Running: Village Runner hosts it 22nd annual 4th of July 5K and Firecracker Dash beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, July 4 in Redondo Beach’s Riviera Village. Prior to the start of the race, there will be the Red, White, and Blue Costume Contest with cash prizes awarded for the best and most unique running costumes. Following the 5K, the popular Firecracker Dash races for kids 12 and under will begin at approximately 9:30 a.m. A post-race party will be held at Rock & Brews, 6300 Pacific Coast Hwy, within walking distance from the finish line. Entry fees are $40 for the 5K Run/Walk and $30 for the Firecracker Dash. Registration is available at Village Runner, 1811-A Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach or online at villagerunner.com.
Soccer: Open to boys and girls ages 6-9, the Fram Skills Academy will be teaching basic soccer skills during its eight-week session (one hour per week) at four locations beginning the week of July 6. Registration fee of $125/player includes a t-shirt and instruction from licensed Fram coaches. For more information, locations and to register, visit framsoccer.com.
Tennis: The 3rd annual Jester & Pharley Phund Benefit Doubles Tennis Tournament will be held at Alta Vista Park, 715 Julia St., Redondo Beach on Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. – 5p.m. with proceeds supporting the donation of the late David Saltzman’s book “The Jester Has Lost His Jingle” to children being treated for cancer. Entry fee is $45/players and includes lunch, photos and giveaways. A raffle and silent auction will also be held. To register, visit thejester.org.
Beach Volleyball: The CBVA will be hosting tournaments on Saturday, June 27 at the Manhattan Beach Pier. Competition includes Men’s AA, B, Women’s A and AA divisions. Entry fee is $45 per team ($65 for Open). For more information, contact JP Saikley, 310-220-9558 or visit cbva.com.
The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) will hold the first of four Marine Summer Series tournaments on Tuesday, June 30 at the Marine Street courts in Manhattan Beach. The first event features Girls 18U, 16U, 15U and 14U divisions. Entry fee is $55 per team. The series continues July 7, 14 and 21. On Saturday, Sunday, July 11-12, the 22nd annual AAU Junior National Championships will take place at the Hermosa Beach Pier. Boys and girls 10U through 18U divisions will compete. For more information, visit auubeach.org.
The 17th Annual BarryBob Invitational, a 4-person tournament and beach volleyball oldtimers day, will take place Saturday, July 11 at 9-4 The Strand, Manhattan Beach. Kids ages 10-14 (not yet in high school) can register for the 5th Junior BarryBob by contacting Tim Walmer, walmy1@aol.com.
The 4-on-4 Co-ed Beach Volleyball League begins Monday, July 6. Games will be north of the Hermosa Beach Pier from 6:15-8 p.m. Post league refreshments at Sharkeez with Bud Light, Red Bull, Barefoot, Deep Eddy,Cazedores, and food specials. Maximum of 40 teams. Individuals must contact billmagnum22@gmail.com to be placed on a team for registration. Registration must be made at the Community Center at 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. For more information or to register online, visit smackfestevents.com.
Billed as the largest co-ed 4’s beach volleyball tournament in the nation, Smackfest celebrates its 22nd year Saturday, July 18 on the south side of the Hermosa Beach Pier. Competition runs from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature many costume-themed teams. Proceeds benefit So Cal Foundation for Children (SCFC). The Dave Williams Memorial Pro Division will offer cash and prizes worth $5,000. Proceeds and raffle from the Pro Division will be donated to USA Volleyball’s fund in Williams’ name. The event features music, fashion, food and drinks. To register, visit smackfestevents.com.
Basketball: Coach Dave Miller, a current NBA and College basketball analyst, has announced his MVP CAMP summer basketball dates to be held at Aviation Sports Complex 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd Redondo Beach. The Monday through Friday sessions run from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. July 6-10 and Aug. 3-7. Both are open to boys and girls ages 5 -14. Online application is available at mvpcamp.com. For more information, call 310-995-2932.
Baseball: Run by Mira Costa coaches and players, the Mustangs Youth Summer Baseball Camp is open to players ages 5-13. The camps run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.- 12 noon July 27-31. Campers receive a shirt and small snack every day. There will be two divisions this year Juniors (5-10) and Elite (11-13) To register go to miracostabaseball.com or call 310-892-9988.
