Category Archives: Sports

Think Spring! Register now for Spring Recreational Softball

Newton Girls Softball is committed to providing an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit, and individual growth through personal achievement and as a team member. Players of all skill levels will have a fun and rewarding experience.

In addition to three age group divisions for players in Grade 1 – 7, the league announces the inaugural year of KINDERGARTEN T – BALL. New for 2015 and open to all girls in Grade K who live in Newton or attend a Newton Public School, this program is going to be a fun introduction to softball. The sessions will consist of 30 minutes of skill development rolling into a short 45 minute game on six Saturday afternoons in May and June. Will your kindergartner join her friends in the excitement of learning softball?

Registration is open on our web site at: WWW.NEWTONGIRLSSOFTBALL.ORG

2015 Registration Dates:
1/31/15 Deadline to register without paying a late fee.
2/28/15 Deadline to register with guaranteed placement, pair-me-with rights, and a $15 late fee.

Girls Basketball Clinic at Newton North, Dec. 27

The Newton North Girls Varsity Basketball team is hosting a clinic for girls, grades 4-8, on Saturday, Dec. 27, 3:00-4:45PM.

Join the varsity players and coaches for drills, skills work, dribbling, and game play.

Cost: $20 per player (add a sibling for only $5)
Location: Newton North gymnasium
To register, email Coach Martindale, lmartindale <at> navint <dot> com

 

 

Try-outs This Week for Travel Basketball at Boys & Girls Club

The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club is holding try-outs for its three travel basketball teams this week. Any player interested in trying out should attend one of the sessions, held at the Club, 675 Watertown St. If you can not attend either tryout, contact Mike @ 617-630-2066 EXT. 121 or mdoran <at> newtonbgc <dot> com

Boys 12 and Under: Tuesday, Dec. 16, 8:00-9:00PM and Thursday, Dec. 18, 6:00-7:00PM

Girls 14 and Under: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 8:00-9:00PM and Friday, Dec. 19, 5:00-6:00PM

Boys 18 and Under: Thursday, Dec. 18, 5:00-6:00PM

 

Holiday Hustle

Register now for the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton’s annual 5k road race, Holiday Hustle!

Holiday Hustle! includes a 5K run on a certified, flat course through the neighborhood of West Newton, professional chip timing by RaceWire, prizes to top finishers, and post-race festivities for all! Costumes are highly encouraged, and carolers are always welcome!

Not sure if you already registered? Click here.

There will be team and individual prizes again this year! Families may create a race team (at least one member must be age 16 and under) for consideration as our Fastest Family, and businesses and community groups alike are also welcome to enter a team (minimum of 5 entrants) for our Most Festive Team. Other award categories include: Top 3 male and female overall, top 3 in each age group from 8 and under to 70 and over, youngest to finish, and fastest in costume.

Whole Foods Market Newtonville will once again generously donate freshly made, hot oatmeal with a fantastic selection of toppings and other breakfast items.

Register Online or Mail-in Form

Sunday, December 7th
8:00 am registration; 9:00 am start
John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club
675 Watertown Street, Newton, MA

Pre-Registration (18 and over): $25
Pre-Registration Youth Rate (17 and under): $15
Day Of (18 and over): $30
Day Of Youth Rate (17 and under): $20
Number Pick-Up: Saturday, December 6th, 1:00  – 3:00 pm at West Street Tavern & Restaurant, 7 West Street

Register Now for Newton Youth Lacrosse – deadline 12/15

Newton Youth Lacrosse registration is now open for its 2015 Spring Season.
The season begins in late March 2015 but teams fill up very quickly.

Register by December 15 to avoid a late fee.  NYL offers the following Grade Levels :

U-9 – Grades 2 – 3
U-11 – Grades 3 – 4
U-13 – Grades 5 – 6
U-15 – Grades 7 – 8

Please visit the Newton Lacrosse website for more details and registration instructions.

Girls’ Soccer Winter Clinic, Dec 29 – Jan 1

The Lady Eagles Soccer School Winter Clinic groups players by age and ability and the program is for girls at both the beginner and elite club level player, ages 6-14 years old.

Date: December 29th – January 1st
Time: 8:30 am- 2:30 pm (extended day available)
Location: Alumni Stadium Bubble at Boston College
Cost: $295 (3 day option, 29th-31st, $225)

The goal is to challenge each camper to leave the clinics with an increased enthusiasm for the game and ideas to further develop them as individual players. Find more information on the BC Women’s Soccer website or email soccercl@bc.edu with questions!

 

Winter Youth Soccer Clinic

The Lady Eagles Soccer School Winter Clinic groups players by age and ability and the program is catered to both the beginner and elite club level player. Ages range from 6-14 years old. The goal is to challenge each camper to leave the clinics with an increased enthusiasm for the game and ideas to further develop them as individual players. Find more information on the website www.bcwomenssoccer.com or email soccercl@bc.edu with questions!

Date: December 29th –  January 1st
Time: 8:30 am- 2:30 pm (extended day available)
Location: Alumni Stadium Bubble at Boston College
Cost: $295 (3 day option, 29th-31st, $225)

Newton Youth Lacrosse

Newton Youth Lacrosse registration is now open for its 2015 Spring Season !!
The season begins in late March 2015 but teams fill up very quickly !! NYL offers the following Grade Levels :

  • U-9 – Grades 2 – 3
  • U-11 – Grades 3 – 4
  • U-13 – Grades 5 – 6
  • U-15 – Grades 7 – 8

Please visit www.newtonlacrosse.com for more details and registration instructions.

Great Winter Programs

Newton Parks and Recreation has a lot of great winter programs for children and adults. Check out the Newton Parks and Rec website at http://www.newtonma.gov/gov/parks
for information about our upcoming winter programs for children and adults. Some programs include:

December Vacation Programs
– at the Lower Falls Community Center December 29th, 30th, 31st and January 2nd for children in grades K – 6. Participate in sports, arts and crafts, inside games, and more. Each day features a fun special event. 8:30 am – 3:30 pm with extended day options.

– Thundercat Sports December 26th, 29th, 30th and 31st for children ages 6 – 12. Play a variety of sports including basketball, floor hockey, soccer, dodgeball and more. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

– family movie day at the West Newton Cinema December 29th and 30th. Enjoy a movie, popcorn and drink all for one low price. Tickets are sold at the West Newton Cinema starting at 10:00 am with the movies starting at 11:00 am.

Newton South Recreation Complex
– located at the Newton South High School, this Recreation Complex offers a variety of activities for youth and adults on Sundays including tennis, badminton, sewing classes, engineering with lego, fencing, thundercat sports, archery, workout facilities, and more.

Ski and Snowboard Program at Nashoba Valley
– For grades 5 – 12. Learn to ski or snowboard with lessons at Nashoba Valley Ski area. Already know how to ski or snowboard? Join us for the lift ticket only option. Transportation to Nashoba Valley is provided from Newton. This program runs on Fridays from 5:45 pm – 10:15 pm.

Camp Fair
– See what Newton Parks and Recreation and Newton Public Schools have to offer your child in Newton for the summer of 2015. 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Newton North High School in the cafeteria.

For more information about any of these programs, please contact Channon Ames at 617-796-1529 or at cames@newtonma.gov .