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Jupiter Senior Softball Program Seeks More Players

Summer may be over but the fun doesn’t end for the
many Jupiter Senior Softball enthusiasts whose love of
the game has them turning out for games every Monday,
Wednesday and Friday morning, year-round.
Games follow batting practice at 8:30 a.m. at Jupiter
Community Park, 3373 Church St.
New players are always needed and urged to register
now to help fill teams for a Fall League and the 2020
Winter League that runs from January 2020 through
March. The softball program is open to men 55 and older
and players of all skill levels are welcome.
There is no upper age limit but most participants are
in their 60s and 70s, and some in their 80s.
The slow-pitch softball program began in 1988 and is Paul Straubinger makes contact.
sponsored by the Jupiter Senior Softball Association in
cooperation with the Town of Jupiter. A majority of the The league features several divisions that allow
players are retirees plus others with flexible hours that games for more competitive players as well as for those
allow them time to participate. A promotional flyer urges desiring a more relaxed style of play with an emphasis on Their faces say it best, that any day at the ballpark is a good
those interested to “Come Play in Paradise,” a reference enjoyment of the games. Registration can be made online one. They are, front row, left to right: Gene Holmes, Pete
to the state’s sunny climate that is conducive to games at www.leaguelineup.com/jssa. For more information Furio, Mike Manasia, Sid Dinerstein, Gary Brann and Glenn
throughout the year. contact Dave Summers at (561) 800-8230. Spacht. Back row, Pete Forgatch.
The River Center Hooks Another Successful Tournament!

The Junior Angler Fishing In hopes of accommodating all interested participants, Industries Association of Palm Beach County, Bass Pro Shop,
Tournament returned for its both fresh and saltwater photo submissions were accepted. West Palm Beach Fishing Club, D.O.A. Lures, Dick’s Sporting
sixth year this summer with Some kids enjoyed fishing from the lake in their backyard Goods, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
42 anglers participating in the for a trophy bass, while others preferred heading offshore and the Loxahatchee River District.
five-week competition. This in hopes of reeling in snappers. It was important for our The River Center is located at 805 N. U.S. Highway 1 in
tournament spans multiple tournament to cater to each angler’s preferences. The Jupiter at Burt Reynolds Park. Hours of operation: Sept. 1
weeks to allow anglers time to excitement of the tournament culminated in a family fish to May 31, Tuesday and Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and
catch as many fish as possible. fry at the River Center on Aug. 9, where the winners were Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June 1 to Aug.
Points are awarded not only announced, and prizes awarded. A hearty congratulations 31, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This unique
for the number of fish caught, goes out to the grand prize winner, Cameron Burlage who environmental center presents some of the largest aquatic
but also for the number of managed to reel in and photograph more than 416 fish and exhibits in the area with an interactive exploration of the
different species represented caught 45 different species! river, diverse wildlife and its majestic environmental value.
in the submissions. The more fish you catch and the more species With such tremendous turnout and interest in the In addition, guests learn where their water comes from,
you catch, the better your chances are to win! These innovative tournament, the River Center hopes to continue building on how it is consumed and recycled back into the community.
guidelines encourage contestants to spend time throughout the this accomplishment. We are already looking forward to next There are multimedia and live aquatic exhibits, and a touch
summer exploring the diversity of habitats and fish species in year’s competitive and educational summer adventure. The tank teeming with aquatic life. For more information about
our Palm Beach and Martin Counties, all while honing their River Center would like to thank our 2019 sponsors for their the River Center, please call (561) 743-7123 or visit www.
fishing skills. Our participants reeled in over 3,000 fish! support of our junior anglers: Fishing Headquarters, Marine lrdrivercenter.org.

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