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Law Enforcement Outdoor Challenge planned
RIVER VALE - The River Vale police department community policing unit is hosting the first annual Bergen County Law Enforcement Outdoor Challenge on Sunday, September 22.

The event is a one-day charity race involving law enforcement officers combining a run/walk, biking, hiking and rafting throughout the county. All proceeds will benefit the Joubert Syndrome Foundation and the Special Needs Trust Fund for the children of Ridgewood Patrol Glenn Ender.

The department is seeking business that which to donate items to be sued as prizes. Monetary and sponsorship opportunities are also available. Corporations and business can donate $150 to sponsor a water raft and checkpoints throughout the course.

Individuals with or without race knowledge can volunteer for the event. For more information, email Sgt. Gary Blumenthal here or email Officer Valeri Speranza here or call them at 201-664-1111.

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River Vale earns honors at Tenafly tournament
TENAFLY - The River Vale seventh and eight grade girls softball team earned a second-place in the highly competitive "Safe at Home" tournament in Tenafly. Team members include River Vale's Erin Fahey, Angela Carillo, Gina Sapuppo, Katie McKeary, Erika Lewis, Lia Ribustello, Rebecca Heim, Jennifer Lipschultz, Allison Ruppino, Lauren Sabato and Amy Beidman.

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Bergen Area Legion team wins first tourny matchup
EMERSON - The Bergen Area American Legion Team of Emerson recently took its first step in winning its tiebreaker series vs. West New York and Lyndhurst. Emerson defeated West New York in the best-two-of-three series and advances to a single-elimination game vs. Lyndhurst, the third 12-4 team. The winner of that team moves on to play the division-winning River Vale American Legion team.

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Jersey United Soccer team defeats Austria
AUSTRIA - The Bergen County-based Jersey United women's soccer team captured its fourth European Soccer Championship recently with a 2-0 victory over ASV St. Margarethan of Austria. Sarah Ruby of Glen Rock scored the eventual game-winning -- and title-winning -- goal in the first half. Early in the second half, Piscataway's Jillian Madeira notched the second score.

Along the way Jersey United defeated Team Seattle (5-0). After Austria, the team heads to the Czech Republic for the Budweis Cup. Jersey has teams in its bracket from Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Denmark. Jersey United was a finalist in the 1998 Budweis Cup but was eventually defeated on penalty kicks.

Other players include: Lisa Beattie of Ridgewood, Megan Fenton of Piscataway, Libby Ludwig of Commack (NY), Dana Riley, Katie Jacobson, Julie Ougheltree, Andrea Ng, Lisa Henderson and Trisha McGowan of Ridgewood; Jamie Fried of Upper Saddle River; Christine Petrosi and Robyn Bovino of Ho-Ho-Kus; Crystin Murphy of Ramsey; Sarah Nagle of Glen Rock; Jennifer Kies of Huntington Station (NY) and Megan Balaisius of Flanders (NY). The team, coached by Jeff Yearing, will end its tour in Paris for some friendly matches.

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Local school offers youth sports program
RIDGEWOOD - During the week of August 12 through 19, the Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department and the Parisi School of Speed, Agility and Quickness will offer a summer program for Ridgewood youth players in grades one through eight. The event will take place Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. and will teach children how to improve speed, quickness, coordination, balance, flexibility and specific movement skills.

To register, stop by the Stable at 259 North Maple Avenue between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Contact the Ridgewood Parks Department at 201-670-5560 for more information.

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Ramapo Rally Bicycle Outing in its 25th year
NORTH JERSEY - The Bicycle Touring Club of North Jersey is holding it's 25th silver anniversary Ramapo Rally. The outing will be held rain or shine on Sunday, September 29. The start is in the scenic Ramapo Valley at the Center for Family Resources in Ringwood. The Ramapo Rally features a choice of five routes of 25, 50, 75 and 100 miles. There will also be an escorted family ride of 12.5 miles. Rides are geared for all levels of cyclists.

For more information call Joel Seidenstein at 201-944-7226 or contact the Club here.

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Ridgewood grad named to '03 U.S. Lacrosse team
RIDGEWOOD - 2002 Ridgewood High School Grad Michael Culver is among those selected to represent the 2003 United States on the lacrosse team. Culver, who will attend the University of Virginia this fall, is among only 22 others who will play for the U.S. Team at next summer's ILF U-19 World Championship. The players come from seven states and the District of Columbia and were selected from a tryout of 120 of the nation's top players. Other metro area representatives include Steve Panarelli of Massapequa (NY), Gregory Cohen of Syosset (NY), Matthew Danowski of Farmingdale (NY) and Glenn Nick of Garden City (NY). For a complete list of players click here.

The championship, to be held in conjunction with the IWLCA U-19 championship, will be hosted by US Lacrosse at Towson (MD) University from June 26 through July 6, 2003. The tryouts for the 2003 Women's Under-19 Team will be held this year from August 12 through 14 at the United Sports Training Center in Downingtown (PA). Complete information on the US Lacrosse national teams program is available here.

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U.S. Lacrosse holds summer tournaments
NEW YORK - Two summer tournaments affiliated with US Lacrosse will take place next month. The Summit Lacrosse Tournament at Lake Placid, N.Y., is held from Aug. 8-11 and the Ocean City (Md.) Lacrosse Classic is held from Aug. 15-18. For more information on US Lacrosse events click here.

Interested in Officiating? The Men's Division Officials Council will implement a highly-anticipated Officials Training Program for boys' and men's lacrosse. The new instructional video "The Third Team on the Field" will complement the Training Manual being offered in clinics around the country beginning this fall. The video will also be for sale through the US Lacrosse online Gift Shop here.

If you're interested in becoming a men's official, send an e-mail here. For women's lacrosse, send an e-mail here.

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MLS hosts local soccer camps
NORTH JERSEY - Major League Soccer Camps has announced its upcoming schedule for area Soccer Camps. These camps are taught by fully-trained and licensed Major League Soccer Camps coaches. Upcoming camps include:

JULY 29 - AUGUST 2: Nutley Recreation and Travel ; AUGUST 5 -9: Highpoint Soccer Club, Mine Hill Soccer Club ; AUGUST 12 - 16: Washington Township Soccer Association, Ringwood Recreation, New Milford Recreation Department, New York Sports Club of Ramsey, Ridgefield Park Soccer Association ; AUGUST 19 - 23: Tenafly United Soccer, Dumont Soccer Club, Emerson Soccer, Clifton Recreation, Jersey City Soccer Association, Lyndhurst Youth Soccer Club, Harrington Park American Youth Soccer Organization, Lincoln Park PAL ; AUGUST 26 - 30: YM/YWHA of North Jersey.

Campers receive player evaluations, an MLS gift, a tee-shirt, a soccer ball and free companion tickets to an MLS game. Parents and coaches may also attend a free MLS coaching clinic during the week of the camp. For more information regarding camp times, locations and prices visit the MLS Camps web site here, register online here or call Dee Kelly at 201-265-3595.

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Women's Baseball League announces fall dates
WOOD-RIDGE - The local division of the East Coast Women's Baseball League will conduct a 10-game fall season beginning Sunday, September 8. The League will include an All-Star Game, Playoffs and a Best-of-Three Championship Series. Next game for the Summer League is Sunday, July 21 at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Smith Field in Parsippany. For details visit the ECWNL here and click on League News or call 201-460-3702.

This month Cablevision is airing a piece on the ECWBL. For times and local channels click here.

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Ridgewood football camp slated for August
RIDGEWOOD - The Ridgewood Wing-T Football Camp, a non-contact instructional camp for grades 5 through 12, will be conducted August 5 through 9 at Ridgewood High School from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. The camp is sponsored by the Ridgewood Junior Football Association and is directed by Chuck Johnson, Ridgewood High School's head football coach.

Campers are asked to bring athletic shoes and sneakers, gym shorts, an extra tee-shirt, an athletic supporter and a towel. They are also asked to bring their lunches with them each day. Water will be available throughout the day from the training staff. All campers are covered by a group insurance policy provided by the camp. It is recommended that each camper receive a physical exam from his family doctor prior to the start of the camp.

Tuition for the week is $200 per camper. A nonrefundable deposit of $50 must be sent with the application. The tuition included insurance, a camp tee-shirt in addition to instruction and use of all facilities. Camp applications are available at the Stable on Maple Avenue and at the Ridgewood High School main office and fitness center or email the RJFA here.

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Local teams compete for Williamsport tournament
NORTH JERSEY - Several local teams have been competing in baseball's popular Little League Baseball Tournament, which culminates in the nationally televised event in Williamsport (PA).

The Ridgewood National team, comprised of players from the west side of Ridgewood, won its tournament debut against Dumont, 4-2. In it's second game, the Ridgewood Nationals toppled Township of Washington, 6-0.

River Edge narrowly defeated the Ridgewood American team, comprised of players from Ridgewood's east side, 3-2. In it's second game, the Americans took it on the chin in a one-sided 13-2 loss to Woodcliff Lake.

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NJ Ice Dogs hockey team seeks players
BERGEN COUNTY - The New Jersey Ice Dogs, a youth ice hockey organization, has a positions open for players for the upcoming fall/winter season. Teams are open to area youths at the Mite, Squirt, PeeWee and Bantam levels.

The 2002-03 season, which begins in October and runs through March, will include some travel games and tournaments, Practices will begin prior to the season and will run throughout the season. All non-travel games will be held at the Ice House in Hackensack. All of the Ice Dogs coaching staff are USA Hockey certified coaches who have extensive experience in coaching all levels of hockey.

For more information email the Ice Dogs here or call Mary Hausler at 201-599-0356 or Donna Dymkowski at (973) 546-8313 after 6 p.m.

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URTC takes Bergen A Division tennis crown
BERGEN COUNTY - In the end it was victories over Leonia and Oritani II that propelled the Upper Ridgewood Tennis Center I team to the Bergen County Tennis League A Division title. The URTC, which was 29-6 this season, won by a two-game margin over the defending champion Oritani Field Club I of Hackensack. Both the number-one and two doubles teams were undefeated during the season. This is the club's 90 year anniversary during which many championships have been won.

Team members included: Kevin Schmidt of Mahwah, played for Montclair State University; George Rork of Wyckoff, played for University of Pennsylvania; John Kennelly of Mahwah, played for Manhattan College; Ron Erskine of Ridgewood, former University of North Carolina star and former world-ranked player; Jim McNamara of Ridgewood, played for Fordham University and Jim Grey of Ridgewood, played for Fairleigh Dickinson University. Other players included Rob Saydah of Glen Rock Chris Olsen of Woodcliff Lake, Paul Wishnof of Upper Saddle River and Eddie Gartner of Wyckoff.

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Ridgewood Rangers win championship
RIDGEWOOD - The Ridgewood Rangers 11- and 12-year-old baseball team recently took the village Little League Championship. The Rangers, East Side Division Champs, defeated the West Side Division Champs, the Phillies, 1-0.

Members of the team include: Jeff Eidschun, Dash Schwartz, Mark Rykken, Dom Russo, Mike Kerner, Will Reilly, Paolo King, Pete DeCandia, Peter Cafone, Kevin Boyce, Paul Rispoli, Arvind Krishnamurthy, Head Coach Jan Schwartz and assistant coaches Jim Boyce and Pete Cafone.

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Yogi Berra Museum announces summer hours
MONTCLAIR - The Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center houses a permanent collection of memorabilia highlighting baseball's social history and the life of the New York Yankee legendary catcher.

Located on the campus of Montclair University, the museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The admission fee is $4 for adults and $2 for students and children. For reservations and information click here or call (973) 655-2378.

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Third annual golf outing planned
HAWTHORNE - The third annual George Abood Memorial Golf Outing is planned for September 23 at Wallkill Golf Club in Wallkill, New York. The event will benefit the Hawthorne Community Library Foundation and the Hawthorne and the Hawthorne PBA scholarship fund.

Tickets are $100 each for golf and dinner at Macaluso's. The shotgun start is at 10 a.m. For reservations, contact Sharon Abood at 973-427-3702.

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Westwood Charity Golf Outing announced
RIVER VALE - The seventh annual Westwood Mayor's Charity Golf Outing will be held at Valley Brook Golf Club in River Vale on Friday, September 6, with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. This year's proceeds will go to the Westwood September 11 Memorial Fund to assist in building a memorial to victims in Westwood's Veterans' Park.

For an application, call Peter Grefrath at 201-664-7100, extension 142. The deadline for entry is Tuesday, August 20.

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MLS hosts local soccer camps
RIVER EDGE/ORADELL - The Riverdell Soccer Association will host Major League Soccer Camps at Memorial Field from July 29 to August 2 at KBG Field from August 12 to 16. The camps will be taught by fully-trained and licensed Major League Soccer Camps coaches. The following camps programs are available:

AUGUST CAMP: Ages 5 and 6, 5 to 6:30 p.m. or 6:30 to 8 p.m., $63; ages 7 to 15, 5 to 8 p.m., $103.

Each camper will receive an individual player evaluation, and MLS gift, a tee-shirt, a soccer ball and free companion tickets to an MLS game. After the week-long program, all players will participate in an end-of-camp MLS Stadium graduation ceremony. Parents and coaches may also attend a free MLS coaching clinic during the week of the camp.

For more information regarding the River Dell camp times, locations and prices visit the MLS Camps web site here, register online here or call Dee Kelly at 201-265-3595. For further information on MLS Camps, call Dave Jervis at 800-680-6272 or email him here.

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Dates set for men's tennis championship
RIDGEWOOD - The New Jersey men's 45 singles championships will be played at Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club, 915 Glenview Road in Ridgewood the week of August 5 through 11. For information, call Rick Bograd at 201-447-0552.

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Net gains for Hillsdale Hoops
HILLSDALE - The Hillsdale Hoops third and fourth grade boys traveling basketball team recently posted a 13-3 record in its inaugural season as it took the first-place title in the Northern Jersey Junior Basketball League's National Division. Team members include Steven Day, Jonathan Malmut, Michael Greengarten, Joshua Kramer, Ryan Meckler, Tom Corra, Ryan Schorr, Tom Jansen, Derek Weigel, Michael Crane, Jonathan Reich and Coach Mark Malmut.

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Tennis anyone? Van Saun Park to host league
BERGEN COUNTY - The Bergen County Tennis Center at Van Saun Park in Paramus will host a men's and women's singles tennis league. The league will begin on Saturday, August 3 and will run for 11 weeks.

All players will be grouped based on the national rating system: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 4.75, 5.0. The deadline to register is Sunday, July 28. For more information, call Ron Schreiber at the Van Saun Park Tennis Center, 201-265-1028.

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Arsenal unloads on competition at soccer tournies
PASCACK VALLEY - The Pascack Arsenal boys U13 soccer team recently captured the Manalapan Tournament Crown with a narrow 3-2 victory over the Bergen Raiders. Team members include Chris Cho, Rob Fernandez, Nick Williams, Joe Capogrosso, Howie Smith, Mark Lamonica, John Mango, Sandro Altherr, Brian Amoratto, Josef Tomitsch, Matthew Zlotkin, Justin Brennan, Mark Indiveri, Hayato Kanesaka, Eddie Kim and coaches Howard Smith and Norman Kanesaka.

The Pascack Arsenal U9 boys soccer team also took first place at the Tournament, posting a perfect 4-0 record. Members of the squad are: Aaron Band, Jared Kissler, Jacob Lemash, Giovanni Esposito, Joshua Wilson, Sean Johnson, Joseph DeCotiis, Eric Buschsbaum, Adam McElrath, Joseph Giovatto, Dennis Cho, Joseph Laurenzano and coaches Rob Giovatto and Sung Cho.

The Pascack Arsenal U-11 girl's soccer team recently took first place at the prestigious JAGS (Jersey Area Girls Soccer) Tournament in Bordenstown (NJ). Teammates include: Rachel Westwon, Nicole Pecoraro, Katrina Battle, Kelly Keinhart, Zoey Talias, Samantha Stein, Taylor Schulte, Pamela Vangelas, Jennifer Keller, Melissa McKeary, Caroline Shiel, Janelle Biagini, Amy Van Dyk, Kaitlin Barry and Coach Josh Muscadin.

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Third annual basketball camp planned
GLEN ROCK - The third annual Moody Brothers Basketball Camp will be directed by Craig and Scott Moody from July 29 to August 2 at St. Catherine Church in Glen Rock. The camp is geared to boys and girls entering grades 2 through 9 in September.

Craig was a first-team All-County selection in basketball at Ridgewood High School in 1994 and scored 1,104 points at Trinity College in Hartford (CT). Scott is the assistant coach for the Ironmen at Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey.

For additional information or a camp brochure, call Scott at 201-681-6377 or Craig at 201-681-3113. Walk-ons will be accepted at St. Catherine's on July 29.

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New City Orioles fly to early tourny victory
ROCKLAND COUNTY - The New City Orioles Little League Team recently won the first game of their championship series. On Sunday they became the Junior League champions when they defeated the New City Dodgers, 16-15.

Pitcher Mike Buffamante picked up the win in the game and Justin Leon allowed one hit to gain the save as the Orioles won the League Championship series. Mike Day led the Orioles by driving in four runs on three hits. Matt Fliesser drove in three runs, while Chris Griggs, Neil Schonfeld and Jesse Gold all had two hits apiece. Pete Andromidas turned in a defensive gem at first base.

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Dodgers take Junior Softball League crown
RIDGEWOOD - The Ridgewood Dodgers fifth and sixth graders won the Ridgewood Junior Softball League Championship to cap off a perfect 14-0 season. Team members include: Shelby Taylor, Brittany Ghaderi, Lizzie Goodfriend, Stephanie Taylor, Janice Ace, Maura Whitman, Chelsea Farrell, Russell Clark, Clare Tilton, Rochell Baross, Mia Martinez, Jessica Peacock, Hayley Clark, Alex Cowan, Sarah Cauthen and Coach Robert Peacock.

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Cobras put the bite on Bandits, 10-7
ROCKLAND COUNTY - The Marlboro Cobras topped the Pine Bush Bandits, 10-7, in Marlboro's Collegiate Baseball League.

Nick Marino homered and drive in two runs and Jesse Whitney went 3-for-3. Mike Quinn added two hits and three RBI. John Geni was the winning pitcher for Marlboro, he's 8-9. Nick Glielmi went 3-for-4 with two RBI for Pine Bush (11-8).

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Date set for Riverside Vets Golf Outing
HAWTHORNE - The Riverside Vets Emil Malizia Golf Outing will be held on September 9 at the Passaic County Golf Course. The shotgun start is at 12 noon. The cost is $90 per golfer which includes dinner at The Brownstone. For reservations call Nick Andretta at 973-427-9046 or Rocco Cirocco at 973-427-6788.

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Coaching course offered in Hackensack
HACKENSACK - Hackensack University Medical Center is continuing to host Rutgers Sports Awareness for Educating Today's Youth (S.A.F.E.T.Y.) clinics. The course was developed by the Rutgers Youth Sports Research Council in cooperation with the New Jersey Recreation and Park Association. The curriculum is based on the minimum standards for Volunteer Coaches' Safety orientation and Training Skill Program developed by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness.

The course is being offered in the medical center, at 30 Prospect Avenue in Hackensack from 6:45 to 10 p.m. Summer and fall course dates are scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, Tuesday, September 10 and Tuesday, November 12. Preregistration is required. The course fee is $30 per person and is payable on the evening of the course by cash or a check made out to "Hackensack University Medical Center." To register or inquire about additional course dates, call the Sports Medicine Institute at 201-996-3833.

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Dolls dominate in Connecticut tournament
ROCKLAND COUNTY - The U18 OTB Diamond Dolls earned the top seed in the upcoming Summer Sizzler fast-pitch, single-elimination softball tournament in Southington (CT). The Dolls have earned that spot with three victories without a loss in recent bracket play.

Michelle Brigham went 3-for-3, including a homer and two RBI as the Dolls roughed up the Adirondack Magic 9-1 in the opener. Kate Hansen notched the victory. Ali Meacham went 2-for-3 with two RBI as the Dolls beat the Ledyard (CT) Renegades. Danielle Buyea was the winning pitcher.

Hansen won the third game as the Dolls beat the Connecticut Breeze, 4-1. Meghan Hammer went 2-for-4 and scored twice.

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Westwood Dragons boys & girls sizzle competition
WESTWOOD - The Westwood Dragons Club U8 boys team finished the recent spring season in the Northern Counties Soccer Association unbeaten with a record of 9-0-1. Members of the team include Zach Stankus, Charlie DiBenedetto, Bryan Codner, Joe Boullianne, Daniel Potter, Ilya Mouravieff, Jake Kandel, David Canha, Tyler Fox, Austin Collignon, Jared Dublin, Bobby Grimaldi, Ariel Ahdoot and coaches Charlie DiBenedetto and Chris Codner.

The Dragons Soccer Club U10 girls team finished in first place in the Sixth Annual Maroons Soccer Tournament. Team members include Shannen Kandel, Kristen Woods, Anna Okoniewski, Lindsey Coughhour, Elena Ugenti, Hayley Stern and Alyssa Feldman, Helen McGavin, Arielle From, Amanda Mucci, Jessica Echeverry, Stephanie Senkevich, Samantha Codner and coaches Dave Okoniewski and Chris Codner.

To contact the Northern Counties Soccer Association click here.

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Junior Hockey League holds registration
PASCACK VALLEY - The Pascack Valley Junior Indians Ice Hockey Association is holding registration for the fall season. Area players, ages five to 14, should call Stu at 201-525-6331.

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Nuclears give competition meltdown at tourny
ROCKLAND COUNTY - The Newburgh Nuclears (19-12) won back-to-back games and moved into the final of the Warwick (RI) Invitational tournament.

The Nuclears opened with a 16-6 victory over Oriskany (NY). A.J. Dederick went 3-for-4 including a home run, and knocked in four. Jake Irwin added three RBI and pitcher John Giudice notched the victory.

In the second matchup, the Nuclears' Garrett Wasson and Kevin Swansson each had three hits and two RBI as Newburgh edged Woonsocket (R.I.) 11-9 in 11 innings. Paul Mongelli added three RBIs and Joe Moore got the win in relief.

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Ridgewood Junior Football Distributes Equipment
RIDGEWOOD - The Ridgewood Junior Football Association has announced that on Sunday, August 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., registered players will be fitted for uniforms and equipment. All equipment will be distributed from the pump house in the southeast corner of Veterans Field.

· Sunday, August 11th from 11 am to 3 P.M.

Coach Chuck Johnson's Wing T Camp still has openings available. The full day camp will begin on Monday, August 5th and run through Friday, August 9th at Ridgewood High School. Applications are available at the Stable on Maple Avenue.

Ridgewood is a member of the 18-team New Jersey Junior Football League (NJJFL) with individual teams competing at third through eighth grade levels. In addition, the RJFA fields cheerleading squads for each team and offers an intramural flag football program for second graders. Upwards of 350 Ridgewood boys and girls participated in last season's junior football program. For additional details about all RJFA programs and activities, click here.

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Wrestling Coach planned at PHHS
MONTVALE - Pascack Hills High School will hold a wrestling clinic intended for 5th through 12th graders from July 29 through August 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp director will be Montvale resident and Head Coach of the New York University wrestling team, Bruce Haberli.

The cost is $175 per wrestler. For information, call Coach Haberli at 212-998-2050 or Tom Walsh, assistant coach at NYU, at 914-843-8866.

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Developmental Leagues prep for USA Baseball team
NEW JERSEY - The Atlantic Scout and Media Baseball League begins play on Tuesday, September 3. The League is seeking players and select teams of ages 10 through 24. The League is also seeking baseball scouts to scout the league and run local teams.

The League is an Official Athlete Development Program for USA Baseball. USA Baseball runs the United States Olympic and Junior National team. The players in the league have a chance to be recommended as a candidate for the UDA national teams. The League begins in the fall and will also run during the spring and summer months.

For more information email the League here or call 1-800-878-8850.

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Ramapo Rally Bike Race is scheduled
RINGWOOD - The Ramapo Rally bicycle event will be held -- rain or shine -- on Sunday, September 29. The start is in the scenic Ramapo Valley at the Center for Family Resources. The Ramapo Rally offers varying routes of 25, 50, 75 and 100 miles.

For more information, call Joel at (201) 944-7226 or click here.

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UHR hosts charity Golf Tournament
ROCKLAND COUNTY - The second Unites Hospice of Rockland Gold Tournament will be held on Monday, September 9 at New York Country Club in New Heamstead. Deadline for sponsorship and registration is July 31.

The tournament will benefit the Unites Hospice of Rockland (UHR) terminally ill patients and their loved ones. To become a sponsor or to attend the event, contact Lisa at (845) 634-4974.

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Charity Golf Outing Planned
TEANECK - The fifth annual Teaneck Charity Golf Outing will be held on Monday, October 14 at Arcola Country Club in Paramus. The event is being hosted by the Bernard Gimbel Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center at Holy Name Hospital in Teaneck.

For information, call Lisa at 201-837-0727, ext. 125.

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Golf League returns to River Vale
RIVER VALE - The sixth annual Challengers' Cup returns to River Vale as the Bergen County Executive Links, in conjunction with the Tomorrows Children's Fund, prepares for another summer challenge. The Golf League is exclusively for businesspersons, professionals and entrepreneurs in the area. The matches will be held at River Vale Country Club.

Participants and teams will compete over a nine-week season in nine-hole match events in July and August. Matches are played midweek at reserved tee times between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. The Championship will be 18 holes and held at Ballyowen Golf Club in the Kittatiny Mountains. Tournament play begins in July; applications are currently being considered.

For more information and an application, call Executive Links at 201-560-0103. Twenty percent of all net proceeds will be donated to the Tomorrows Children's Fund.

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Charity Golf Outing is planned
EMERSON - Friends of Spring House for Women will host its eighth annual charity golf outing on Monday, September 30 at Hackensack Golf Club in Emerson.

The proceeds of the event will benefit Spring house for Women, the largest residential halfway house in New Jersey and the sole rehabilitation facility in Bergen County for women recovering from alcohol and drug abuse.

Golfers interested in reserving a foursome or individual space can call (201) 967-6300.