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Volunteer Coaches and Prorgam Staff Welcome.....
Many of our youth programs are dependent upon the participation of volunteers as team coaches and leaders. Anyone interested should complete a Volunteer Service Application. These forms are available at the Recreation and Parks offices, 100 North Greensboro Street and also on this web site.

Facility/Activity Supervisors, Baseball and Softball Umpires and Basketball Officials Needed......Anyone interested should contact the Human Resources Department or Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department for more information.

Spectators Welcome...
Throughout the year, you are invited to visit any sports facility and enjoy the games in progress! Admission is free! It is not only a fun outing, it is also a way to get younger children interested in a sport. For more information on leagues and schedules, call 918-7364.

NOTE: The Adult League Player Contract form must be completed and returned to the Athletic Program Supervisor before you are eligible to participate in any adult league game.

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Upcoming Leagues and Activities
  • Youth Basketball
  • Classes / Instructional Programs

  • Volleyball Class
  • Sunday Series - Baseball Clinics
  • Fishing Clinics

  • Fishing Clinics
  • Parent/Child Classes

  • C.L.A.S.S. Soccer
  • Drop-In Programs

  • Drop-In - Volleyball
  • Special Events

  • NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Football Competition
  • Tournaments

  • Horseshoe Tournament - Fall Classic (Singles)
  • 3v3 Teen Basketball Tournament
  • Tennis Classes and Events

  • Tennis - Adult Beginner
  • Tennis - Adult Intermediate
  • Tennis - Youth Beginner
  • Tennis - Junior Intermediate


  • Hispanic Tennis Carnival
  • Athletic Activities - Currently In Progress

  • Fall Baseball
  • Adult Ultimate Frisbee League
  • Horseshoe Tournament Series
  • Adult Co-Rec Softball League
  • Leagues
    Youth Basketball Registration
    Youth Ages: (Ages as of October 15, 2007)
    4783 Pee Wee League - ages 6-8
    4784 Mite League - ages 9-10
    4785 Midget League - ages 11-12
    4786 Junior League - ages 13-15

    Fee:
    $52 for Orange Co. Residents
    $91 for non-Orange Residents

    Registration Information:
    Registration for Carrboro Residents
    begins Wednesday, September 5th (7:30am-6:30pm) at the Carrboro Century Center

    Registration for Orange County Residents
    begins Thursday, September 6th (7:30am-6:30pm) at the Carrboro Century Center

    Registration for non-Orange County Residents
    begins Monday, September 10th (8:30am) at the Carrboro Century Center.

    Openings are accepted on a first come – first serve basis. Registration forms must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian.

    Season: October (formation of teams) into March (completion of playing season)

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    Classes / Instructional Programs
    Volleyball Class
    4671

    Ages: 10-13

    Fee: $32 per child
    Registration: Currently being accepted
    Dates: Sundays, September 9 - October 14
    Time: 1:00pm-2:15pm

    Catch the craze that is Volleyball! This class is designed to introduce and work on the fundamentals of volleyball. Volunteer instructors guide the participant in understanding the skills of bumping, setting, spiking, and blocking.

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    Sunday Series - Baseball

    Date: Sunday, September 16
    Topic:
    Hitting and Baserunning
    Fee: $15
    4672
    ages 6-8 (time 1pm-2pm)
    4673 ages 9-10 (time 2:15pm-3:15pm)
    4674 ages 11-12 (time 3:30pm-4:30pm)

    Date: Sunday, September 30
    Topic:
    Fielding, Throwing, Base coverage
    Fee: $15
    4675
    ages 6-8 (time 1pm-2pm)
    4676 ages 9-10 (time 2:15pm-3:15pm)
    4677 ages 11-12 (time 3:30pm-4:30pm)

    Registration: Currently being accepted

    Work on those fundamentals! An instructor will guide each player on the aspects of baseball offense and defense. Focus will be developing skills in an effort on becoming a diverse clutch player.

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    Fishing Clinics
    Fishing Clinics

    4938
    Ages: 15 & Under

    Fee: FREE!
    Date: Saturday, October 27
    Time: 9:00am-11:00am

    4939
    Ages: 15 & Under

    Fee: FREE!
    Date: Saturday, November 17
    Time: 9:00am-11:00am

    Instructor: Tom Mills

    Learn about different fishing equipment, techniques, sites and regulations. You may even meet a fishing boddy or two! Supplies furnished. Bring a pole if you have one. Parents are welcome to attend.

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    Parent/Child Classes
    C.L.A.S.S. Soccer
    4669
    Ages: 4-6

    Fee: $47 per child
    Registration: Currently being accepted
    Dates: Saturday, September 8 - October 13
    Time: 9:00am-10:00am

    A class designed to introduce the fundamentals of soccer to the participant and parent. Instructor guides both the child and parent in understanding the skills of passing, dribbling, trapping, and shooting. Parent and child will be encouraged to practice the skills learned at home. Parent participation is a major part of this program.

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    Drop-In Programs
    Volleyball Drop-In
    Begins September 4 and continues through October 18

    At Grey Culbreth Middle School

    Tuesday and Thursday evenings (7:00p.m. until 10:00p.m.)

    Fee: $3 per participant

    The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department Drop-In programs allow participants the opportunity to play in an informal setting and to meet others of similar sporting interest . Groups are welcome to attend. Participants should contact the Recreation and Parks Department (918-7364) for specific scheduling information.

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    Special Events
    NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick Football Competition
    Co-sponsored by Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation and North Carolina Recreation & Parks Association

    Sunday, September 9 - 1:00pm

    Registration: currently being accepted

    Fee: FREE! (Pre-Registration is required)

    Ages: (Age as of December 31, 2007)

    3764 8-9 Male
    3765 8-9 Female
    3766 10-11 Male
    3767 10-11 Female
    3768 12-13 Male
    376912-13 Female
    3770 14-15 Male
    3771 14-15 Female

    The NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick football competition allows youngsters to showcase their talents in punting, passing and placekicking with scores based on distance and accuracy. The top finishers of each age group will advance to a Sectional competition. The top five scores from the pool of sectional champions will advance to the Team Championship held at Bank of America Stadium, Home of the Carolina Panthers.

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    Tournaments
    Fall Classic Horseshoe Tournament
    Fee: $13 per player
    Event date: October 27, 2007
    Location: Anderson Community Park
    Registration: 8:30am-9:30am
    Tournament begins: 10:00am

    The fourth of four-tournament series in which points are accumulated for year-end awards. Trophies will be given for each individual tournament. Interested throwers should contact the Recreation and Parks Department on the format of the series.

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    3v3 Teen Basketball Tournament

    Fee: $20 per team
    Event date: December 15
    Registration:
    4844
    ages 13-15 division
    4784 ages 15-17 division


    Test your basketball skills with buddies! Teams of 3 will compete against one another in pool play format. Winners of each pool will compete in the finals round for community pride.

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    Tennis Classes and Events
    Adult Beginner

    3382

    Ages:16 & Up
    Fee:
    $39 per participant
    Registration: Begins September 5
    Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - September 25 - October 11
    Time: 6:15pm-7:15pm

    Instructor: Ron Rudin

    Learn fundamentally sound tennis based on the methods used by the most advanced players and teachers. Easy to learn progessions bring fast results with regular practice. You will learn an all court game with emphasis on movement, rhythm and being in the moment. Although designed for beginners, you can also benefit if you've had some previous experience. There will be time for individual attention. You can practice with other students after/between classes. Bring a raquet.

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    Adult Intermediate
    4789

    Ages: 18 & Up
    Fee:
    $39 per participant
    Registration: Begins September 5
    Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - October 23 - November 8
    Time: 6:15pm-7:15pm

    Instructor: Ron Rudin

    For tennis players who have developed all of the 'basic' tennis skills. At the least, you are fairly consistent when hitting medium-paced shots and you can play with some placement and variety. With hitting drills and individual instruction, you will learn to use spin, ball control, and team work. Error detection will help smooth out the rough edges. More advanced players are welcome as well. Students can continue to practice together after/between classes.

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    Youth Beginner
    4767

    Ages: 9-15
    Fee:
    $39 per participant
    Registration: Begins September 5
    Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - September 25 - October 11
    Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm

    Instructor: Ron Rudin

    Learn tennis in a fast and fundamentally sound way just like the pros. We'll learn to play so you can practice with friends and family. Discover the feeling, the rhythm, and the improvisational movements of tennis. Competitive games help build confidence and motivation to improve. By cooperating in a group we help each other learn and value the enjoyment of the game. There will be time for some individual attention and you can ask questions. No experience or some experience welcome. Learn new possibilities and swing into action. Bring a racquet.

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    Junior Intermediate

    4768

    Ages: 8-17
    Fee: $39 per participant
    Registration: Begins September 5
    Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - October 23 - November 8
    Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm

    Instructor: Ron Rudin

    To enroll in this class you need to have developed all of the 'basic' skills so you can rally with some consistency. Continue to develop your tennis game by learning to swing like the pros. Learn to hit with variety, spins and with game know-how. Stroke correction will help remove weaknesses and build confidence. Develop the ability to observe your own play and make smart choices for how to improve. We will have practice drills and games that are challenging and will provide tools for practicing on your own. Expect some surprises. Find new playing partners.

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    Hispanic Tennis Carnival

    Co-sponsored with Durham-Orange Community Tennis Association and NC Tennis

    The event will consist of games used to promote tennis in the Hispanic population.

    3881

    Ages: All Ages
    Fee: FREE EVENT!
    Date: Sunday, October 14
    Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
    Location:
    Wilson Park

    FOLLOW UP TENNIS LESSIONS:

    3882

    Ages: All Ages
    Fee: $3/participant
    Date: Sunday, October 21
    Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
    Location:
    Wilson Park

    4894

    Ages: All Ages
    Fee: $3/participant
    Date: Sunday, October 28
    Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
    Location:
    Wilson Park

    3880

    Ages: All Ages
    Fee: $3/participant
    Date: Sunday, November 4
    Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
    Location:
    Wilson Park

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