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SPORTS BRIEFS
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Wednesday, 16 January 2008
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FLAFA cancels January meeting
The Forest Lake Fastpitch Association (FLAFA) holds its monthly meeting on the third Thursday of each month at Stella's (formerly Dummys) at 7 p.m. The meeting scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 17 has been canceled. The next meeting will be Thursday, Feb. 21.
The FLAFA is also seeking coaches for the upcoming 2008 season. Applications can be downloaded at www.FLAFA.org, or Jean Modjeski can be contacted at 651-755-6498. The application deadline is Thursday, Jan. 31.
Boys basketball team pancake breakfast at Applebee's, Jan. 19
The Forest Lake High School boys basketball team will host a pancake breakfast fundraiser at the Forest Lake Applebee’s on Saturday, Jan. 19, from 8 – 10 a.m. The cost $5 per ticket. Tickets will be available at the door, or at the home game against Woodbury on Tuesday, Jan. 15, or from any player, or contact Rich Lentsch at
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Follow Forest Lake Boys basketball at www.flrangerhoops.com.
Wrestling's Alumni Night, Jan. 25
On Friday, Jan. 25, as part of the Forest Lake wrestling team's "Main Event” match against No. 2 ranked Hastings, the Rangers are also holding Alumni Night. All wrestling alums are invited to attend, including wrestlers, coaches, cheerleaders, statisticians and managers. Get out and meet the new coaching staff and show your support for Forest Lake wrestling. Any questions, contact Roger Kolbow at 651-464-6851.
Swim teams need assistance
The Forest Lake aquatic teams could use your help. After the Wavemakers booster club purchased the new scoreboard and sound system, they now have an understandable shortage in funds. The school district is unable to lend support, but the teams' are now in need of basic items.
• Eight gymnastics mats (bi-folds, 10x3)
• Free weights. ie., 5, 10, 15-pound hand weights
• Padded weight bench
• Aerobic steps (height of 10" or more)
• Jump ropes, big enough for tall boys
• Rubber dot mats (rubber pads that are approximately 1/2" thick. 4x4)
• New or used camera and TiVo system.
For those who can help, contact Deb Welch at 651-464-0886, or simply bring the items to the Southwest Junior High pool.
Youth Night at girls basketball
Attention all basketball players: Tuesday, Jan. 29 is Youth Night at the Forest Lake girls basketball game. The first 50 youth at the game will receive a free T-shirt. For those who are a part of Ranger Nation, you are invited to a free pizza party at 6:30 p.m. in the Forest Lake Cafeteria. Make sure you show your support with your gold, Ranger Nation T-shirt.
'Fishapalooza' arrives Feb. 16
On Saturday, Feb. 16, Ice Hole Productions presents the Forest Lake VFW Post 4210 2008 Fishapalooza Ice Fishing Contest. Tickets of $30 are on sale now. The price increases to $40 on Sunday, Jan. 27. Tickets are available online, and at Forest Lake VFW, Mike's Bait on 8, Friar Tucks, Frankie's Bait and Marine, Forest Lake Gander Mountain, or call 651-249-1091. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.icefishingforestlake.com.
Family open gym in Scandia
The Scandia Park and Recreation Committee is sponsoring an Open Gym program at Scandia Elementary School in January. The gym will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on all four Saturdays in January (5, 12, 19 and 26). Play games like dodgeball, capture the flag, basketball and more. Parents need to stay to supervise their own children and up to five friends, for a maximum of six children per parent. Volunteers will be on duty to issue equipment and assist with supervision. Families interested in playing basketball should bring their own ball (a limited number will be available.) This is a drop-in program so no pre-registration is necessary. Contacts: Mike Goeken, Park and Recreation Committee, 651-433-3977,
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, or Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator, 651-433-2274, e-mail:
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Running Aces seeks senior staff
The Running Aces Harness Park has openings in its senior positions, like General Manager, Internal Compliance Officer, Director of Racing Operations, Director of Finance, Director of Marketing/PR, Director of Food and Beverage and more. If interested, contact Running Aces at 952.853.9990, or mail resume to Southwest Casino Corporation, 2001 Killebrew Drive #350, Bloomington, MN 55425.
'Bear'ly Open ice golf tourney
White Bear Events and the White Bear Lake Rotary Club are working together to put on the “hottest” event of the season — the ‘BEAR’ly Open Ice Golf Tournament. The ‘BEAR’ly Open Golf Tournament, an official St. Paul Winter Carnival Event, is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 26, and will take place on the ice at Ramsey County Beach in White Bear Lake at 10 a.m. There will be two 9-hole courses. Form your own foursome; the tournament is open to all ages. Registration is limited to 500 adventurous golfers; no golfing experience necessary. All proceeds from the event will benefit the White Bear Lake Emergency Food Shelf. For registration forms and information visit www.explorewhitebear.org.
FLAAA meets on 2nd Tuesday
The FLAAA holds its regular monthly meeting the second Tuesday of each month at The Cornerstone in Wyoming at 7 p.m. Questions about the FLAAA or meetings call Terri or Larry Porter at 651-464-8094. The next meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 12.
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