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Sports Briefs, Feb. 20, 2016

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Town Race Series at Park City Mountain

The popular Town Race Series at Park City Mountain Resort has returned for another season. The three remaining races will be held Feb. 22, March 7 and March 21 at the Eagle Race Arena from 3-6 p.m. There will be awards in four categories, including a new high school category for non-USSA licensed racers. The entry fee is $20 per race for an individual. For teams of four racers, the cost is $75 per race. For more information, visit http://www.parkcityskiteam.org .

Free February PC MARC Spotlight Classes

The PC MARC is offering free group fitness classes to get you through the winter season. February’s free classes are Barre on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and Painfree Posture on Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. Try something new courtesy of the PC MARC. For more info, visit parkcityrecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Park City Ice Arena 10th Anniversary

The Park City Ice Arena invites the community to celebrate its 10th anniversary on Saturday, Feb. 27, from 6:30-9 p.m. The celebration includes a family open skate for $10 per family. Motherlode Canyon Band, who played at the grand opening in 2006, will be back to help celebrate. The celebration includes a 10 percent discount on 10-punch passes during the month of February and 10th Anniversary logo wear for sale. For more information, please contact Matt Genther at matt.genther@parkcity.org or by calling 435-615-5703.

PCHS Boys’ Soccer Tryouts

The Park City Boys Soccer Team will begin tryouts for the spring season on Monday, Feb. 29. Players interested will need to be registered at http://www.registermyathlete.com and have a current physical prior to attending. Tryouts will be held starting at 3:30 p.m. on Dozier Field. Please contact Coach Tom Merchant at CoachPCSoccer@gmail.com with any questions.

PCHS Girls’ Golf Meeting

The Park City High School girls’ golf team is looking to follow up last year’s second-place finish at the state tournament with a run at the title this season. For any girls in grades 9-12 interested in playing on the team, there will be a meeting on Monday, Feb. 29, at 2:45 p.m. at the high school in room 127, next to the library. Please contact Coach George Murphy at gmurphy@pcschools.us if you have any questions.

Spring Youth Soccer League

Registration is now open for PC Recreation’s Spring Youth Soccer League for children ages 4 to 11. The league is held April 13 to June 4 on Saturdays and/or Wednesdays at the Park City Sports Complex. The $70 fee includes a uniform. Parent volunteers are needed to coach every team, and head coaches receive a 50 percent discount on the registration fee. The registration deadline is March 14. Space is limited. For more info and to register, visit parkcityrecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Moonlight Snowshoe Hikes

Wasatch Mountain State Park in Midway will host a moonlight snowshoe hike on March 18. Check-in runs from 6-6:45 p.m. Hikers ages 8 and older are welcome, but no pets are allowed. Registration is $7 per person and $6 for snowshoe rental. Visit http://www.friendsofwasatch.org to register.

Youth Lacrosse Registration

Registration for boys’ and girls’ youth lacrosse is now open. Teams are available for players in grades 1-8. To sign up, visit http://www.parkcitylacrosse.org .

Try Hockey For Free Day

The Park City Ice Arena will host a Try Hockey For Free clinic as part of Hockey Weekend Across America. On Saturday, Feb. 20, starting at 10:30 a.m., the clinic is available for children ages 4 to 9. To register for the event, visit http://www.tryhockeyforfree.com . For more information, contact Deborah Modrovsky at dmodrovsky@parkcity.org or 435-615-5702.

Basin Recreation Little League

Calling all coaches! Basin Recreation will transition from its traditional Youth Baseball program to a Little League International sanctioned Little League program this spring. Help is needed to make the inaugural season as seamless as possible. Basin Rec is currently seeking additional coaches and team sponsors ahead of the upcoming spring 2016 season. Anyone interested in coaching or sponsoring a team should contact patrick@basinrecreation.org .

Ski with Basin Nordic Ski Program

Basin Recreation is offering Nordic Ski sessions in February and March. These classes are for kids and adults who are just learning to skate ski. Sessions are Sundays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at various Basin Recreation parks and trails. Bring your skis and enjoy Basin Recreation’s groomed ski trails and get a great workout. The cost is $35 per session or $10 drop in each week. The session is limited to 20 participants. This program will sell out, so register now! To register, visit basinrecreation.org or call 435-655-0999.

Adult Ballet

The PC MARC’s Adult Ballet classes, taught by Joanne Rupinskas, focus on traditional ballet technique while emphasizing correct posture and body alignment. One more session will be offered, from Feb. 23 to March 31. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The fee is $145. Registration ends two days before classes start. For more info, visit ParkCityRecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Juniper Campground to Remain Open

Juniper Campground, located at Rockport State Park, will remain open all winter. The campground will be open with electric hookups only — the water and restroom will be closed. Campers with self-contained camp units can camp for $20 per night on a first-come, first-served basis. The roads and campground will be plowed all winter. Rockport State Park is located in Summit County off I-80 at the Wanship exit (Exit 155). For more information please call the park at 435-336-2241.

Adult Lunch Bunch

Adult Lunch Bunch is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. at the Park City Ice Arena. This class is for the adult skater who wants to enjoy some social time on the ice with other adults, learn some new skills and get a great workout. Beginners and more advanced skaters are welcome to attend. Register today at ParkCityIce.org or call 435-615-5707.

New Evening Childcare Hours at PC MARC

The PC MARC is now offering evening childcare hours so you can conveniently get your after-work fitness in. Fun and attentive childcare staff will keep children ages one to six entertained Mondays through Thursdays from 4 to 8 p.m. for just $4 per hour. Daytime hours remain Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info visit ParkCityRecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Cardio Tennis Offerings at the PC MARC

Add an exciting new element to your workout by combining the cardio of tennis with the strength benefits of TRX. The PC MARC is offering both Cardio Tennis and Cardio TRX Tennis designed to improve fitness on and off the court. The high-energy, full-body workout is perfect, whether or not you are a tennis player! Classes are held Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The class fee is $17 for those who pre-register and $20 per class for drop-ins. For more info, visit ParkCityRecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Playin’ the Basin Way

Basin Recreation is holding open field time for those in adaptive (physical, mental or other limitations) populations and their siblings. The dates are March 12 and April 9 from 4-6 p.m. For more information, email Helaine O’Keefe at helaine@basinrecreation.org, visit BasinRecreation.org or call 435-655-0999.

PC MARC Child Care

The PC MARC makes working out convenient and affordable for parents. When thinking about that gym pass for the winter, consider the child care that is exclusively for patrons who are on site. Children ages 1-6 can join the fun Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $4 per hour. Call 435-615-5400 or visit ParkCityRecreation.org for more information.

Park City Speed Skating Club

Come join the Park City Speed Skating Club for the new season. PCSSC is a skill-building, fitness-oriented club with an emphasis on fun. Basic skating skills are necessary and all ages are welcome. Practices will take place on Monday evenings from 6:15-8 p.m. and are coached by four-time Olympian Catherine Raney-Norman. The first visit is free so come take a lap with PCSSC. For more information, please visit ParkCitySpeedSkatingClub.blogspot.com .

A Minor Spin Class

Whether you’re a youth or just young at heart, the PC MARC has a new spin class just for you. Join Brooke on Sundays from 4:30-5:15 p.m. for a great workout and music at a decibel level young people can appreciate. Ages 13 and over are welcome. For more info, visit ParkCityRecreation.org or call 435-615-5400.

Pickleball at the PC MARC

PC Tennis invites those interested in racket sports to discover pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. Head to the PC MARC for a variety of pickleball programming, including drop-in/social play, tournaments, clinics and drills. For more info and schedules, look for the Park City Pickleball Group on Meetup.com.


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