Published Sunday, Nov 30, 2008 12:00 AM
All phone numbers are area code 843 unless otherwise listed.
BASKETBALL
WOMEN'S SEMI-PRO TRYOUTS: What: Savannah Lady Warriors basketball tryouts; Where: Savannah High School; When: 3 p.m., Dec. 14; Cost: $30; Information: Call Coach Foster at 912-313-9820 or Coach Rasheed at 912-656-6732.
YOUTH BASKETBALL SEASON: Who: The YMCA of Beaufort County; Ages: 3-13; Cost:$40 for YMCA members and $60 for community participants.Each additional sibling is $10 off and financial assistance is available; Registration deadline: Dec. 7; Note:League sponsors and coaches are also needed; Information: Contact Darci Chuba at 522-9622.
BOXING
BOXING CLASSES: Where: 1st Round Boxing Center, Sheridan Park, Bluffton; Notes: Women's cardio boxing classes are held from 10-11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Student group classes are held from 7-8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Adult group classes are held from 7-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Fridays are open gym days, and Saturdays are for youth classes (13 and under) from 10-11 a.m. Information: Call John Blanken at 368-8717.
CHEERLEADING
Cheerleading classes; Where: Hilton Head Extreme Cheer at 18 Cardinal Rd.; Who: Programs from ages 4-18; 12th grade and under, ninth grade and under, Youth 4-6 years; Note: Instruction in tumbling, stunting, dance and formation skills at team's new mid-island location; Practice runs Tuesday and/or Thursday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. depending on team level. No tryouts necessary; Information: Call Susie Oliver at 816-0220 or e-mail HHECheer@aol.com.
CROQUET
CROQUET CLINICS: What: Croquet Clinics available by appointment; Where: Port Royal Croquet Club Lawn Court; When: 1 p.m. on Monday afternoons; Notes: Chance to become a member of the Port Royal Croquet Club; Information: Call 836-2710, ask for Otto Wahlrab or call Port Royal Plantation at 681-1718.
CYCLING
Kickin' Asphalt Bicycle Club: What: A bicycle touring club for riders of all ages, abilities and experience levels; Note: Each ride for has 20- or 40-mile option; Information: Call 682-4998 or kickinasphalt.info.
FRISBEE
Ultimate Frisbee practice: When: 1 p.m. Sundays; Where: Chaplin Park, Hilton Head Island; Notes: Guys and girls of all levels welcome; Information: call 290-0804 or e-mail calvoch@hotmail.com
GOLF
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION COUPLES GOLF CADILLAC INVITATIONAL: What: 6th annual Couples Golf Cadillac Invitational to benefit the Arthritis Foundation; Where: Heron Point at Sea Pines Resort; When: Dec. 2; Start time: Shotgun start at noon; Format: Net better ball; Cost: $195 per person, includes green fees, cart fee, cocktails, dinner; Information: Call 686-7399.
BEAUFORT COUNTY SHERRIF'S OFFICE FALL TOURNAMENT: When: Saturday, Dec. 6; Where: Hilton Head National Golf Club; Time: Registration at 11:30 a.m., Shotgun Start at 1 p.m. Format: Four-Man Captain's Choice. Cost: $85 per player. Notes: Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams, closest to the pin and longest drive. Refreshments on course, and BBQ dinner to follow. Door prize drawing during dinner. Proceeds support the BCSO Appreciation Dinner. Information: Call Brian Baird at 470-3211 or e-mail brianb@bcgov.net.
BEACON INSURANCE CANDY CANE CLASSIC: Where: Sea Pines Country Club; When: Saturday, Dec. 6; Notes: All proceeds from the 9th annual Candy Cane Classic directly benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head.There will be a continental breakfast, special putting contest, raffle and golf prizes, and lunch for all contestants.A silent auction runs throughout the day. Cost: $155 per person; Registration/Information: Call the Boys & Girls Club at 689-3646.
NORTH VS. SOUTH CHARITY TOURNAMENT: Where: Oyster Reef Golf Club, HH Plantation; When: Dec. 6; Time: 11 a.m. shotgun start; Cost: $100 per player, $400 per team; Registration deadline: Call for availability, 384-4705; Format: captain's choice; Notes: 10:30 a.m. putting contest. There will be closest to the pin and longest shot contests as well. Cost includes beverages on the course, raffle prizes and dinner after golf. Friday night Team Auction with dinner will be held at Elks Lodge at 173 Marshland Road on Hilton Head Island. $100 Hole sponsors or Team sign up with hole sponsor $480. Proceeds will go to Boys & Girls Club(s) and Alzheimer's. Information: Call 384-4705.
SEAHAWK OPEN: Where: Dolphin Head; When: Dec. 7; Time: Registration 11 a.m., shotgun start noon; Cost: $150 per player; Registration deadline: Nov. 28; Format: Scramble, step aside; Notes: Tournament benefits HHIHS sports teams.Entry includes golf, lunch, player package, and range balls. Raffle prizes include a 42 inch TV, Heritage Badges, and golf at Harbour Town; Information: Contact Chuck Park at parkalots@aol.com or call 681-2819.
PJGT PALMETTO DUNES JUNIOR CLASSIC; When: Dec. 13-14; Where: Palmettto Dunes Fazio Course; Format: 36 holes medal play; Ages:Boys and girls age 8-18; Entry fee: $195; Entry deadline: Dec. 8; Information: 636-779-0176.
MERCEDES-BENZ INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT: What: 22nd annual Mercedes-Benz Invitational Golf Tournament; Where: Harbour Town Golf Links and Wexford Golf Club; When: Dec. 15-16; Cost: $230 per player or $920 per team; Notes: Net proceeds support medical and nursing scholarships, prescription drugs for indigent patients and the Children's Center of Hilton Head. Information: Call Lew Wessel at 682-4029 or the Auxiliary at Hilton Head Hospital at 689-8246.
OGIO BY THE HARBOUR SHOOTOUT; When: Jan. 17-18; Where: Savannah Harbor Golf Club; Format: 36 holes medal play; Ages:Boys and girls age 8-18; Entry fee: $225; Entry deadline: Jan. 13; Information: 636-779-0176.
GYMNASTICS
HILTON HEAD ISLAND GYMNASTICS:Age range: 1-18 years old; Tryout location: 18 Plantation Park Dr., Island Gymnastics-Bluffton; Cost to participate: Pro-rate into session or Fun Gym $8 per hour (members and siblings $6 per hour); Season began: Aug. 20; Season ends: Dec. 20; Notes: There are classes for preschool gymnastics, girls gymnastics, boys gymnastics and tumbling. The classes help build strength and flexiblity. For information: Call Cecelia at 815-6590.
SPORTS ACADEMY GYMNASTICS AND DANCE: Where: Sports Academy Gymnastics, Beaufort; Notes: Class is for children and adults ages 3 and older. Classes include pre-school tab, jazz, ballet and swing. The spring season begins Jan. 5; Information: Call Elyse at 846-1804 or visit www.eteamz.com/sagym.
HOCKEY
ISLAND RECREATION CENTER WINTER ROLLER HOCKEY LEAGUE: Who: Age groups are 6-under, 9-under, 12-under, 16-under. Cost: $80 (Includes jersey and hockey puck); Registration deadline: Dec. 6 ($10 late fee after Dec. 6); Registration: Go to www.islandreccenter.org or stop by the Island Recreation Center at 20 Wilborn Rd. Information: Call the Island Rec Center at 681-7273 or e-mail info@islandreccenter.org.
KAYAK
TIDE RIDERS KAYAKING CLUB: What: Monthly kayak trips; Cost: $10 per person per trip; Notes: Club meets once a month to explore new areas and meet new folks. Most trips are between 4-8 miles in length and are accessible to beginning paddlers. There is no fee to join. Send an e-mail to tideriders@beaufortkayaktours.com to get on the mailing list. Information: Call Kim Gundler at 525-0810 or go to www.beaufortkayaktours.com/Paddling_Club.html.
MARTIAL ARTS
KARATE CLASS: What: Children's Karate Class; Where: Legacy Gym in Moss Creek Village; Times: 8 a.m. and 8:45 a.m.; Ages: 5-12 years old; Information: Call 681-6538.
RUNNING
JINGLE JINGLE 5K: What: 17th annual Hilton Head Hospital Jingle Jingle 5K Run and Health Walk; When: 9 a.m. Dec. 20; Where: Hilton Head Regional Medical Center Campus and Main Street; Notes: The race features all standard male and female divisions. The first 400 participants will receive a T-shirt, jingle bells and a candy cane. An award ceremony featuring refreshments and door prizes will be held following the race. Prizes will be presented to the top three finishers in each category. Participants are asked to bring gift cards or phone cards for donations to benefit CODA (Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse). People who donate will qualify to win a holiday gift package valued at over $150. Registration/Information: Go to bearfootsports.com or call Bear Foot Sports at 757-8520.
SOCCER
3V3 BY THE SEA TOURNAMENT: What: 4th annual 3-on-3 soccer tournament; When: Jan. 17-18; Where: Chaplin Park Soccer Complex, Hilton Head Island;Cost: $90 (all divisions); Notes: Youth divisions range from U8 to U18. Adult Co-Ed and Adult Competitive divisions. Information: Call tournament directors Nate Skager or Bob Rozek at 681-7273.
SWIMMING
BLUFFTON FINS MASTERS: When:Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6-7:30 a.m. and 7:30-9 a.m.; Where: Bluffton community pool; Who: Ages 19 and over. What: Competitive adult swim team and triathlon training with coach Joe Bongiorno;Cost: $25 per month or $3 drop-in fee; Information:Eric Kemeny 298-4491.
Recreational Swim Club: What: An experienced coach will teach proper stroke techniques and introduce children to team swimming; When: Mondays-Thursdays; Times: 6-7 p.m.; Fee: $40 per month; Information: www.islandreccenter.org or call the Rec Center at 681-7273.
Hilton Head Masters: When:5:45 a.m.-7:15 a.m Monday through Friday; 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday; 7:15 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; What: Join the team to increase your fitness level or to compete; Who: Ages 18 and over. For beginner, lap swimmer, competitive swimmer or triathlete. A professional coach is on hand to teach proper technique and workout skills; Cost: First week is free to try, fee is $40 each month; Information: Island Recreation Center, 681-7273.
TENNIS
BEACON INSURANCE CANDY CANE CLASSIC: Where: Sea Pines Country Club; When: Saturday, Dec. 6; Notes: Play will be round robin doubles, and all proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head. There will be a continental breakfast, raffle and tennis prizes, and lunch for all contestants. A silent auction runs throughout the day; Cost: $100 per person; Registration/Information: Call the Boys & Girls Club at 689-3646.
CARDIO TENNIS HEART PUMPING FITNESS: What: Learn skills to improve your game and fitness; Where: Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center; When: 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, 7:45 a.m. Friday; Cost: $20/hour, $12 for locals; Notes: Organize your own group and time with a minimum of three players. Professional Tapi Hayrinen will instruct. Heart rate monitors will be provided; Information: Call Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center at 785-1152.
Sunday Round Robin Social: Where: Chaplin Public Tennis Center; When: Sundays; Time: Sessions 1-3 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.; Fee: Voluntary donation to Public Tennis, Inc. to help cover the cost of two new courts at Chaplin Park; Registration deadline: Play is limited to 36 players per session; Format: Mixed doubles round robin 2.5, 3.0, 3.5; Information: Tim Ryan, 682-3504 or e-mail chaplinroundrobin@hotmail.com. Include name, USTA level and session preference.