Surf in Kona.

Wahine Warrior soccer tourney
The second annual Wahine Warrior 7-A-Side Challenge will be held Nov. 14-15 at Pai'ea Stadium on the Kamehameha-Hawaii campus.
Because of time and field constraints, only a limited number of high school teams can be accommodated in the 7-on-7 tournament.
For more information, contact coach Charles Heaukulani at 895-0615 or bigislandlaw@earthlink.net.

Kuki'o Blue Water Swim set
The fifth annual Kuki'o Blue Water Swim will be held Oct. 4 at 8 a.m. to benefit Hui Laulima O Kekaha Kai.
The Hui was established to assist the Division of State Parks in managing the natural, cultural and scenic resources of Kekaha Kai State Park in North Kona.

The race consists of a 1.2-mile swim from Kua Bay to Uluweuweu Bay. An awards ceremony with refreshments and entertainment follows the race at Kikaua Point Park.
Limited to the first 250 participants, athletes may register by calling Paola Calciolari at 325-4108 or by visiting http://www.kukio.net. The fee, which includes Patagonia race shirt, swim cap, and brunch, is $50, and keiki under 12 are $20. Those who register online must do so by Oct. 1.
Fins and snorkel are permitted, but participants will not be considered for age-group awards.
Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m.

Wrestling clinic set for Pahoa
There will be a free wrestling and takedown event Oct. 25 at the Pahoa Community Gym.
Sponsored by Pahoa Weed and Seed Project's Youth Empowerment Subcommittee, Pahoa High and Intermediate School, Hawaii County Police Department (HI -PAL) and the County of Hawaii Prosecutor's Office, the clinic is open to all interested persons above the age of 6, regardless of experience.

Wrestlers interested in participating in the afternoon takedown event must have at least one year of high school/folk style experience or are must have completed the wrestling clinic.
Clinicians include Olympian wrestlers Jeffrey Cobb (2004) and Maria Dunn (2008).

Registration for the clinic and takedown will from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Oct. 25, and the clinic will follow from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (9-30 a.m.-noon for female wrestlers). The takedown event will begin at 3:30 p.m.

Participants for both events are required to bring their current medical insurance card, wrestling attire, wrestling shoes or high top shoes, extra change of clothing and water. All wrestlers age 17 and under are required to have parent or legal guardian signature.
For more information, call Pahoa High wrestling coach Joe Duley at 808-965-2150 or 808-966-9974.

Waiakea Pirates Youth Baseball
The Waiakea Pirates Youth Baseball organization is registering baseball players for T-ball (ages 5 and 6) with birthdates May 1, 2002, to April 30, 2004, residing in the Waiakea and Puna districts from Puainako Street to Volcano.
To register, call Dot Ouchi at 959-3008 byT-ballers will start practice in December at the University Heights field and the season will start in February 2009.
Returning players will be mailed registration forms, which must be returned by Oct. 7.

Waiakea looking for coaches
Waiakea High School is seeking coaches for boys basketball, boys and girls tennis, and boys and girls judo.
Applications may be picked up at the school's office. Deadline is Sept. 24.
For more information, call athletic director Tom Correa at 974-4830.

Honokaa Goal Keepers Clinic By Bob Barry
Honokaa November 12-13 go to home.hawaii.rr.com/goalkeeperclinic for more information

Hilo region soccer sign-up set
The Hilo region of AYSO has open registration for the fall season. Players must be 4 to 18 years old on Aug. 1 to be able to play in the fall season; children born between Aug. 1, 1989 and July 31, 2004.
Fall season runs August to November. Games are played at Hilo Bayfront, and a registration fee of $60 includes uniform of shirt, shorts and socks. Some room is available on some teams.
Registration forms can be found at http://www.eayso.org or at Sports Line, 417 Kalanikoa St.
Mail signed copies along with the $60 fee to AYSO Region 274, P.O. Box 5000, Hilo, HI 96720.
For information, call Chris Ridley at 959-5911 or the Hotline at 959-1972.

Women's open hoops league
An organization meeting for a women's open basketball league for ages high school and above will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4, at Andrews Gym.
Any interested teams must send a representative to the meeting.
Eight teams are being sought to play in the league, which will be played at 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays from August through October.
For more information, call Linda Lopez at 990-5484.

Panaewa Alii football sign-up
The Panaewa Alii Football Association is holding registration for the upcoming season. Players must be between the ages of 8 to 15.
Registration packets will available at the Panaewa Park office, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or by calling 961-2817. Completed packets may be returned weekdays beginning with July 24 from 4-6 p.m. at the Panaewa Park pavilion.
Each participant must have a current physical dated in 2008, a copy of their fourth quarter report card, and their original birth certificate. All registration packets must be completed prior to the first day of practice. Practice begins at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1 at Panaewa Park.

Instructional basketball league
The Department of Parks and Recreation at Andrews Gym will hold an organizational meeting for an instructional basketball league for boys and girls ages 6-8. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Andrews Gym.
There will be two divisions -- ages 6-7 and 7-8 -- and both divisions will be limited to 10 teams.
Registration will be taken on a first-come, first-servis basis on the night of the meeting. Interested teams must send a representative to the meeting to obtain league information and to enter.
The league will run Monday through Thursday, Aug. 18-Oct. 16. The age cut-off date is Dec. 31, 2008.
For more information, call Andrews Gym at 959-9047.

Puna youth soccer sign-ups
The Puna region of the American Youth Soccer Organization is holding its last walk-up registration for the fall season Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Shipman Park.

There is room in all age groups for new and returning girls and boys between the ages of 4-18.There will also be a soccer equipment exchange, and participants are asked to bring clean soccer equipment, new or used, to be recycled.
Players also can register for Region 738 online at http://www.eayso.org.
Bring registration copies and payment to the park or mail to AYSO Puna-Region 738, P.O. Box 955, Keaau, HI. 96749.
AYSO is a volunteer organization that stresses good sportsmanship and positive coaching.
Enrollment is open to anyone and everyone gets to play on equally balanced teams.
Practice begins in late August and games run through November.
All coaches and referees are trained volunteers.
There is lots of room for new players and volunteers, but everyone should sign up now so teams can be assigned and waiting lists avoided.
For more information, call 965-6648.

Youth golf program planned
The Big Island Junior Golf Association will be conducting a beginner golf program for children age 12 and under at the Hilo Municipal Golf Course Driving Range, starting Saturday, Aug. 2 at 10 a.m.
There will be a minimum of six group sessions. The sessions will be led by Rodney Acia, Head PGA Golf Professional, and his staff.
All participants are required to join the Big Island Junior Golf Association or be a current member, wear shoes and bring at least one golf club. The annual BIJGA membership fee is $50.
Contact number
Application forms can be obtained at http://www.bijga.org and at the first session. For more information, contact Dwayne Mukai at 895-9310.

St. Joseph sports tryouts set
St. Joseph High School has announced tryout dates for the following fall sports:
* Boys and girls bowling, Monday, 2 p.m. at Hilo Lanes.
* Girls volleyball, Monday through July 31, 3-6 p.m. at St. Joseph Gym.
There will be a mandatory fall parents meeting at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the St. Joseph Lecture Room.
All returning athletes are asked to bring their Parent-Student-Athletes Handbook. All new students will receive their handbooks that night.
All student-athletes must have a current sports physical, and risk assumption forms must be completed and turned in before tryouts.
For more info, athletic director call Rachelle Hanohano at 896-5051 or 935-4936, ext. 229

P&R sports slated in Pahoa
The Pahoa Community Center has some upcoming P&R sports activities. The facility is located behind the Bank of Hawaii, next to the Pahoa pool in Pahoa.
The activities include:
* Vulcan youth baseball clinic: The University of Hawaii at Hilo baseball team will host a free 12 & under baseball clinic from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 15. Participants are asked to bring a baseball bat and glove.
Parents need to fill out registration and release form for the youngster to participate.
* Baseball instruction clinic: The free clinics will be held every Tuesday and Thursday now through December, from 4 to 5 p.m. for ages 10 to 18.
The clinics will be instructed by former UHH baseball player Tyler Curtis. Participants need to bring proper baseball attire, bat and glove.
Parents need to fill out registration and release form for the youngster to participate.
* Youth basketball sign-up: The PCC is currently holding age group boys and girls basketball registration. The age groups are 8-10 and 11-12.
Entry deadline is Aug. 8. Players and coaches are needed.
* Youth volleyball sign-up: The PCC is currently holding age group boys and girls volleyball registration. The age groups are 10 & under, 12 & under, and 14 & under.
Entry deadline is Sept. 1.
Players and coaches are needed.
Contact number
To register for any of the activities, contact Tyler Curtis at 965-2704 or stop by the PCC between noon and 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday.

In the Paint Skills Camp For Post Players
Mayor Mufi Hannemann and former Chaminade Universitycoach Merv Lopes have teamed up to form the inaugural "In the Paint Skills Camp" for boys and girls next month at Manoa Valley District Park Gym.The weekly camp — focusing on post skills — will be open to middle school students grades five to eight and high school students, and also features a coaches clinic.

In addition to Hannemann and Lopes, camp coaches will include University of Hawai'i men's coach Bob Nash, Hawai'i Pacific men's coach Tony Sellitto, Brigham Young-Hawai'i women's coach Wendy Anae, BYUH men's assistant Brandyn Akana, Kamehameha-Hawai'i boys coach Nelson Wong, Punahou boys coach Dan Hale, former Chaminade standout Tony Randolph, plus former high school coaches Kaipo Spencer, Sol Batoon and Rodney Veary.

The high school session will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on July 11, July 18 and July 25. The middle school session will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on July 12 and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on July 19 and July 26.

The coaches clinic will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. on July 11, July 18 and July 25, and coaches will be asked to stay afterward to help with the youth clinic.

Participation will be limited to the first 100 to register by the June 27 deadline. The $30 fee for students includes a shirt, shorts and basketball. The $40 fee for coaches includes a shirt and Baden notebook.

For more information or to obtain a registration form, call Dana Takahara-Dias at 258-9991. The camp is co-sponsored by adidas, Baden Sports, Pagoda Hotel and the City and County of Honolulu

Honokaa is seeking coaches
Honokaa High School is accepting applications for head coaches for cross country and golf.
Applications are available at the Honokaa High main office from 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and the deadline to apply is July 11. For more information, contact the Honokaa athletic department at 775-8800, ext. 237.

Ekolu tennis forming teams
The Ekolu tennis season will run Aug. 2-Nov. 2, with sectionals set for Dec. 5-7 on Oahu.
Ekolu tennis consists of women's doubles, men's doubles, and mixed doubles with combined ratings at 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0 levels.
If you are interested in forming a team, contact Maureen Koehler at 959-5419 or mkoehler@hawaii.rr.com.

Hilo Aikane Tennis Club today
The Hilo Aikane Tennis Club will host play today and July 15 from 7-10 p.m. at Edith Kanaka'ole Multipurpose Stadium. Balls and court reservations are provided, mostly social doubles playing by club rules, depending on the number of people playing. Guests are welcome to play for a fee.
For more information, call Les Kodani at 756-4115.

Lava Cup soccer tournament
The Makule Adult Co-Ed Soccer League is sponsoring its first Lava Cup soccer tournament over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 at Hilo Bayfront.
Divisions include women's open and 30 and over; and men's open, 35 and over and 50 and over, with only four teams per division.
Registration packets can be found at http://www.makulesoccer.com, and the deadline to enter is Aug. 1.
For more information, call tournament director contact Ed Torrison at 987-3215 or e-mail blackfoot@hawaii.rr.com.

Hilo youth soccer sign-ups
The Hilo region of the American Youth Soccer Organization is registering players for the fall season for players between ages of 4-18 as of Aug. 1, 2008.
The season runs from August-November, and games are played at Hilo Bayfront.
The registration fee of $60 includes a uniform of shirt, shorts and socks.
Registration forms can be found at http://www.eayso.org or picked up at Sports Line, 417 Kalanikoa St.
Mail two signed copies along with $60 to to AYSO Region 274, PO Box 5000, Hilo, HI 96720.
For information, call Chris Ridley 959-5911 or the hotline 959-1972.

Pop Warner football sign-ups
The Wailoa Razorbacks Pop Warner Football Association is holding player and cheerleading registration for the upcoming tackle season.
Packets may be picked up at the parking lot next to Mooheau Field today from 4:30-6 p.m. or by calling Tricia Aku (315-0133), Melanie Spain (895-7483) or Mandy Jimenez-Casian (964-1203).
New participants must present a 2008 physical/registration form, original plus two copies of a birth certificate, copy of a medical card, photo and an end-of-year report card with two copies. Returning players are not required to turn in a birth certificate.
The season begins in August and leagues include junior pee wee (8-11), pee wee (9-12) and midget (11-15).

Hawaii government golf event
The Hawaii Government Employees Association will hold a golf fellowship Saturday at Volcano Country Club.
The first tee time available is at 7 a.m., and registration will be taken for the first 48 golfers.
Active members, retirees and associate members are eligible to participate. There will be a $5 optional jackpot and closest-to-the-pin and net score prizes.
For more information, call Darrell Yamamoto at 938-4431.

Panaewa Alii football sign-ups
The Panaewa Alii Football Association is registering for the 2008 tackle football and cheerleading season.
Tackle players must be between the ages of 8 to 15 and cheerleaders between the ages of 5 to 15.
Registration packets will be available the Panaewa Park on Saturday from 9-11 am or by calling 961-2817.
All returning players are encouraged to pick up their packet.
Each participant must have a current physical dated in 2008, a copy of their fourth-quarter report card and their original birth certificate. All registration packets must be completed before the first day of practice.
Anyone interested in assistant coaching is also welcomed.
There will be a mandatory clinic for all coaching staff on July 19. Practice will begin on Aug. 1.

Pahoa High seeking coaches
Pahoa is seeking coaches for girls varsity basketball and girls softball.
Applications are available at the school's main office.
The deadline to apply is July 3.
For more information, call 965-2155.

Kona Marathon registration
The Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs will be held June 29, starting and finishing at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort.
The courses includes marathon, half-marathon, 10 kilometers and 5K.
The marathon course follows the run portion of the Ironman Triathlon and extends into the unique black lava landscape of the Big Island.
Distances are open to runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes.
In support of kids health and wellness, Keauhou Veterinary Hospital has made a donation for cash awards for kids ages 9-19 running in the 5K race.

The age categories are 9-11, 12-14 and 15-19. First- and second-place males and females in each age group will receive cash awards.
To register or for more information, visist http://www.Konamarathon.com or contact race director Sharron Faff at 808-967-8240 or raceinfo@konamarathon.com.

Puna region AYSO registration
The Puna region of the American Youth Soccer Organization is holding registration for fall season Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Shipman Park.
There is room in all age groups for new and returning girls and boys between the ages of 4-18.
Players can also register for Region 738 online at http://www.eayso.org.
Please bring registration copies and payment to the park or mail to AYSO Puna Region 738, P.O. Box 955, Keaau, HI 96749.

UHH women's soccer camp
The University of Hawaii at Hilo will host a wahine summer soccer camp July 23-27 at the UHH multi-purpose field. Camp curriculum includes technique, tactics, dribbling and feinting, goalkeeping, a college night and sports psychology workshops.
Along with UH-Hilo head coach Travis Clarke, camp coaches will include Real California Soccer Club director Jack Craig, Vulcan men's soccer assistant coach C.J. Cooper, UH-Hilo women's assistant coach Jobette Nabarro, former Vulcan women's assistant Alana Cabatu, sports psychologist Haley McEwan and UH-Hilo players.

Players can choose from three camp options. A residential camp, costing $350, is available for players ages 13-18 who wish to live on campus. Players who do not need to live on campus can attend a commuter camp for $275. In addition, there is a $95 day camp for players ages 9-14.

Region volleyball clinic slated

Panaewa Alii gridders, cheer
The Panaewa Alii Football Association is accepting registration for the 2008 flag football and cheerleading season. Boys and girls who are interested must be between the ages of 5 to 16.
There are no weight restrictions for flag football. Registration packets are available at the Panaewa Park office between noon and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or by calling 961-2817.
Practice will begin the first week of March, and games will begin in the middle of April and run to the first week of June.
Each participant must have a current physical a copy of their second-quarter report card and an original birth certificate.
Anyone interested in being an assistant coach is also welcome.

Keaukaha Pop Warner sign-up
The Keaukaha Warriors Football Association is holding registration for the 2008 Pop Warner flag football season. Age brackets are cubs (5-7), bobcats (8-10), wildcats (11-13) and panthers (14-16).
All players must have a 2008 physical.
New players must have an original copy and two copies of a birth certificate; two copies of a second quarter or current report card; and two copies of a medical card.
Forms can be obtained at the Kawananakoa Gym office daily after 1 p.m. or by calling Don Pakele (935-7291 or 960-4203), Kaipua'ala Crabbe (960-2341), Gary Yamada (960-7251) or Calavin Crum (937-2771).
On Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., the association has registration pick up at Hawaiian Village, where practices will begin March 3.
The season will run from April to June.

W-P girls softball sign-ups
Waiakea Pirates Girls Softball is accepting applications for girls ages 10-14. The age-limit requirement is determined by what your age was on Jan. 8, 2008. For example, if you were age 14 on Jan. 2, 2008 and your birth date falls after that date, you are eligible. Likewise if you are age 10 and your birth date is after Jan. 2, 2008, you will be eligible. "We will accept girls turning 10 years of age in 2008 preferably with experience for safety reasons," a spokesperson said. Practices begin at 4 p.m. today at Ainaola Park.
Contact number Registration forms will be available on that date or you may contact Craig Camello at 936-9886 or 959-9498.
"This is an instructional program so we welcome beginners as well as those who have played in the T-ball or Coach Pitch programs," the spokesperson said.

AYSO registration Saturday
The American Youth Soccer Organization will conduct registration for its spring season from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Kailua-Kona Wal-Mart.
For children born between Aug. 1, 1993, and Aug. 1, 2001, the co-ed season runs from March through June. The registration fee is $55, with siblings receiving $5 discounts.
For more information, call the AYSO hotline at 329-2151.

Rugby coach needed -for Kona Koa
Kona Koa Rugby Club, a Hawaii Youth Rugby club, is seeking a head coach, team manager and a practice field for its team that kicks off the season Feb. 9 against Hilo. The team is using a field at Old Kona Airport Park for games but doesn't currently have a practice field.
For more information, call Kevin Perry at 960-4527.

Women's water polo camp in Kailua-Kona
The County of Hawaii, Parks and Recreation, Aquatic Division will hold a women's water polo camp Monday evenings from Jan. 28 to March 31 at the Kona Community Aquatic Center in Kailua-Kona.
The camp runs from 6 to 7:15 p.m.
Prior water polo experience is not required but participants must display confidence in the water.
To register, call Coach Lopaka at 895-8822.

Honokaa High seeks head tennis coaches
Honokaa needs head varsity boys and girls tennis coaches. Applications are available at the high school's main office from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The deadline to apply is Friday. Call 775-8800, ext. 310 for more information

Huala Kona Aerials gymnastics open house Saturday
The Kona Aerials will host an open house, which will double as the kickoff party for the gymnastics team's 18th year of competition, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the squad's new gym at 73-5563 Olowalu St. in the Kaloko Light Industrial Area. Food will be served.lai Academy Golf Classic Monday Hualalai Academy will hold its Hualalai Academy Golf Classic at 10 a.m. Monday at The Club at Hokulia.
A two-person team registration fee of $600 includes green fees, a cart, tee gifts, on-course refreshments, prizes and an awards banquet.
Registration and a continental breakfast begin at 8 a.m., with pretournament contests from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Sponsorships include rounds of golf, special signage and tee gifts from The Club at Hokulia Pro Shop. Proceeds go to Hualalai Academy's financial aid program and classroom resources fund. To register or arrange sponsorship, contact Ann Peterson at 326-9866 or at apeterson@hualalai.org.

Keaukaha volleyball sign-up
The Keaukaha Volleyball Club will hold team registration on Tuesday. Registration times for the following age groups are: Boys 12-16 years old, 3-5 p.m. Boys 16-18 years old, 7-9 p.m.
The club will also have free play, practice and other handouts during these times. Registration will be for the upcoming USVA season. "Our organization supports team work, and family unity," a spokesman said. "All boys between these ages are welcome to participant."
For further information, call Kenneth Rowe at 981-2860, ext. 232 (work) or 217-9016 (home), or Jay Rowe at 935-7574.

Mt. View youth basketball
The Department of Parks & Recreation at Mt. View Gym has practice times available for adults interested in organizing and coaching youth basketball for boys and girls ages 14 & under for the upcoming P&R season.
Also, P&R track meets for youngsters ages 6-14 will be held in February. Adult basketball continues from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday at the gym.
Contact number For more information, call Merle Gornick at 968- 2000.

Local pro offers beginner golf lessons for women
Golf professional Rob Wohlgemuth is offering a five-week series of beginner golf lessons for women at the Kona Country Club beginning Oct. 20. The class is open to all adult females who are interested in the basics of golf. Class meets five consecutive Saturdays from noon until 2 p.m. Cost of instruction is $50.Please call Rob at 937-0130 to enroll.

Hilo Little League Registration Dates and Locations
Hilo Little League Baseball will hold its 2008 season registration, for 9 to 12 year olds only, at the following locations during the months October and November:
* Waiakea-Uka Field on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Kulaimano Field on Sundays, in Pepeekeo, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Kawananakoa Gym in Keaukaha, Oct. 17, Nov. 7 & 14, from 4 to 6 p.m.
* Panaewa Park, Oct. 10 & 17, Nov. 7 & 14, from 4 to 6 p.m.
* University Heights Park, Oct. 17, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
League age determination is May 1, 2007 to April 30, 2008.
The Hilo American League boundaries are from Hakalau Gulch to the north side of Puainako Street and to the east of Kanoelehua Avenue. Inclusive of all areas off of the Saddle Road and Kaumana Drive, Keaukaha and all of Panaewa, east of Kanoelehua Avenue.
The Hilo National League boundaries are from the south side of Puainako St., including areas west of Kanoelehua Avenue, and is inclusive of all areas in Puna to Kalapana Village and Volcano Fairway Estates.
Players will be required to fill out a Little League registration and medical release form, furnish a copy of their birth certificate and three or more copies of documents of residency of parent(s) or legal guardian, showing the physical residential address of the player. Registration fee is $85 plus participation in the league fund raiser in May.For more information, call Hilo Little League President, Bobby Yamada, at 960-8128

40-and-over hoops league registration
Players interested in joining a 40-and-over half-court basketball league may register now.
League play starts Aug. 2 and runs through mid-November, with games taking place at Kekuaokalani Gym.
For more information, call Chuck Corbe at 327-3287

Open enrollment ongoing at West Hawaii Aikido
West Hawaii Aikido now offers an open enrollment period for those interested in learning the martial art of aikido. Classes take place from 6:30-8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Kona Imin Center in Holualoa.
Contact Jo Ma at 989-5253 or visit the Imin Center on class nights to inquire about the martial art that originated in Japan and is marked by using attackers' energy against themselves by using wrist locks and other maneuvers.For more information regarding the cheer program, call Willi at 557-5639.

Applications are available at Sportsline and the UH-Hilo athletic office. For more information, contact Clarke at 805-440-1738 or teclarke@hawaii.edu.

Hilo Aikane Tennis Club play
The Hilo Aikane Tennis Club will hold play on Tuesday and June 24 from 7-10 p.m. at the Edith Kanaka'ole Multipurpose Stadium.
Balls and court reservations are provided, mostly social doubles depending on the number of people playing.
Members and guests are welcome to play.
For more information, call Les Kodani at 756-4115.

Hawaii government golf event
The Hawaii Government Employees Association will hold a golf fellowship on June 21 at Volcano Country Club.
The first tee time available is at 7 a.m., and registration will be taken for the first 48 golfers.
Active members, retirees and associate members are eligible to participate. There will be a $5 optional jackpot and closest-to-the-pin and net score prizes.
For more information, call Darrell Yamamoto at 938-4431.

U.S. Amateur qualifier deadline Wednesday
Entry forms for the sectional qualifier of the 83rd U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship are available at http://www.usga.org/champs/apply.
The 36-hole sectional qualifying round is scheduled for June 14 at Hilo Municipal Golf Course.
The national tournament will be held July 14-19 at Murphy Creek Golf Course in Aurora, Colo.

Entries are open to all male and female amateur golfers who since Jan. 1 have been bona-fide public course players and have not held privileges at any course that does not extend playing privileges to the general public.
Beginning this year, there is a special stipulation in regards to handicaps. All golfers must have a USGA handicap index of 4.4 or less issued from a licensed golf club.
Completed forms, along with a $50, fee must be received by 5 p.m. EDT Wednesday, at the United States Golf Association, P.O. Box 223 Far Hills, N.J. 07931-0223.
Entries will not be accepted locally. It is highly recommended that entries be filed electronically to reduce errors and delays.
Any incomplete or incorrect entries will be returned.
For more information, call Lance Taketa at 987-2971.

Kohala High seeks coaches for 2008-09
Kohala High is seeking girls volleyball, boys soccer and girls soccer coaches for the 2008-09 school year.
All interested parties can pick up an application at the Kohala High main office in Kapaau.
All applications are due by Thursday.

AYSO fall season sign-up set
The Hilo region AYSO has open registration for Fall season. Players must be four to eighteen years old on Aug. 1, 2008 to be able to play in the Fall season; children born between Aug. 1, 1989 and July 31, 2004
Fall season is August to November. Games are played at bayfront. Registration fee of $60 includes uniform of shirt, shorts and socks. Deadline to be assured placement on a team is June 7, 2008.
There are two ways to register. Registration forms can be filled in on website http://www.eayso.org. Print two copies, sign the copies and send the copies to AYSO Region 274, PO Box 5000, Hilo, HI 96720 along with $60.
Registration forms can be picked up at Sports Line, 417 Kalanikoa St., fill in form, sign form and send copies to above address with $60.
The Hilo AYSO Program is looking for volunteers to help with the fields, running programs, refereeing, coaching, and much more.
Contact number
If you are interested in volunteering for this program or need additional information please call Chris Ridley at 959-5911 or the Hotline at 959-1972.

Super Senior Tennis League
East Hawaii District 2008 Super Senior Tennis League captains planning to form a Super Senior doubles tennis team must inform the district Super Senior local league coordinator by Monday, June 9.
Players must be 60 years of age or older in 2008. Current USTA membership is required.
Men or women doubles team will be a combination NTRP 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 or 9.0 with the rating difference between doubles partners not more than 1.0. Team registration will begin on July 1.
Should there be only one team in your gender/flight, local league play will be on Oahu at Central Oahu Regional Park (CORP) Sept. 26-28. Contact number:Contact Carol Ah Yo, district Super Senior local league coordinator, at 959-2316 or email ahyokupono@hotmail.com.

Summer tennis camp ages 8-18
The Hilo Junior Tennis Club and Prince Racquets will hold a summer tennis camp for beginners, intermediate and advanced level children ages 8-18, scheduled June 16-July 18.
The instructor is Big Island tennis coach Randy Kunimoto, assisted by UHH tennis players Aaron Tada, Kevin Tamura, Luiz Gonzaga and Stephen Royalty. The camp will be held at the Halai Tennis Courts at Hilo Intermediate School.
The program runs Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 1-2 p.m. for beginners, 2-3 p.m. for intermediate and 3:45-5:45 p.m. for advanced. The cost for the five-week camp is $200 for the entire beginner program, $300 for the Intermediate and $400 for the advanced. Weekly rates are also available at $50, $75 and $100, respectively.
Applications or more information is available at Hilo Intermediate School (974-4955) or from Randy Kunimoto (640-3923) or Newton Chu (961-0406).

Hilo Little League registration
Hilo American Little League and Hilo National Little League have combined to form the Hilo Little League Juniors and Hilo Little League Seniors. The leagues are conducting their 2008 season registration for 13-14-year-olds (juniors) and 15-16 (seniors).
The deadline is April 30 to turn in registration forms and the $100 player fee.
Players are required to fill out a Little League registration and medical release form, furnish a copy of their birth certificate and three or more copies of documents of residency of parent(s) or legal guardian, showing the physical residential address of the player.
The Hilo Little League Seniors are the returning 2007 Western Regional champions and are aiming to return and defend their title at Ontario, Calif., from July 29-Aug. 5.
Registration forms may be requested by email to HiloLittleLeague@hawaii.rr.com or call Bobby Yamada at 960-8128.
For any questions, call Hilo Little League president Robert M. Yamada II at 960-8128 or email ryamada001@hawaii.rr.com.

Flag football league seeks teams
Teams are being sought to play in the Big Island Bowl flag football league that will conclude with the championship game in mid-July.
The league runs May 19 through July 19 at the Hilo Bayfront Field. For more information, call Ikaika at 990-4672.

Kealakehe looking for varsity baseball coach
Kealakehe High seeks a baseball coach for the spring 2009 season.
Applications are available at the school's attendance office.
Submit a completed application in person, via fax (327-6215) or by ground mail (Dr. Mike A. Hernandez, Director of Athletics, 74-5000 Puohulihuli St., Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740). The deadline is 4 p.m. Aug. 29.
For more information, contact Hernandez at 327-4300, extension 213.

Hawaii Youth Rugby seeks coaches for 2009
Hawaii Youth Rugby needs rugby coaches to help instruct age group teams in the Kona area.
HYR, which has established teams in Waimea and Hilo for the 2009 season, has reserved an Old Kona Airport Park field for practices that begin in January. The season starts in February and runs through the second week of May.
All interested parties should contact Chris Stelfox at 895-7998 or cstelfox@aol.com.

Paauilo Gym sports activities
The Department of Parks & Recreation at Paauilo Gym is offering the following sports programs:
* Youth volleyball for girls and boys: Elementary grades 4-6 and intermediate 7-8.
* Biddy Basketball for girls and boys, age divisions 5-6 and 7-8.
Ongoing registration for both activities runs through Friday, Aug. 29, at the gym.
For more information, call Paauilo Gym at 776-7601.