Athletics
The following links will take you to information about the various programs offered, including links to PDF registration forms and/or PDF schedules where applicable.
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Online payment of Recreation fees is now available.
Coaches Corner
All league teams in Southern Pines Recreation Sports Programs are dependent upon having adult managers and assistant coaches to provide instruction, leadership, and coordinating team practices. Their knowledge, time and efforts make a difference in our youth's experience while participating in team sports. Become a Volunteer Coach or Coach Helper and experience with your child the fun and excitement of youth sports and competition. Join the team - print out the form(s) listed below and return to Southern Pines Recreation Department 482 E. Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 today! (must be 16 years of age or older). Coach's will need to fill out both forms.
Volunteer Release (PDF)
Volunteer Coach Application (PDF)
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Sandhills Officials Association
The Sandhills Officials Association is currently recruiting sports officials for the coming year. Includes officiating of football, basketball, softball, and kickball games. No experience necessary. If interested please contact J.C. Frye at 910-639-9031 or via email or Barry Miller at 910-695-6561 or email.
Officials Application (PDF)
GOLF
Youth Golf Lessons
(Ages 7-15 as of 2011)
Golf is a sport you can play for a lifetime, so get your son or daughter started today! Kevin Taylor, Golf Professional at Knollwood Fairways will once again teach spring lessons. Class emphasis is on swing mechanics, club selection and basic rules and etiquette. Lessons will be taught on Wednesday evenings and are co-sponsored by Knollwood Fairways. Junior Golf clubs are available for check out at the Campbell House.
Check back in the spring for more golf lessons.
TENNIS
Youth Tennis Lessons
(Ages 7 - 15 as of Aug 1, 2011)
The Southern Pines Recreation and Parks Department will again offer beginner level tennis lessons for youth this spring! In addition to learning a fun sport and further developing their tennis skills, your children will get a great workout and meet new friends! Lessons are Co-Sponsored by Sandhills Tennis Association and taught at Southern Pines Memorial Park Tennis Courts on Tuesday evenings.
Check back in the spring for more lessons.
Winter Youth Basketball 
Additional Practices week of Jan 2nd (PDF)
(Ages 5-12 - ages as of October 16, 2011)
This fun and instructional basketball league for children 5 - 12 years old will begin in early December. League focus will be on basic skill development, teamwork... and fun of course! The Southern Pines Recreation Department is always looking for volunteer coaches, so if you are interested, let us know! Registration forms are below or come by the Campbell House (482 E Connecticut Avenue) and sign up in person.
Pre-registration is required.
Registration deadline: Thursday, November 10, 2011
Fee: $10r / $25nr
Registration (PDF)
Ages 5 & 6 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/6/11
Ages 7 & 8 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/6/11
Ages 9 & 10 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/6/11
Boys
Ages 11 & 12 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/6/11
Boys
Ages 9 & 10 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/27/11
Girls
Practice: Wednesday, Dec. 7th 6:15
Every saturday in Dec. at 4:00 pm
Ages 11 & 12 Schedule (PDF) Updated 12/27/11
Girls
Practice: Wednesday, Dec. 7th 7:15
Every saturday in Dec. at 4:00 pm
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13-15 Year Old Basketball League
Additional Practices week of Jan 2nd (PDF)
This league was designed for older youth who don't play school basketball to get the opportunitiy to come out and play. Eligible participants must be between the ages of 13-15 as of October 16, 2011. This basketball program will run from December through March, 2012.
Pre-Registration is required.
Registration ends: Thursday, December 8 NEW
Schedule: Practices on Tueday, games on Thursday.
Fee: $10r / $25nr
Registration (PDF)
Schedule (PDF)
Sunday Open Gym
Are you tired of just sitting around and watching television during the winter months? Get up, get moving, and get some exercise! The Southern Pines Recreation Center Gyms are open each Sunday for pick-up basketball games from 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Open Gym requires a season pass:
15 and under: $5r / $10nr
16 and up: $10r / $20nr
Passes are good for the entire season - but cannon be pro-rated. You must have a pass and ID to attend Open Gym. Passes are sold at the Southern Pines Recreation Department Mondays - Fridays from 8:30am - 5:00pm.
Open Gym runs December 4th through March 4th. (Closed 12/25 and 1/1).
Registration (PDF)
Girls Fast Pitch Softball
(Ages 13-15 as of January 1, 2012) *
The Southern Pines Recreation and Parks Department has continued efforts with Moore County Parks and Recreation to create a girls fast pitch softball league for the spring. This league will follow the Dixie Softball rules, with most games played at Hillcrest Park in Carthage.
Practices are scheuled to begin the first week of April
Registration Deadline: March 1, 2012
Fee: $10r /$25nr
* 12 year olds can play in this league, ONLY if they have played on a middle school fast pitch softball team for at least one (1) season.
Registration (PDF)
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Sandhills Optimist Baseball
(Ages 7-13 as of April 30, 2012)
This league is administered by Sandhills Optimist Club. The season will run from March until July.
Divisions: Major League 11 & 12 years. Minor League 9 & 10 years and Rookie League 7 & 8 years.
Registration Deadline: February 15, 2012
Evaluation Day is March 3, 2012
Opening Day: March 31, 2012
Fee: $65
Registration Form
ADULT ACTIVITIES
Industrial Basketball League
Organizational Meeting
A Men's Industrial Basketball League will be offered again this winter. A team representative must attend this meeting to determine interest in the program. Important information such as fees, rules and regulations, and dates will be discussed. Game dates and times will vary depending on the number of teams in the league, but will range from Monday - Thursday evenings at 7:00, 8:00 or 9:00 pm.
Location of Meeting: Train House (next to Campbell House)
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Time: 6:00 pm
For more information call Chris Wiley 692-2463
Schedule (PDF)
Standings (PDF) Updated 1/24/12
Adult Church Softball League
The Southern Pines Recreation & Parks Department will hold an organizational meeting for its Adult Church Softball League on Tuesday, March 6, 6:00 pm. All teams should send a representative to the meeting, as league rules, regulations, and fees will be discussed. League play will begin in April at the Armory and Optimist Fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Churches may enter a team by themselves, or join with o more than 3 other churches to form a team. Any sponsoring church team must be in Moore County. For more information, call the Southern Pines Recreation Department at 692-2463.
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 6, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
Location: Train House (next to Recreation Office/Campbell House)
482 E. Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387
Program Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning in mid-April 6:30pm, 7:30pm or 8:30pm game times.
Location: Armory & Optimist Softball Fields
Morganton Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Program Fee: TBD at managers meeting
(must be at least 15 years old as of 4/1/12 to participate)
Flyer (PDF)
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