Sports briefs

Neighbors Blitz starts next week

It’s football season - and not just for the varsity teams.

Starting next Saturday (Aug. 28), Neighbors will launch its version of the Blitz, a look at the schedules, results and photos from community football games. We’ll include information about the Little Cards, the middle school teams, the freshman games and the junior varsity squad.

Coaches and parents are already working to get us the information we need for this one page, weekly feature. But we can always use more help. Send us game recaps, stats and photos at neighbors@vindy.com. Don’t forget about the cheerleaders, concession workers or fans, either. We’ll get in as much as we can each week to showcase your teams. Sending your material by Tuesday will enhance your chances of getting it published in the next edition.

Canfield boys golfers open season with wins

The Canfield boys golf team shot a 155 to win its first two matches of the season with victories over Newton Falls (173) and Salem (181) on Aug. 11.

Dominic Carano carded a 37 to lead the Cardinals. Zach Eckert and Joe Benson each added a 39 and Ryan Sullivan shot 40.

Canfield golfers wins continue

The Canfield boys golf team went to 4-0 after it shot 164 to defeat Girard (170) and Hubbard (179) Aug. 12 at Kennsington golf course.

From the black tees, Canfield’s Boo Timko shot 38 to lead the team. Dominic Carano scored 41, followed by Joe Benson’s 42 and Zach Eckert’s 43.

Meet Canfield’s sports teams

Canfield High School’s fall sports teams will host a variety of Meet the Team and Senior Recognition events.

The middle school, junior varsity and varsity football teams will be introduced tonight at a steak fry in the high school cafeteria from noon to 7 p.m.

Senior Nights for Canfield teams include, girls golf team, Sept. 15 at 3:40 p.m. at Diamondback Golf Course; girls soccer, Sept. 22 at 6:40 p.m. in the high school stadium; the band, Oct. 1 at 7:10 p.m. in the high school stadium; volleyball team, Oct. 11 at 6:40 in the high school gym; and cheerleaders and football, Oct. 29 at 6:40 p.m. in the high school stadium. The girls tennis team tentatively set Sept. 27 as its senior night on the tennis courts at 3:45 p.m.

Canfield golfers compete in Aurora Invitational

The Canfield boys golf team finished 11th at the Aurora Invitational at Barrington Country Club Aug. 16. Dom Carano led the team with an 81 finish, followed by Zach Eckert’s 85. Ryan Sullivan shot an 86 and Joe Benson and Chris Wilkens carded 87.

Get involved in fall baseball

Boardman Park and Jump start Sports will host a Boardman Youth Fall Baseball Program from Sept. 12 to Oct. 17.

T-Birds T-Ball is a fun and highly instructional introduction to baseball for 3 and 4-year-olds. T-Ball sessions are 1 p.m. to 2 p.m..

Rookie League Baseball is an introduction to coach-pitch baseball for 5 and 6-year-olds. These sessions are from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

All sessions are at the Boardman Park baseball fields. Coaching will be led by Jump Start Sports Program Directors, but parents may assist.

All Fall Baseball programs cost $65 ($70 for nonresidents), and includes a team shirt and MLB hat.

To register, visit www.JumpStartSports.com. Paper registration is available with a $10 processing fee. For information, contact Rick Hart at 330-656-0090.