Konawaena hosts MLK Jr. baseball fest
Konawaena hosts MLK Jr. baseball fest
The second annual tournament and barbecue on Monday will feature Konawaena, Kealakehe, Hilo and Waiakea JV teams. Games begin at 9 a.m. There will be drawings, giveaways and remembrances. Advanced tickets are encouraged. To reserve them, contact a member of the baseball team or call the Konawaena High School athletic office at 936-5708.
Last day today to apply for Keaau FB coach
Applications for the assistant coach position can be picked up at Keaau High School’s main office. For more information, contact the athletic office at 982-4220, ext. 2229.
Today last day to apply for Ka‘u coaching
Applications for water polo and track coach positions can be picked up at Ka‘u High School’s main office. For more information, contact Kalei Namohala at 928-2088.
Kealakehe seeking VB, cheerleading coaches
Applicants for the head coach positions of the boys volleyball and girls cheerleading teams should submit letters of interest, resumes, and three letters of reference to Athletic Director at Kealakehe High School by Jan. 23. For more information, contact athletic director Mike Hernandez at 327-4300, ext. 2213 or mike_hernandez@notes.k12.hi.us.
Parks and Recreation plans hoops league
The Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation will hold a basketball league for children ages 9 to 14. League play is scheduled from Jan. 27 to March 13. Games will begin at 5 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays.
The league is also looking for volunteer coaches and officials.
Registration forms are available between 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Kekuaokalani Gymnasium.
For more information, call Wesley Sermons or Diego Padillio at 327-3553.
Hawaii Racing Association survey
The Hawaii Racing Association is updating its membership list for 2014 to find out what types of motorsports Big Island residents are most interested in having at the proposed Kona Motorsport Park.
The HRA’s website shows potential uses for a 250-acre park and offers an online survey.
For more information on the Kona Motorsport Park project, visit hawaiiracingassoc.org.
West Hawaii Hockey holding sign-ups
West Hawaii Hockey is holding sign-ups and practices for the 2014 season at 4:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Old Kona Airport Park hockey rink.
The registration fee for first-year players is $25, which includes equipment provided by the league.
An adult league plays at 4:30 p.m. Fridays and Sundays.
For more information, contact Tim Rude at 987-8631 or visit westhawaiihockey.com.
Westside Softball slow pitch tournament
The Westside Softball team will host the 13th annual Slow Pitch Softball Tournament on Jan. 24 to 26 at the Old Kona Airport Park.
The tournament will feature men’s and women’s divisions and offer team and individual awards. The event will also include a home run derby.
The entry fee per team is $300, with $100 due by Sunday. Limited slots are available.
To register a team, contact Jamieson Taketa at 938-8664 or Shane Alani at 640-0824.