Game Plan

Published 8:00 am Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Game officials needed
The City of Vicksburg’s Parks and Recreation Department is looking for umpires and referees for its youth baseball, softball and basketball leagues. Those interested can pick up applications at the Parks and Rec office at 100 Army Navy Drive. For more information, call Joseph Graves at 601-831-8050.

Kings center basketball
The Kings Empowerment Center will host a 5-on-5 intramural basketball league for children in grades 4-12 this winter. Registration is open until Jan. 24, and games will be played each Saturday from Feb. 2 to April 11.

The fee is $150 per team for church, mentor and community groups. Forms are available at the Kings Empowerment Center, 224 R.L. Chase Circle. Rosters are due by Jan. 24.

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Cornhole tournament
The City of Vicksburg’s Parks and Recreation Department will hold the inaugural Top Gun Cornhole Tournament Jan. 24 and 25 at the Vicksburg Convention Center.

Registration will continue through Jan. 17. The cost is $50 per two-person team, and the double-elimination tournament is open to adults ages 18 and up. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.

Registration forms are available at the Parks and Recreation office, at 100 Army Navy Drive, or the Vicksburg Convention Center. For more information call Joseph Graves at 601-634-4514 or 601-831-8050.

VWAA baseball registration
The Vicksburg Warren Athletic Association has opened registration for its 2020 spring youth baseball season. All games will be played at Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi. Online registration is available at vwaabaseball.org. The registration fee is $75 per player, but coaches are eligible for a $25 discount for their child. For more information, email vwaabaseball@gmail.com.

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