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Co-ed Sand Volleyball Bring the energy to the sand with a mixed 6-on-6 volleyball league that blends competition and camaraderie. Upper and lower divisions offer the right fit for every team, ending the season with division playoffs and awards. W 5/13-8/5, $278 Location: Dodge Park Pickleball: Learn to Play Ages 18+ Discover the fastest-growing sport in America! Learn serving, scoring, and rules in this engaging class designed for new players or those seeking to refine fundamentals. SAT 4/11-5/2, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. $85/$110 Have you been wanting to see what pickleball is all about? Participants in this one-day class will learn the basic rules, strokes and strategies of the game. No prior experience neces sary. Paddles and balls are provided. Instructor: Donna Santi T 4/14, 6-8 p.m. T 5/12, 9:15-11:15 a.m. $17/$22 Location: Senior Center Intro to Pickleball: One-day Clinic Ages 50+

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Adult Softball Leagues Ages 18+ Join men’s, women’s, or co-ed divisions for evening games at Baumgartner Park. Includes single-elimination tournament and umpire-paid games. $630-$960+$100 forfeit fee, depending on league. Men’s: M 5/4, 6:25-11:05 p.m. Women’s: T 5/5, 6:25-11:05 p.m. Men’s: W 5/6, 6:25-11:05 p.m. Coed: TH 5/7, 6:25-11:05 p.m Coed: F 5/8, 6:25-11:05 p.m Adult Karate Ages 18+ Build strength, endurance, and confidence while mastering the fundamentals of karate. Learn self-defense, discipline, and humility in a motivating, fitness- focused environment for adults. T 2/3-3/31, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $66/$86 T 4/7-5/19, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $47/$60

Youth Baseball & Softball Our youth baseball and softball leagues focus on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship while helping players build confidence and grow their love of the game within a competitive yet recreational league setting. Leagues are available for softball players ages 6–15 and baseball players ages 6–16. Softball is sanctioned by USA Softball, and baseball follows PONY Baseball rules. Ages are determined as of Aug. 31, 2025, for T-Ball and softball, and April 30, 2026, for baseball. Early Bird pricing ends Feb. 28. Registration includes an eight-game guarantee, registered officials, custom jerseys, a full uniform kit, Opening Day celebration and end-of-season party. Important Dates: March 9: Deadline for team, coach, or player requests April 3: Final day to register and receive a uniform by Opening Day Week of May 4: Practices begin (weather permitting) May 12: T-Ball games begin May 30: Opening Day games and celebration Fees: Baseball & Softball $165 resident/$210 non-resident T-Ball $150 resident/$190 non-resident n Volunteer coaches are needed. Coaches must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check. Interested volunteers may email youthsports@sterlingheights.gov.

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