BASEBALL

STING 15U PLAYERS NEEDED

This South King County team is seeking two more competitive players to complete its roster, including one whose primary position is catcher. The team will play in seven or eight tournaments throughout next spring and summer. More information: Duane Christensen at (206) 669-8252.

EVERGREEN STATE SPORTS

The organization is accepting NEW PLAYER REQUESTS for interviews for admission into its developmental programs. Teams currently seeking to fill rosters are 9-U, 11-U, 12-U, 13-U, 15/16-U, and 18-U. The 2008-09 TRAINING YEAR CYCLE is now under way. Team and individual sessions are available. The club is forming new 8- and 10-year-old teams to join its 12, 14, 16 and 18 age squads. Teams have limited spots available. Individual players may train with existing teams. The FALL INSTRUCTIONAL SERIES is in progress. Private, small group and team instructin is available working with coach Brian Embery. TEAM FACILITY RENTAL REQUESTS are being accepted. Options include rental only, or team training provided by Coach Embery. Limited time slots are available. More information on all of the above is available by contacting Coach Embery at (253) 218-9713.

BASEBALL JAZZ

Professional lessons, camps and team clinics are being offered by former Atlanta Braves scout Steve Goucher and the Jazz staff. More information: (206) 230-9011, or online at www.baseballjazz.com.

BASKETBALL

THE WAY TO WIN FALL TRAINING

Training for boys and girls in grades 8-12 will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at Kentwood High School. Training for boys and girls in grades 6-8 will be available on Mondays from 6:30-8 p.m. at South Bellevue Community Center in Eastgate. More information: Barbary Berry at (206) 713-4321, or online at www.thewaytowin.com.

TEAMS WANTED

The Auburn Select Winter Basketball League is open for boys teams in grades 4-8. The team entry fee for a 13-game schedule is $600. Registration is under way now. More information: Tony Callero at (253) 261-4393, or online at www.auburn.wed.edu/AHS/default.htm; or e-mail to Tonycallero@hotmail.com.

AUBURN PARKS ADULT WINTER LEAGUE

This 5-on-5 league is for players 18 and older, complete with officials, playoffs and awards. Teams play a 10-game schedule in a division with teams of similar skill level. Games are at local high schools and middle schools on Mondays through Thursdays, depending on level. The cost is $650 per team, and the early registration deadline is Nov. 26. More information: Auburn Parks at (253) 931-3043.

FASTPITCH

NORTHWEST KRUSH

This new 14U program in the Auburn-Puyallup area is seeking players. Tryouts can be arranged and more information is available by contacting Mark at (206) 793-2449, or by e-mailing to m.larsen@comcast.net.

12U PLAYERS NEEDED

A select team is seeking a few players from the Renton/Maple Valley/Enumclaw area, especially pitcher and shortstops. Tryouts can be arranged by e-mailing head coach Michael at N231GH@aol.com.

FISHING

W. WASHINGTON WALLEYE CLUB

The club meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. behind and below the Green Acres Learning Center, 1826 S. 240th St. (just past Highline Community College). Guests are always welcome. More information: (253) 852-3296 or http://walleye-club.com or P.O. Box 4204, Kent, 98032, or e-mail: sports@foxinternet.net.

NORTHWEST BASSMASTERS

The club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bellefield Office Park Complex Center, 1150 114th Ave. S.E. in Bellevue. More information: Kirk Bain at (425) 922-3469.

HOCKEY

BEGINNERS PROGRAM

The Sno-King Junior Thunderbirds will offer a year-round, beginners-level program for boys and girls ages 5-10. No skating experience is necessary. The program will be on Saturdays at Castle Ice in the Renton Highlands, or at Kingsgate Ice Arena in Kirkland. Players are welcome to join at any time. More information: online at www.snokinghockey.com.

ICE SKATING

LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES

An eight-week series with group and private lessons for boys, girls and adults is being offered at KENT VALLEY ICE CENTRE. Instruction is based on criteria set forth by the Ice Skating Institute. Skating classes are a solid starting point for those interested in figure skating or hockey. The facility is located at 6015 S. 240th St. in Kent. More information: (253) 850-2400, ext. 19, or online at www.FamilyNightOut.com.

SWIMMING

AUBURN POOL

The pool offers several programs. PUBLIC SWIMS are available Monday through Friday from 1-3 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. at $2.75 for adults and $2.25 for youths. LAP SWIMS are scheduled for Monday through Friday from 6-8 a.m., noon-1 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. at $3.75 for adults and $2.75 for youths. LESSONS are available on a Monday-Wednesday or Tuesday-Thursday basis from 5:30-7 p.m., and on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-noon. Prices depend on age. The pool is adjacent to Auburn High at 516 4th St. N.E. More information: (253) 939-8825.

WATER POLO

WASHINGTON WATER POLO CLUB

New members are welcome. More information: (425) 896-0495.

VOLLEYBALL

PASSION 4 THE GAME CAMPS

These camps are created especially for players who are not on a club team. Three levels are offered: Fundamental, Intermediate, and Varsity. All camps are open to girls in grades 6-12. The season goes from January to April. Early registration ends Dec. 18; the final registration deadline is Jan. 8. More information is online at www.Passion4theGame.com.