Jay Recreational Basketball sign-ups Jay Recreational League basketball will hold its final registration on Sept. 29 from 9 – 11 a.m. at the old Jay High School gym. Registration fees are $50.
19th Annual Chamber Golf Classic The Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce will host its 19th Annual Tournament on Oct. 5, at Stonebrook Golf Club. Sponsorship opportunities remain available at this time. For more information on this event or to register call 623-2339.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Fire Truck Pull The annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Fire Truck Pull is right around the corner! This family friendly event will take place on Oct. 13 in downtown Pensacola at Seville Quarter. Teams of 20 people will compete to pull a fire truck 50 feet in the least amount of time. For more information contact the Ronald McDonald House in Pensacola.
Annual Down Syndrome Motorcycle Ride The 4th Annual Down Syndrome Motorcycle Ride is being held Oct. 13 hosted by Christ's Descendents. This ride starts at the Harley Davidson on Hwy 29 in Pensacola. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with first bike out at 10 a.m. $10 per bike, $5 for lunch and $5 for 6 raffle tickets. The ride stops at Stokes Victory Polaris where there will be a cookout and a huge raffle. Please come out and support a local charity. For more information call 255-0254.
Ghost Chase 5K The University of West Florida will host a Ghost Chase 5K on Oct. 13 at 9 a.m. Community members and students are encouraged to register for this 3.1 mile trail run on the beautiful University of West Florida campus. Community members wishing to participate in the Ghost Chase 5K can register on Active.com. Early bird registration is $15 before Oct. 6. The cost then increases to $20. The Ghost Chase 5K is free for UWF students. Students can register at UWF.EDU/RECREATION. Overall and divisional winners will receive prizes. Halloween Costumes are encouraged, and the best costume will receive a prize. Snacks and refreshments will be served at the race. Limit of 150 participants.
Garcon Point Bridge Run The Santa Rosa Education Foundation (SREF) is pleased to announce its 5th Annual Run/Walk for Education across the Garcon Point Bridge will be held on Oct. 20. This event supports SREF programs which include grants to classroom teachers, school matching grants, free classroom supplies for teachers, Take Stock in Children mentor support and college scholarships, and recognition of excellence in education. This 4.8 mile run/walk will begin at 8 a.m. Age division awards will be presented to runners and walkers. Post race activities will include hamburgers, hot dogs, and drinks for participants. Advance registration is encouraged. Entry fees are $20 for children under 18 and $25 for adults. After October 17th, all registration fees are $30. The first 300 participants will receive an event T-shirt. Registration is available online at www.active.com. Registration forms are downloadable at https://www.santarosa.k12.fl.us/sref/gpbr.htm.
AJGY Kelly Love Showcase Classic Junior golfers ages 11-18 are invited to compete in the AJGT Kelly Love Showcase Classic in Point Clear, Ala., at the Lakewood Golf Club Oct. 20 – 21 . The 2-day, 36-hole tournament is ranked by the Junior Golf Scoreboard and hosted by the Arrowhead Junior Golf Tour. Includes two days of green fees, tee gifts, and Trophies in four age divisions. The tournament extended registration deadline is Oct. 17 at noon. To enter the event, please call 318-402-2446 or enter online at www.arrowheadjgt.com.
Benny Russell Hall of Fame Nominations Nominations are now being accepted for Pace High School's Bennett C. Russell Athletic Hall of Fame. The induction will be pre-game of the Nov. 2 Homecoming football game. The Russell Hall of Fame was established in 2003 to honor former Pace High School athletes who distinguished themselves on and off the playing field. Nominees must be a former Patriot Athlete who has been out of school at least 10 years, an honorable individual who reflects the strong character of Benny Russell, and have proven themselves as a positive role model in the community. Nominations will be accepted through Sept. 28 and may be picked up at any Pace High School Office or on the Pace High School website- pacehighschool.net.
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: Sports Sideline- September 22, 2012