Sports briefs

Local runners needed

The 20th annual Memorial Mile road race will be May 31 at 9:35 a.m. in Boardman.

Some of the best runners in the Midwest will compete for $600 in gift certificates and awards in 14 age groups.

The fee for ages 15 and older is $8 in advance and $10 the day of race. Runners 14 and under are free with pre-registration.

The race starts at Routes 224 and 7. It’s sponsored by the Jock Stop.

For information call 330-726-8407 or visit www.jockstop.com.

Local hockey teams compete at Ice Zone

The men’s hockey league competed at the Ice Zone in Boardman May 3.

Giant Eagle beat the Gold Team 12-3. Lanai Lounge defeated Lannigans Irish Pub 5-1. Nicolinni’s bested Wade’s with a score of 5-2.

The league plays every Monday night at 7 p.m. at the Ice Zone.

Golf camp is available at Mill Creek

Link up to golf with a three-day golf camp Tuesday, Thursday and May 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Par 3 Golf Course at Mill Creek MetroParks.

This camp is designed for the true beginner. Lessons will focus on putting, short game, and full swing.

The cost is $35. Call 330-740-7112 to register.

Golf outing benefits Little Falcons

Austintown Little Falcons Golf Outing is May 30 at 8 a.m. with registration from 7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. at the Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course on Granview Road in Lake Milton.

The outing includes golf, beverages, golf cart, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There will be a 50/50 raffle, Chinese auction, and hole-in-one prizes.

Cost is $65 per person. For information, contact Mike Cook at 330-501-4577 or Matt Hlebak at 330-398-5512.