Note: Events may be canceled due to coronavirus outbreak. Each week, The Lima News publishes a calendar of events of local interest. Events should be submitted by noon Monday of each week to The Lima News.
ARCHERY
Allen County: The Allen County Archers hold 3-D shoots the first Saturday and Sunday of each month through September. It is open to all equipment. They are also holding traditional 3-D shoots on the third Saturday of the month all year long. They are open to all archery equipment. The Archers hold a “stump shoot” for traditional bows only the fourth Saturday of each month. Go to facebook.com/allencountyarchers or call Neal Wallace at 567-825-7109 for more information.
BASEBALL
Lima: A UNOH Fall Prospect Day will be held beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, at a cost of $125 for those in grades nine through 12. Contact Robert Maislin at [email protected] or 832-588-6904 or Grant Shives at [email protected] or 619-997-9499 for more information.
BASKETBALL
Fort Wayne, Ind.: Gym Rats and the Indy Heat are playing host to a pair of free clinics for coaches of all levels at the SportONE Fieldhouse on Saturday, Oct. 16, with a lineup of speakers. The clinics start at 9 a.m. and are hosted by former Indiana Tech coach Dan Kline. Registration is requested by emailing [email protected] or [email protected]. The clinics are designed for coaches to help younger players develop fundamental skills and master techniques appropriate to each age level. For more information, call Gym Rats at 260-471-5270.
EQUESTRIAN
Cridersville: The Equestrian Therapy Program will hold its 27th annual Ride A Thon from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at 22532 Bowsher (Grubb) Road. Riders will be demonstrating their skills and participating in a pledge ride. There will be a raffle and an online silent auction via handbid with all proceeds going to The Equestrian Therapy Program. Head to etpfarm.org or call 419-657-2700 for more information and to find out how to donate.
GOLF
Lima: the UNOH Sport Marketing & Management Golf Outing will be held Saturday, Sept. 18, at Springbrook Golf Club. This year’s event is centered around helping fund a trip for a select group of UNOH students to volunteer and gain unbelievable experience at Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles in February. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by a shotgun start at 10 a.m. There will also be a dinner where awards will be handed out. Cost is $75 per player, which includes green fees, cart and two drink tickets. Sponsorships are also available. To obtain an entry form, become a sponsor or for more information contact Philip Gunder at [email protected]. or 419-957-7688.
Findlay: The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law is sponsoring its inaugural golf outing Friday, Oct. 8, at Findlay Country Club. The event is a fundraiser for the law college’s public interest scholarship, which is awarded to qualified ONU law students who spend their summers providing assistance to those in need. The scholarship helps students with their summer living expenses. Registration is open for foursomes ($600) or individuals ($150). Each player will receive two beverage tickets, a gift bag, a raffle ticket and lunch. A reception will be held after the outing to present awards and prizes, recognize donors and sponsors and announce silent auction winners. Sponsorship opportunities are available, and silent auction donations are being accepted. To register, become a sponsor, make a silent auction donation or for more information email [email protected] or call 419-772-2220.
HORSESHOES
Lima: The Allen County Horseshoe Pitchers, located at 1815 C St., have openings in leagues and doubles. Open doubles begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturdays. Corn hole leagues are forming. Horseshoe pitchers are needed for new leagues. Contact Dwaine Klink at 419-235-3677 or Roy Moore at 419-231-3720 for information.
PICKLEBALL
Lima: Pickleball is played at Bradfield Center from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. All skill levels are welcome.
Lima: The Lima YMCA is holding open pickleball play from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (appointment only). Free for YMCA members and $3 per visit for nonmembers or $20 per month for nonmembers (unlimited play). Individuals can register online at limaymca.net. Call 419-223-6045 for more information.
RUNNING
St. Henry: Early bird registration has opened for the return of the Cooper Farms Turkey Trot 5K, benefiting Everheart Hospice. The race will take place Saturday, Nov. 6. Though the race is back in person this year, the post-race hot turkey meal will be served carry-out style. Registration with long sleeve Tek shirt is $30 for anyone ages 15 and older and $15 for those 14 and younger. Registration without receiving a shirt will be $15 for those 15 and olders and free for those 14 and younger. Prices increase after Oct. 3. To register and learn more about the race, gor to speedy-feet.com and search for Cooper Farms Turkey Trot 5K. Contact Hillary Stein at 419-763-4112 or [email protected] for more race information.
TRAPSHOOTING
Lima: The Lima Sabres have various shooting events. Thursday Trap Practice for Adults/Juniors/Beginners is 4 p.m. weekly. Adult Trap Practice is 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, weather permitting. All trap sessions are open to the public. For additional information, go to limasabres.com or visit on Facebook.
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