Sports & Recreation

Runners, Get Set to Register Early and Secure your Spot for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Week

Submitted by St. Jude on Tuesday, April 17th, 1:54 pm

Commit to raising $2,500 and receive exclusive weekend package; Discount pricing ends April 30

Early registration is now open for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend to from Nov. 29-Dec. 1. More than 17,000 participants are expected for the annually sold out event that benefits St. Jude, where the world’s sickest children receive the best care at no cost to their family.

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Bad Dog's Legacy Continues With Charity Run

Submitted by Tim Van Horn, Meteorologist

Sunday, April 1st, 2012, 6:57pm

The John "Bad Dog" McCormack Memorial 5K is coming up on Saturday, April 28th, benefiting Ronald McDonald House of Memphis.

McCormack used his radio fame to raise awareness & funds for Ronald McDonald House for over 20 years. The House serves the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patients & their families.

The race will wind through the streets of downtown Memphis, including around FedExForum & Riverside Drive.

Registration is $25 through April 11th ($5 more after the 11th).

To register, to find out more about the event, or learn more about the charity, check out their website.

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Off-Leash areas around Shelby County

Submitted by Katie Hannings, Editor

Friday, March 30th, 2012, 8:03am

Now that the weather is warmer, local pet lovers want somewhere to run around with their pups. If you don't want to stay in your own backyard, go to one of the off-leash dog parks in the area.

There are several locations throughout the Mid-South where dogs can enjoy the freedom of being off-leash and owners don't have to fear their furry friends running out into the street.

Safe, fenced-in areas are available to the public, and the only necessity for most is that the dog be up-to-date on vaccinations.

1. Shelby Farms Dog Park: The most well-known and largest in the area. The park has recently finished updates to the area which includes water, a wooded area and large fields. There is a separate entrance for the dog area, located off of Trinity Road at Gate 12.

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Youth Villages 5K Event Fundraiser Returns

Submitted by Tim Van Horn, Meteorologist

Saturday, March 24th, 2012, 8:19pm

The Youth Villages 5k still has a spot for you in its 2012 run, taking place Saturday, April 21 at the Ridgeway Center. The run benefits the Memphis-founded organization and offers programs and services to help emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families.

This year's fundraising goal is $90,000 and your entry can help make a difference.

Advance registration is $20 for adults & $15 for students and for non-timed walkers.

The race begins at 9:00 a.m.

For more information, check out their website or call 901-251-4827.

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Wheelin' & Dealin' at the Derby

Submitted by Tim Van Horn, Meteorologist

Saturday, February 4th, 2012, 4:09pm

Memphis Roller Derby is back in action at the Fairgrounds Pipkin Building with a College Night doubleheader on Saturday, February 18th.

The all-women's league flies around a flat track in a fast & furious (and sometimes very physical!) competition.

It's a battle for regional pride as the Memphis Hustlin' Rollers, led by controversial but inspirational Head Coach Sgt. Red, challenge the Oklahoma Victory Dolls.

Fans get a treat as an intra-league contest follows the opener.

The first bout starts at 6:00 p.m. For ticket info & more, check out the Memphis Roller Derby Website.

Sgt. Red leads the Memphis Hustlin' Rollers against OKC. (photo: memphisrollerderby.com)

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Winning is important...but at what cost?

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012, 8:07am

Living in Tennessee, we have seen first-hand how the disregard of NCAA compliance rules has had devastating effects on area colleges and their athletic programs.

On Saturday, February 18 Jim Booz, Dyersburg State Community College Alumnus and Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance at the University of Georgia, will speak candidly about compliance issues at a dinner before the Homecoming basketball games.

This event is open to the public.

Those who play sports, who coach sports or are fans of sports, will want to attend. The cost to attend is $15 per person and reservations must be made by Tuesday, February 14.

Those who played on any DSCC sports team or were on a DSCC cheerleading squad, are invited to come to a special reception before the dinner at 4:30 p.m. All former DSCC coaches are also invited to attend.

Later that evening, Dyersburg State will play Motlow State Community College. Tip t

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