Category Archives: Sports

Soccer Program for 6-9 year old boys & girls

Registration is now open for the Mini Champions League, a soccer youth development program for young children.

Run by Newton native Victor Rosario at the Valeo Futbol Club the program introduces the game of soccer and teaches basic fundamental skills to girls and boys 6-9 years old. Each session is an hour in duration – 20 minutes technical work, 40 minutes playing.

Mini Champions League
Saturdays, March 28 – May 23
8am – 1pm
Boys & Girls 6-9 yrs.
Register online at Valeo Futbol Club website.

Free Workshop for Girl Athletes, Parents, Coaches: March 12

Parents, coaches & teen girls can learn about sports safety, injury prevention, and training at GirlFest, a free workshop sponsored by Marathon Physical Therapy.

Thursday, March 12
6:00-9:00pm
Velocity Sports, 111 Morgan Drive, Norwood MA

Refreshments will be served and Marathon PT’s professional staff will demonstrate effective exercises and address the following topics:

ACL Injury Prevention
Concussion
Female Athlete Triad
Nutrition
Pelvic Health
Posture

Register online — it’s free but space is limited. Or call 617-244-1990.

Register for Heartbreak Hill Road Race & Walk

Spring is just around the corner (yes, it’s true!) – and it’s time to start dusting off those running (or walking) shoes!

Registration is now open for the 23rd annual Heartbreak Hill Road Race and Family Walk, a perfect way to shake off some of that cabin fever! Not a runner? Everyone can walk the course at 11:30am.

Sunday, April 19
noon – 3:30pm
Newton City Hall

Every runner receives an official digital-clock time, a race medallion, goody bag and a free ticket to the pre-race pasta party at Newton City Hall on Saturday, April 18th.

The 1st, 2nd & 3rd place runners in each category win a trophy! There are free games and activities organized by Steve DeMasco’s Shaolin Studios of Wellesley and the Lasell College Special Events students. Register now at the Newton Community Pride website.  The first 500 registrations receive a free t-shirt.

Register before February 28th

Newton Girls Softball, a recreational league for Newton girls in grades K-7, welcomes players of all skill levels. The league is committed to providing an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit, and individual growth through personal achievement and as a team member.

The league is excited to be expanding to include Kindergarten girls this spring. The brand new Kindergarten T-Ball program begins May 2nd.

February 28th is the last date to register for softball with guaranteed placement and “pair-me-with” requests (after February 28th, players will be placed on wait list without “pair-me-with” rights). For more information and to register, please visit www.newtongirlssoftball.org.

 

Boxing Benefit

The John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton in partnership with Nonantum Boxing Club present Fight Night 2015. The night will feature 7-10 bouts between local amateur fighters sanctioned by USA Boxing. Don’t miss this chance to see some of Newton’s finest take on fighters from other gyms across the state.

Click HERE http://newtonbgc.com/2015-fight-night.php to purchase your tickets. General Admission is $20.00. VIP Seats are $50.00 and include a catered dinner.  There is a cash bar. Doors open for VIP ticket holders at 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm for General Admission.

Whether you are a fan of the sport, a Club parent looking for a fun night out and a great way to help the Club, or a Club alum putting together a night out with old friends, this is a unique experience and it is sure to be a great time for all!

February 28th, 7:00 pm
The Samuel Crocetti Gymnasium
John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club

Fitness Program

Get Burly is a fitness program designed to promote athletes to be the best version of themselves through supporting their peers and through fitness. Their mission is to instill and inspire youth to develop a passion for fitness through group circuit training and team building games.

Introduce your child to “Fun Through Fitness”. Participants (Grades 6-9) will engage in group circuit training as well as a variety of team building activities and cooperative games. For additional information, please visit
http://www.newtonma.gov/civicax/filebank/documents/64247.

YMCA – Lifeguard Training Class

Information for the upcoming American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Crash-Course at the West Suburban Y is provided below.

In order to qualify, all participants MUST be able to complete the pre-requisites for the class:
· Must have current Lifeguard Certifications that are reaching an expiration date

· Must be able complete 300 yards continuous swimming (consisting of freestyle and breaststroke) without stopping or touching the bottom

· Must be able to tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs

· Must complete the Timed Event in 1 minute and 40 seconds: swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 9 feet and retrieve a 10lb brick and swim back 20 yards on your back. Place the brick on the side of the pool and exit without the use of a ladder or stairs.

· Must be able to attend ALL days of the class Continue reading →

Try outs for B2L AAU Spring Basketball

B2L AAU is holding try outs for Boys basketball on March 1st. With experienced coaches from top colleges in the Boston area, B2L provides an opportunity for boys and girls to develop skills, knowledge and love of the game in an environment composed of positive reinforcement that teaches respect, discipline, sportsmanship, commitment and hard work.

B2L teams typically practice at Fessenden School twice a week with games on weekends. For more information please see http://basketball2thelimit.webs.com/.

On-line camp auction

Save 50-70% on fabulous day and overnight camps during Underwood School’s online auction at www.charityauctionorganizer.com/auction/underwood or visit  www.underwoodschoolpto.org, then click on the link for the Underwood Camp Auction.

The online auction starts Sunday, January 25th and runs through Tuesday, February 3rd. Don’t miss out on these great deals!

Informational Event with Camp Bauercrest Director Eric Rightor

Camp Bauercrest is an overnight sports camp for jewish boys. For over 80 years, Bauercrest has been delivering memorable summers to young boys through healthy competition and camaraderie where they learn new skills, make friends, and share an experience that truly lasts “For A Lifetime”.

Come to an informational event with the Director of Camp Bauercrest

February 8th, 1:00-2:30 pm

Hosted by Lisa and Lary Berger
15 Malubar Lane Newton, Ma 02459
RSVP at 617-669-9879 or li********@*****st.net