Briefs 8-31-16

ORLANDO SPEEDWORLD

   The Orlando Speed World Dragway will be busy this week.

   “Whoop Azz Wednesday”, featuring “All Welcome Test and Tune, Grudge Racing and Fun Runs” with gates opening at 6 p.m. and racing from 6 p.m.-to-11 p.m. General Admission is $12.

   “Friday Night Frenzy” and will also feature “All Welcome Test and Tune and Grudge Racing” with gates opening at 6 p.m. General Admission is $12, plus an additional $13 to race.

   Saturday and Sunday, the strip will be hosting the Import Street Nationals, featuring the Haltech PRO Compact World Series & FTW SFWD Shootout, a Modified Pro Compact Shootout & Test-n-Tune.

   Gates open at noon (12 p.m.) each day.

   General Admission is $20, with kids 10-and-Under free, each day.

   The Dragway Information Hotline is at (407) 568-5522 and the website is at _ www.raceosw.com/dragway/.

   SpeedWorld is located 17 miles east of Orlando in Bithlo at 19164 East Colonial Drive, between Orlando and Titusville on Highway 50 at the 520 Cocoa Cutoff.

 

LMSA

   Ahoy!

   Upcoming events:

   * Gosling’s Rum races – Every Wednesday, start window 6:25 p.m.-to–6:30 p.m. Please come by the LMSA clubhouse to check the course and sign-in. Remember to set-up RaceQs on your smart phone (RaceQs.com). Everyone is invited. Come on out. We'll find a spot for you. Go to _ http://www.flalmsa.org/?page_id=101 _ for info, rules, sailing instructions and course descriptions.

   * Saturday, Sep. 10 – LMSA club racing returns. Skipper's meeting 3 p.m. at the LMSA clubhouse.

   * Sunday, Sep. 18 – LMSA Jameson Race. Start window is 4:20 p.m.-to-4:30 p.m.

   * Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 1-2 – LMSA Fall Regatta. NOR _ http://www.flalmsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/LMSA-Fall-Regatta-Noti... Registration _ http://www.regattanetwork.com/event/13290.

   For more information about LMSA, please visit our web site _ www.flalmsa.org _ or call (321) 578-8364.

   Interested parties can find results from past races of 2015 on the "Race Results" page (www.flalmsa.org/?page_id=623) and results from year’s prior is on the Race Results Archive page (www.flalmsa.org/?p=2229).

   The LMSA is also on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pages/Lake-Monroe-Sailing-Association/110483735742242), please go to the page and click LIKE and get notices and see photos instantly.

   See you out on the water!

 

RECREATION SOFTBALL

   Here is the upcoming schedule for the City of Sanford Recreation Services Department Adult Fall Slowpitch Softball League at Pinehurst Park.

   The Semi-Co-Ed/Fun League on Wednesday will have Wet Spot battling Trinity Tattoo at 6:30 p.m.; The Bailouts squaring off with Facebook Famous at 7:30 p.m. and B & B Discount Beverage challenging The Willow Tree-Sausage Sliders at 8:30 p.m.

   Everyone is invited to watch the games for free at Pinehurst Park, located on West 24th Street off 17-92.

   For more information contact Eric Griffin, City of Sanford Recreation Supervisor, at 407-688-5120; visit the city website _ www.sanfordfl.gov _ or email: eric.griffin@sanfordfl.gov _ the League Information Website, including registration forms, is at _ http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?cmenuid=1&url=sanfordsoftball&si....

 

SENIOR BASEBALL

   Here is the upcoming schedule in the Orlando Senior Baseball Association Spring Season in the 25-and-Over and 35/45-and-Over League that plays its games at Zinn Beck Field, Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium, Central Winds Park in Winter Springs, Showalter Field in Winter Park and the South Orange Youth Complex in Orlando. Visit the website _ www.leaguelineup.com/osba _ for more information on the league.

25-AND-OVER LEAGUE

Wednesday, August 31

   7 p.m. _ Orlando Knights @ Orlando Orioles, Stadium.

 

ORLANDO PRIDE

   Orlando Pride (6-10-0, 18 points) returned to Camping World Stadium on Friday night for its first home game in 41 days. Although the Pride maintained momentum and solidarity, having received several key international returnees after the Olympic competitions, it fell 2-1 to the current leading National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team, the Washington Spirit.

   Sarah Hagen scored her second goal of the season, beating Washington goalkeeper Kelsey Wys after coming into the match just eight minutes prior. Cami Levin sent a low cross into the box, bouncing under the foot of the Washington defender to Hagen, who put in a Pride goal that the crowd had been awaiting.

   The Spirit scored a goal on each side of the half, taking the lead in the 37th minute when Caprice Dydasco found Cheyna Williams inside of the penalty area. Christine Nairn doubled the visitors’ lead 10 minutes into the second half after Katie Stengel slotted a pass across the box, finding the midfielder open on the wing. Nairn collected the ball then tucked her shot into the far post for what would be the game-winner.

   With four matches remaining in their inaugural campaign, the Pride travel to face the Houston Dash for the fourth and final time this year on Saturday, Sept. 3. Orlando returns to Camping World Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, for the second half of a home-and-home series with Sky Blue FC.

   Tickets for the Pride’s remaining two home matches are available at orlando-pride.com or by calling (855) ORL-PRIDE.

 

POP WARNER FOOTBALL

   Here is the schedule for Week 2 in the Mid Florida Pop Warner League. There will be 15-sites holding games (Seminole County teams in bold) in six weight classes _ Tiny Mite; Mitey Mite; Junior Pee Wee; Pee Wee; Junior Varsity; Unlimited _ this Saturday with most days starting at 9 a.m. and continuing throughout the day. Here is the schedule.

   Apopka @ Winter Park; Avalon @ East Ridge; Leesburg @ Lake Brantley; Lyman @ St. Cloud; Mount Dora @ Lake Howell; Olympia @ Ocoee; Oviedo @ Clermont; Pine Hills @ Lake Mary; Ridge Youth @ West Orange; Sanford @ Dr. Phillips; South Central @ Azalea Park; South Orlando @ Hagerty; Umatilla @ Harmony; Wekiva @ South Lake; Winter Springs @ Lake Highland.

   For more information go to _ www.mfpw.org _ and look for links to each team (Associations) to find specific game times and directions to fields.

 

NEW SMYRNA SPEEDWAY

   The 2015 NASCAR Whelen All-America Series at New Smyrna Speedway is underway.

   Saturday night, Brad May (Super Late Models) was the winner of the prestigious Clyde Hart Memorial Super Late Model 100 and other winners were Patrick Thomas (Sportsman), Ted Vulpius (Mod Mini) and Zach Curtis (Bombers).

   This Saturday the schedule will be made up of the Pro Late Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks and Bombers.

   Pit gates open at 3 p.m. and Division practice will be from 4 p.m.-to-6:30 p.m. Ticket booths and grandstand gates open at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7:30 p.m.

   Adult admission is $15 (reserved seating is $20, the top six (6) rows of the Main Grandstand) with all seniors (65+) and military with valid ID (for proof of age or Military affiliation) admitted for $13. Kids 11 years of age and under are free of charge. MUST be accompanied by paying Adult to qualify for Free Admission.

   The track is located at the corner of SR. 44 and CR 415, between New Smyrna, DeLand and Daytona.

   For information on New Smyrna Speedway, call the track office at 386-427-4129 or visit the website at www.newsmyrnaspeedway.org.

 

CLEAR BAG POLICY

   To provide a safer environment and expedite the entry process at Knights football games, UCF is implementing a clear bag policy at Bright House Networks Stadium. Beginning with the 2016-17 season, the type, size and number of bags brought into any athletic event at Bright House Networks Stadium.

   UCF Athletics strongly encourages fans not to bring bags of any type to Bright House Networks Stadium. But what is outlined below is permissible.

   Beginning Sept. 3 for the Knights' season-opening football game, only the following style and size of bag will be allowed inside Bright House Networks Stadium:

   Approved bags:

   * Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12".

   * One-gallon clear plastic storage/freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).

   * Small purses and clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" (roughly the size of an adult hand).

   * A logo no larger than 4.5" x 3.4" can be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag.

   * Medically-necessary items (after proper inspection at Gate 18).

   * Each guest may enter with one approved clear bag and one small clutch/purse.

   Prohibited bags include (but are not limited to):

   * Purses larger than a clutch bag.

   * Briefcases.

   * Backpacks.

   * Coolers.

   * Fanny packs.

   * Cinch/Drawstring bags.

   * Luggage of any kind.

   * Computer bags.

   * Diaper bags.

   * Mesh bags.

   * Tinted plastic bags.

   * Plastic bags with a pattern.

   * Personal seatbacks.

   * Binocular cases.

   * Camera bags.

   * Non-approved seat cushions (which include large traditional seat cushions that have pockets, zippers or compartments).

   Guests will continue to be able to enjoy their tailgate activities in the parking lots and do so with greater safety and the knowledge that their entry into the stadium should be more efficient. Fans will also be allowed to continue carrying items such as binoculars, cameras and smart phones into the venue.

   All of UCF's game-day policies – including a list of prohibited items for football games – are available by logging on to UCFGameday.com. A full FAQ regarding the clear bag policy can also be found at the site.

 

JUNIOR GOLF

   Sanford junior golfers ages 11-18 are invited to compete in an upcoming Arrowhead Junior Golf Tour event.

   The AJGT Rob Noel’s Big Easy Golf Academy Fall Classic at Lakewood Country Club in New Orleans, LA, on September 10–11.

   The entry fee is $185 and includes two days of green fees, tee gifts, and Trophies in four age divisions.

   Recommended accommodations are available at Holiday Inn New Orleans Westbank, in Gretna, LA. Please call 504-366-8535 for reservations and group rate.

   The registration deadline is Wednesday, September 7, at Noon.

   The 2-day, 36-hole tournaments are ranked by the Junior Golf Scoreboard and hosted by the Arrowhead Junior Golf Tour.

   To enter an event, please call Diane Ford at 1-985-630-3066 or enter online at www.arrowheadjgt.com.

 

HUNTER SAFETY COURSE

   The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety internet-completion courses in central Florida.

   “Don’t wait, take your hunter safety course today,” said JoAnne Peagler, Northeast Region hunter safety coordinator.

   Students who have taken the online course and wish to complete the classroom portion must bring the online-completion report with them.

   All firearms, ammunition and materials are provided free of charge. Students should bring a pen or pencil and paper. An adult must accompany children younger than 16 at all times.

   Anyone born on or after June 1, 1975, must pass an approved hunter safety course and have a hunting license to hunt alone (unsupervised). The FWC course satisfies hunter-safety training requirements for all other states and Canadian provinces.

   The locations and times are:

Internet-completion Courses

Brevard

   * Sept. 10 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.) Titusville Rifle and Pistol Club, Mims.

   * Sept. 16 (6–10 p.m.) & Sept. 18 (8 a.m.–noon) Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club, Palm Bay.

Lake

   * Sept. 10 (10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.) The Gun Shop & Gun Range, Leesburg.

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.) Lake Correctional Institution, Clermont.

   * Sept. 24 (8 a.m.–3 p.m.) Royal Trails Community Park, Eustis.

Orange

   * Sept. 13 & 14 (5:30–8:30 p.m.) Instant Replay Shooting Sports, Union Park-Orlando.

   * Sept. 13 & 15 (6–9 p.m.) Bass Pro Shops, Orlando.

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–2 p.m.) Central Florida Rifle & Pistol Club, Orlando.

Seminole

   * Sept. 13 & 15 (5:30–8:30 p.m.) Gander Mountain, Lake Mary.

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.) Seminole County Gun & Archery Association, Geneva.

Volusia

   * Sept. 10 (8 a.m.–2 p.m.) Volusia County Agricultural Center, DeLand.

Traditional Courses

Brevard

   * Sept. 16 (6–9 p.m.), Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–5 p.m.) & Sept. 18 (8 a.m.–noon) Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club, Palm Bay.

Volusia

   * Sept. 17 & 18 (8 a.m.–5 p.m.) DeBary Hall, DeBary.

   The specific locations for these classes will be given to those who register in advance. Those interested in attending a course can register online and obtain information about future hunter safety classes at MyFWC.com/HunterSafety or by calling the FWC’s regional office in Ocala at 352-625-2804.

 

SOAP BOX RALLY

   The City of Sanford Recreation Services Department and Central Florida Soap Box Derby will be hosting its first race of the 2016-2017 Rally Season with the September Rally on Saturday, Sep. 24, at Sanford Derby Park.

   Check in will be at 7 a.m., with racing beginning at 8 a.m. and the event will consist of a Double Elimination race for each class _ Stock, Super Stock, Masters _ in the morning, followed by a lunch break and a Single Elimination race for each class in the afternoon.

   The registration fee is $55 per car for single entries and $100 total per family (two or more family members).

   The final day to register is Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m.

   Soap Box Derby racing is open to children ages 7 to 20 _ Stock, 7-to-13; Super Stock, 9-to-18; Masters, 10-to-20 _ with a limited number of loaner cars available for new participants.

   Everyone, especially interested non-racers, is invited to attend any of the family friendly events, free of charge, at the beautiful Derby Park facility located on the west side of Sanford on Oregon Avenue, north off of CR-46A (25th Street/H. E. Thomas Parkway) or east off of Rinehart Road, just south of the GreeneWay entry. The track is East of Bentley Elementary School.

   For more information or to download a registration form, please check out the websites at www.soapboxderby.org or www.centralfloridasoapboxderby.com or call the City of Sanford Recreation Services Department at 407-688-5120.