Volunteer Coaches Also Needed

Interested in playing any sports this fall? The Newport News Parks, Recreation, and Tourism department is currently accepting fall sports registrations for both adults and youth.

Adults interested in playing softball can attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, August 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Denbigh Community Center. The fall season runs September 7 through October 19 and games are played at Stoney Run Athletic Complex. Teams are forming and have a maximum roster of 25 players. If you are interested in entering a team this fall and you have any questions contact Athletics at athletics@nnva.gov. Or if you are an individual player looking to join a team, call 591-4892 or email Athletics to be added to a list and connect you with a team.

Due to increased interest, the City is also offering an adult fall field hockey league! Registration for the league is available now through August 20 online or at the Warwick Recreation Center.

Registration for fall youth soccer is currently open for players ages 5 to 17. You can register online, at any of the community centers or at the Warwick Recreation Center until August 7. The cost to register youth who are residents of Newport News is $35 and the non-resident cost is $50. All teams are coed. The season runs August 26 through November 4 with games and practices held at various sites throughout the city. The City is in need of volunteers to coach youth soccer this fall. If you are interested, contact Athletics at athletics@nnva.gov or 591-4892.