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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.
Adult Softball and Baseball Umpires Needed...
The Human Resources Department of the Town of Carrboro
is accepting applications for the paid positions of
Adult Softball Umpire and Youth Baseball Umpire:
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
Spring Baseball
Girls Volleyball
Girls Field Hockey
Spring Adult Co-Rec Softball
Classes / Instructional Programs
C.L.A.S.S. Basketball
C.L.A.S.S. Baseball
Fishing Clinics
Drop-In Programs
Drop-In - Volleyball
Summer Instructional Programs
Sport Camps
Special Events
Basketball Challenge
Parent/Child Basketball Shootout
Tournaments
Horseshoe Tournament - Spring Open (Singles)
Tennis Classes
Tennis - Adult Beginner
Tennis - Adult Intermediate
Tennis - Youth Beginner
Tennis - Junior Intermediate
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Athletic Activities - Currently
In Progress
Youth
Basketball
Click on "Schedules"
or "Scores" for specific information
on these programs
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| Leagues |
| Spring
Baseball |
Youth
Ages: (Ages as of October 15, 2007)
4975 Pee Wee League
- ages 6-8
4976 Mite League -
ages 9-10
4977 Minor League
- ages 11-12
4978 Major League
- ages 13-15
Fee:
$52 for Orange Co. Residents
$91 for Non-Orange Co. Residents
Registration Information:
Registration for Carrboro Residents
begins Monday, February 25th
(7:30am-6:30pm) at the Carrboro Century Center.
Registration for Orange County
Residents
begins Tuesday, February 26th
(7:30am-6:30pm) at the Carrboro Century Center.
Registration for Non-Orange
County Residents
begins Monday, March 3rd
(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: Mid-March (formation of teams) into Early June
(completion of playing season - Pee Wee, Mite, and Minor)
Mid-April (formation of teams) into Early June (completion
of playing season - Major League)
Note: Players on Middle School teams can participate
in the Major League propram.
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| Girls
Volleyball |
4972
(Ages 10-13 as of October 15, 2007)
Girls will learn various volleyball skills and fundamentals
through practice and games in a league setting. Teams
will practice on Mondays or Wednesdays with an occasional
Saturday or Sunday set in. Match play will take place
mostly Sunday afternoons.
Registration begins: Monday, January 7th
Season: mid March into early May
Fee:
$52 for Orange Co. Residents
$91 for Non-Orange Co. Residents
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| Girls
Field Hockey |
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3906
Grades: 5th - 8th Graders as of the 2007-2008
School Year
Fee:
$52 for Orange Co. Residents
$91 for Non-Orange Co. Residents
Registration Information:
Registration for Orange County
Residents
begins Monday, January 7th
(8:30am) at the Carrboro Century Center
Registration for Non-Orange
County Residents
begins Monday, January 14th
(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: Teams will be formed in late February or early
March with practices beginning in early March. League
play will begin in late March or early April and continue
through May.
The Girls Field Hockey Program is entering its
13th season so early registration is encouraged.
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| Spring
Adult Co-Rec Softball |
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3926
Fee:
$608 per team
Registration Information:
Registration is accepted on
a first-come, first-serve basis.
begins Monday, February 4th
(8:30am) at the Carrboro Century Center
Season: League play will begin in late March or early
April and will occur on Tuesday and Thursday evenings
at Hank Anderson Community Park. Play will run through
June. Teams will receive 1-2 games per week. The regular-season
will be followed by a double-elimination tournament.
The Department is anticipating an 8-team league
so early registration is encouraged.
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| Classes
/ Instructional Programs |
| C.L.A.S.S.
Basketball |
5004
Ages: 4-6 as of the start of the first class
Fee: $47
Registration: Begins January 7th
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday - March 4th-20th
Time: 6:15pm-7:15pm
A class designed to introduce the fundamentals of basketball
to the participant and parent. Instructor guides both
the child and parent in understanding the skills of passing,
catching, dribbling, 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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| C.L.A.S.S.
Baseball |
5008
Ages: 4-6 as of the start of the first class
Fee: $47
Registration: Begins January 7th
Dates: Saturdays, April 5th - May 10th
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
A class designed to introduce the fundamentals of
baseball to the participant and parent. Instructor guides
both the child and parent in understanding the skills
of throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting. 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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| Fishing
Clinics - Co-Sponsored by Community
Sports News |
| Ages: 15 & Under
4310
Fee: FREE EVENT!
Dates: Saturday, April 12
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Learn about different fishing equipment, techniques,
sites and regulations. You may even meet a fishing buddy
or two! Supplies furnished. Bring a pole if you have
one. Parents welcome.
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| Drop-In
Programs |
| Volleyball
Drop-In |
Begins March
11 and continues through May 22
At Grey Culbreth Middle School
Tuesday and Thursday evenings (7:00pm until 10:00pm)
Fee: $3 per participant
(Ages 15 & Under must be accompanied by an adult)
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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| Summer
Instructional Programs |
| Sport
Camps |
Registration for all
camps begins Monday, January 7th.
Ages as of the start of each camp
All Camps are 1 week in length
CHEERLEADING CAMP
A camp designed to introduce the fundamentals
of cheerleading to the participant. Instructor guides
the participant in understanding the skills of chants,
cheers, and movements.
Ages: 6-9
Dates: June 16-20
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5054
FIELD HOCKEY CAMP
Field Hockey is an exciting and challenging
sport which has become popular in our area. Our camp
offers you the chance to try field hockey for the first
time or improve your skills and keep in shape.
Ages: 10-15
Dates: June 23-27
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5055
TASTE OF SPORTS CAMP
A camp designed to introduce a variety of sports
to the participant, the instructor will teach basic
fundamentals, then players will play the game! This
is a great camp for those who like to play many games,
not just one.
Ages: 6-9
Dates: June 23-27
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5057
SOCCER CAMP
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in
the world and our camp is just what you need to keep
in shape and on top of your game.
Ages: 6-9
Dates: July 7-11
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5056
BASKETBALL CAMP
A camp designed to introduce the fundamentals
of basketball to the participant. Instructor guides
the participant in understanding the skills of shooting,
passing, dribbling, rebounding, and team play.
Ages: 6-8
Dates: July 14-18
Time 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5052
Ages: 9-11
Dates: July 21-25
Time 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5053
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CAMP
Check out one of the hottest sports in the area!
Players will experience how to play ultimate Frisbee.
A combination of throwing catching, and running, This
sport will definitely challenge the mind and body.
Ages: 10-15 yrs
Dates: July 28 - August 1
Time: 8:00am-11:00am
Fee: $85
5058
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| Special
Events |
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Basketball Challenge |
Sunday, February
10th - 1:00pm
Registration: Begins January 7th
Fee: $12 per player (Pre-Registration is required)
4999 9-10
Female
4998 9-10
Male
5000 11-12
Female
5001 11-12
Male
Modeled after our popular parent-child event, each
player will compete against others of similar youth
age in a variety of basketball skill events. This is
a great chance to boast ones individual basketball skills!
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| Parent/Child
Basketball Shootout |
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5005 -ages:7-8
5006 -ages:9-10
5007 -ages:11-12
Fee: $15
per team
Registration: begins
January 7th
Date: Sunday, February
17th
A team consisting of a child and his/her parent/guardian
will compete against other teams (of similar youth age).
Teams will compete in various skills for points. A great
opportunity for a family to compete and have fun with
the sport of basketball.
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| Tournaments |
| Spring
Open Horseshoe Tournament (Singles) |
Fee: $14 per
player
Event Date: March 17th, 2007
Location: Anderson Community Park
Registration: 8:30am-9:30am
Tournament Begins: 10:00am
The first of four-tournament singles series in which
points are accumulated for year-end awards. Trophies
will be given for each individual tournament. Multiple
divisions will be offered. Interested pitchers should
contact the Recreation and Parks Department on the format
of the series. New pitchers are welcomed to attend.
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| Tennis
Classes |
| Adult
Beginner |
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3379
Ages:16 & Up
Fee: $39 per participant
Registration: Begins January 7
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - March 25 -
April 10
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 progressions 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 racquet.
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| Adult
Intermediate |
| 5041
Ages: 18& Up
Fee: $39 per participant
Registration: Begins January 7
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - Apri 22 - May
8
Time: 6:15pm-7:15pm
Instructor: Ron Rudin
For tennis players who have developed the 'basic' tennis
skills. At the least, you are fairly consistent when
hitting medium-paced shots and you can play in a game
with use of some placement and variety. We will work
on any lack of comfort in shot-making and use error
detection to improve overall ability. With hitting and
movement drills and individual instruction, you will
learn to use spin, ball control, and team work. More
advanced players are welcome as well. Students can continue
to practice together after/between classes.
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| Youth
Beginner |
| 5039
Ages: 9 -15
Fee: $39 per participant
Registration: Begins January 7
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - March 25 -
April 10
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 will help each other learn
and value enjoyment of the game. There will be time
for 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 |
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5040
Ages: 9- 15
Fee: $39 per participant
Registration: Begins January 7
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays - April 22 -
May 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 partners.
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