Topic: Sports
Boo Boo is Offering Free Online Fitness Workout Classes
Written on April 2, 2020 at 11:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja Williamson sums it up like this: Hey there, I’m helping everyone’s favorite boxer keep islanders entertained AND healthy so they’ll be able to fit into their pre-pandemic clothes. If you haven’t already downloaded zoom, DO IT! The workouts are only 30 minutes and even if you don’t do every move, you’ll definitely work your Continue Reading
Wolverine Winter Playoff Update
Written on February 28, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Brock Hauck checks in with an Update on the Wolverines… Winter Sports Post Season has begun. Below is an update on the post season opportunities for our winter sports teams. First Wrestling, then Girls Basketball, and finally Boys Basketball:
Island Rec- Volleyball Skills Clinic
Written on February 18, 2020 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bump, set, spike! This co-ed program is a 5-week skills clinic that will introduce participants to the basics of volleyball. Instructor Maureen Lamar is a former volleyball college athlete and has been coaching volleyball for over 5 years. Participants will learn the rules of the game as well as technical skills like passing, setting, and Continue Reading
Island Rec – Intro to Sports class
Written on February 16, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Intro to Sports is designed to get your children prepared for organized sports. With a step-by-step approach, the program builds confidence and self-esteem. Island Rec staff will work together with your child in a supportive environment to learn throwing, catching, batting, dribbling and much more. Open to ages 5-7, we will pack plenty of action Continue Reading
Island Rec –Off Island Teen Trips – Grades 6-8
Written on January 28, 2020 at 8:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Island Rec for a series of off island teen trips. First up is the YMCA Climbing Wall in Bellingham on February 17th. First timers and seasoned climbers are welcome to join us as we head up to the Whatcom Family YMCA in Bellingham to take on the tallest indoor climbing wall in the Pacific Continue Reading
Futsal
Written on January 18, 2020 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to announce that they are offering another installment of Futsal. Join Coach Randy Martin for skills work and games in this fast paced, dynamic indoor soccer game. Sessions are held Saturday afternoons at the Fair Building; February 1st – 29th for ages 8-18. Ages 8-10 play 11:00am-12:00 pm Ages 11-14 play Continue Reading
Resolution Run Results
Written on January 3, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec shares the race results for their 5th Annual Resolution Run 5k and Salish Splash… It was a great turn-out of 54 registered runners, the largest Resolution Run thus far! We had plenty of runners and walkers that enjoyed the good weather at Jackson Beach. A few brave participants jumped into the waters for Continue Reading
Swim Lessons
Written on December 31, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to offer another installment of Swim Lessons at SJI Fitness. The fun starts on Saturday, January 25th with Parent and Child (Ages 6 mo- 3 yrs) at 9:15-9:45 am, Beginner Skills (Ages 4+) at 9:55- 10:25 am, and Pre-K Water Play (ages 4-5) at 10:35-11:05 am. These Saturday classes will run Continue Reading
5th Annual Resolution Run and Salish Splash
Written on December 13, 2019 at 12:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Sprint into a new decade with Island Rec at our Fifth Annual Resolution Run 5k scheduled for a 10am start on Tuesday, January 1, 2020. This is a family and dog friendly fun run that travels from Jackson Beach to Mullis, into town, up Argyle and back to Jackson Beach. At 11:00am, join us Continue Reading
Pickleball at the Fairgrounds
Written on November 6, 2019 at 6:28 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This notice is being published again with corrected information… Join us in the sport that is sweeping the nation! Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It has simple rules that make is accessible to a wide range of age ranges and skill levels. The sport was invented Continue Reading
Bingo Night Fundraiser
Written on October 18, 2019 at 8:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bingo Night is this Saturday October 19th at 5:00 at San Juan Brewery, 410 A Street, Friday Harbor. Great bingo prizes and a live auction. All proceeds go to help complete the John O. Linde Park Baseball Field.
Wolverines at LaConner
Written on October 18, 2019 at 8:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Ranked FHHS Wolverines Football Travels to LaConner, Look to Remain Unbeaten in League Story by Mike Martin… Friday Night the FHHS Wolverines look to extend their five-game winning streak as they travel to LaConner to take on the Braves. LaConner is 1-4 on the season and has lost two straight. During the Wolverine’s winning Continue Reading
Teen Open Gym with Island Rec
Written on October 15, 2019 at 8:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Teen Open Gym is now running for grades 6-12 on Sunday nights from 7-8:30pm. Grab a friend and come to the Turnbull Gym for some basketball or other indoor games at this free, drop-in program. A parent waiver is required. Check out all of Island Rec’s events at www.islandrec.org, stop by our office Monday – Continue Reading
Girls and Boys Basketball Leagues
Written on October 14, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is time to register for Island Rec Girls and Boys Basketball Leagues, open to all kids in grades 2 through 8. The focus of this league is development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on Island, Sundays in Turnbull Gym. Boys basketball league Continue Reading
Island Rec Adult Drop-in Programs
Written on October 1, 2019 at 9:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s evening drop-in programs begin this week at Turnbull Gym. Now that it’s getting cooler outside, join us for some indoor fitness. Beginning 09/30/2019 at Turnbull Gym: Monday 7:30-9:30pm – Ping Pong & Pickleball Tuesdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Basketball Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm –Badminton & Ping Pong Thursdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Pickleball &Volleyball All participants must Continue Reading
Socially Active: Tiny Radio Launches Tiny TV YouTube Channel
Written on September 15, 2019 at 10:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
For the past 8 years Friday Harbor Tiny Radio has hosted high school sports on 1650 AM and on FHTinyRadio.com. FH Tiny Radio will now stream live football, basketball, soccer, softball, and baseball games for the 2019-20 season. With little fanfare it started with last Friday’s home opener for the football team. “Surprisingly we had Continue Reading
New Island Rec Swim Class
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is offering a new installment of swim lessons this fall for various ages and skill levels. Our featured class is: All Swim (Ages 6+). The only prerequisite of this class is a desire to be a better swimmer. Multiple instructors take your child to the next level. There is structured time for water Continue Reading
49th Annual Shaw Island Classic Race Results
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The currents were strong, the winds light and temperamental, for the 48 sailboats in the 499h annual running of the Shaw Island Classic. Hosted by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, the race is a highlight of the summer boating season, drawing sailors from throughout the region to circumnavigate Shaw Island. Racers can circle the Continue Reading
Congratulations Bob!
Written on July 31, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bob Stavers, avid cyclist, took second place in the Washington State Senior Games in Olympia yesterday in his age class (75-80). He won the silver in the 40 km road race with a time of 1:21. The state games lead up to the biennial National Championships which will be held in Fort Lauderdale in 2021. Continue Reading
42nd Annual 8.8K Loop Run
Written on July 31, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
42 Years Running! Island Rec and Xtreme Fitness invite you to take part in the 42nd Annual Friday Harbor 8.8k Loop Run/Walk scheduled for a 9:00am start on Saturday August 17, 2019. People of all ages enjoy running or walking in this race. Register for $25 for kids 12 and under and $30 for racers Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation Partners to Finish Baseball Field
Written on July 12, 2019 at 4:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Thanks to a generous gift from an anonymous donor, the baseball field at the John O. Linde Community Park will be completed in 2019. With the San Juan Island Community Foundation serving as the fund steward, Mike Carlson Enterprises broke ground in late June and will complete the baseball field, walking path and general use Continue Reading
Baseball Field Construction
Written on June 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work to complete one more athletic field – this one for baseball — got under way on June 10 at the John O. Linde Community Park by Mike Carlson Construction. The San Juan Island Community Foundation is overseeing the work through an oversight committee , Island Rec director Maddie Ovenell said. Island Rec operates and Continue Reading
Boo Boo is Offering Free Online Fitness Workout Classes
Written on April 2, 2020 at 11:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja Williamson sums it up like this: Hey there, I’m helping everyone’s favorite boxer keep islanders entertained AND healthy so they’ll be able to fit into their pre-pandemic clothes. If you haven’t already downloaded zoom, DO IT! The workouts are only 30 minutes and even if you don’t do every move, you’ll definitely work your Continue Reading
Wolverine Winter Playoff Update
Written on February 28, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Brock Hauck checks in with an Update on the Wolverines… Winter Sports Post Season has begun. Below is an update on the post season opportunities for our winter sports teams. First Wrestling, then Girls Basketball, and finally Boys Basketball:
Island Rec- Volleyball Skills Clinic
Written on February 18, 2020 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bump, set, spike! This co-ed program is a 5-week skills clinic that will introduce participants to the basics of volleyball. Instructor Maureen Lamar is a former volleyball college athlete and has been coaching volleyball for over 5 years. Participants will learn the rules of the game as well as technical skills like passing, setting, and Continue Reading
Island Rec – Intro to Sports class
Written on February 16, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Intro to Sports is designed to get your children prepared for organized sports. With a step-by-step approach, the program builds confidence and self-esteem. Island Rec staff will work together with your child in a supportive environment to learn throwing, catching, batting, dribbling and much more. Open to ages 5-7, we will pack plenty of action Continue Reading
Island Rec –Off Island Teen Trips – Grades 6-8
Written on January 28, 2020 at 8:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Island Rec for a series of off island teen trips. First up is the YMCA Climbing Wall in Bellingham on February 17th. First timers and seasoned climbers are welcome to join us as we head up to the Whatcom Family YMCA in Bellingham to take on the tallest indoor climbing wall in the Pacific Continue Reading
Futsal
Written on January 18, 2020 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to announce that they are offering another installment of Futsal. Join Coach Randy Martin for skills work and games in this fast paced, dynamic indoor soccer game. Sessions are held Saturday afternoons at the Fair Building; February 1st – 29th for ages 8-18. Ages 8-10 play 11:00am-12:00 pm Ages 11-14 play Continue Reading
Resolution Run Results
Written on January 3, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec shares the race results for their 5th Annual Resolution Run 5k and Salish Splash… It was a great turn-out of 54 registered runners, the largest Resolution Run thus far! We had plenty of runners and walkers that enjoyed the good weather at Jackson Beach. A few brave participants jumped into the waters for Continue Reading
Swim Lessons
Written on December 31, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to offer another installment of Swim Lessons at SJI Fitness. The fun starts on Saturday, January 25th with Parent and Child (Ages 6 mo- 3 yrs) at 9:15-9:45 am, Beginner Skills (Ages 4+) at 9:55- 10:25 am, and Pre-K Water Play (ages 4-5) at 10:35-11:05 am. These Saturday classes will run Continue Reading
5th Annual Resolution Run and Salish Splash
Written on December 13, 2019 at 12:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Sprint into a new decade with Island Rec at our Fifth Annual Resolution Run 5k scheduled for a 10am start on Tuesday, January 1, 2020. This is a family and dog friendly fun run that travels from Jackson Beach to Mullis, into town, up Argyle and back to Jackson Beach. At 11:00am, join us Continue Reading
Pickleball at the Fairgrounds
Written on November 6, 2019 at 6:28 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This notice is being published again with corrected information… Join us in the sport that is sweeping the nation! Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It has simple rules that make is accessible to a wide range of age ranges and skill levels. The sport was invented Continue Reading
Bingo Night Fundraiser
Written on October 18, 2019 at 8:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bingo Night is this Saturday October 19th at 5:00 at San Juan Brewery, 410 A Street, Friday Harbor. Great bingo prizes and a live auction. All proceeds go to help complete the John O. Linde Park Baseball Field.
Wolverines at LaConner
Written on October 18, 2019 at 8:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Ranked FHHS Wolverines Football Travels to LaConner, Look to Remain Unbeaten in League Story by Mike Martin… Friday Night the FHHS Wolverines look to extend their five-game winning streak as they travel to LaConner to take on the Braves. LaConner is 1-4 on the season and has lost two straight. During the Wolverine’s winning Continue Reading
Teen Open Gym with Island Rec
Written on October 15, 2019 at 8:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Teen Open Gym is now running for grades 6-12 on Sunday nights from 7-8:30pm. Grab a friend and come to the Turnbull Gym for some basketball or other indoor games at this free, drop-in program. A parent waiver is required. Check out all of Island Rec’s events at www.islandrec.org, stop by our office Monday – Continue Reading
Girls and Boys Basketball Leagues
Written on October 14, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is time to register for Island Rec Girls and Boys Basketball Leagues, open to all kids in grades 2 through 8. The focus of this league is development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on Island, Sundays in Turnbull Gym. Boys basketball league Continue Reading
Island Rec Adult Drop-in Programs
Written on October 1, 2019 at 9:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s evening drop-in programs begin this week at Turnbull Gym. Now that it’s getting cooler outside, join us for some indoor fitness. Beginning 09/30/2019 at Turnbull Gym: Monday 7:30-9:30pm – Ping Pong & Pickleball Tuesdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Basketball Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm –Badminton & Ping Pong Thursdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Pickleball &Volleyball All participants must Continue Reading
Socially Active: Tiny Radio Launches Tiny TV YouTube Channel
Written on September 15, 2019 at 10:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
For the past 8 years Friday Harbor Tiny Radio has hosted high school sports on 1650 AM and on FHTinyRadio.com. FH Tiny Radio will now stream live football, basketball, soccer, softball, and baseball games for the 2019-20 season. With little fanfare it started with last Friday’s home opener for the football team. “Surprisingly we had Continue Reading
New Island Rec Swim Class
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is offering a new installment of swim lessons this fall for various ages and skill levels. Our featured class is: All Swim (Ages 6+). The only prerequisite of this class is a desire to be a better swimmer. Multiple instructors take your child to the next level. There is structured time for water Continue Reading
49th Annual Shaw Island Classic Race Results
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The currents were strong, the winds light and temperamental, for the 48 sailboats in the 499h annual running of the Shaw Island Classic. Hosted by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, the race is a highlight of the summer boating season, drawing sailors from throughout the region to circumnavigate Shaw Island. Racers can circle the Continue Reading
Congratulations Bob!
Written on July 31, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bob Stavers, avid cyclist, took second place in the Washington State Senior Games in Olympia yesterday in his age class (75-80). He won the silver in the 40 km road race with a time of 1:21. The state games lead up to the biennial National Championships which will be held in Fort Lauderdale in 2021. Continue Reading
42nd Annual 8.8K Loop Run
Written on July 31, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
42 Years Running! Island Rec and Xtreme Fitness invite you to take part in the 42nd Annual Friday Harbor 8.8k Loop Run/Walk scheduled for a 9:00am start on Saturday August 17, 2019. People of all ages enjoy running or walking in this race. Register for $25 for kids 12 and under and $30 for racers Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation Partners to Finish Baseball Field
Written on July 12, 2019 at 4:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Thanks to a generous gift from an anonymous donor, the baseball field at the John O. Linde Community Park will be completed in 2019. With the San Juan Island Community Foundation serving as the fund steward, Mike Carlson Enterprises broke ground in late June and will complete the baseball field, walking path and general use Continue Reading
Baseball Field Construction
Written on June 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work to complete one more athletic field – this one for baseball — got under way on June 10 at the John O. Linde Community Park by Mike Carlson Construction. The San Juan Island Community Foundation is overseeing the work through an oversight committee , Island Rec director Maddie Ovenell said. Island Rec operates and Continue Reading