SPORTS BRIEFS

SML to hold Masters league tomorrow

The Saipan Major League remains upbeat about organizing a Masters Baseball League and will hold a general membership meeting tomorrow at the Gilbert C. Ada Gymnasium conference room.

SML official Tony Rogolifoi encouraged individuals interested in suiting up in the league to take part in the meeting scheduled for 5:30pm.

The league will be open to players above the age of 35 years and will serve as a venue to prepare for upcoming international competitions, such as tournaments in Australia.

Rogolifoi had earlier said that players must notify officials of their interest as team rosters will be organized by league officials.

Officials anticipate at least enough players to form four teams, however, if possible, more teams will be formed.

An opening date will be set as soon as all teams are organized and a venue is secured.

Rogolifoi added that performances in the league, which is expected to be an annual event, will serve as a key role in selecting members of the CNMI team to an upcoming masters tournament in Australia this November.

For more information, contact Rogolifoi at 664-2508.

Try Wayne Tri II on Monday

Organizers of the first Carolinian-run triathlon on Saipan are hosting the Try Wayne Tri II on Monday, Sept. 5.

The race entails a 1.2km swim around the semi-submerged WWII era tanks in the Saipan lagoon, a 20km bike to the seaport in Puerto Rico and back, and a 5km run to the Japanese tank at Quartermaster Road, and gets started at 7:30am.

Everyone is welcome to enter as participants of varying degrees of physical fitness are encouraged join in the casual concert of coordination without the worry of high expectation.

Individuals not sure about the challenge will not have to face the triathlon alone, as the TWTII is open to relay teams and athletes interested only in the bike and run portions as well.

Following the race, there will be male and female awards friendliness-Mr. and Ms. Congeniality, Costume, and talent, all of which will be awarded by committee. Aside from the prizes, one of the most attractive facets of the TWTII is the absence of an entry fee. There will be a commemorative t-shirt on sale for $10, and it would be best to reserve one as soon as possible.

For more info about the TWTII or to sign up as a volunteer for the Labor Day event, contact Wayne Bramlett via email at huengo@att.net or by calling 235-8583.

SFA derby rescheduled to Sept. 10 and 11

Officials of the Saipan Fishing Association recently announced that the much-anticipated 21st Annual Saipan International Fishing Tournament has been rescheduled to Sept. 10 and 11.

The derby was originally set for this past weekend, however, hazardous surf prevented anglers from taking the Marianas waters.

SFA also explained that all participants who are interested in getting their entry fee refunded can do so as long as a receipt is provided.

Refunds can be claimed at the MVA between 8am and 5pm. For refunds at MVA, contact Mary Muna at 664-3200.

Also, information on side bet group refund can be attained from Tony Scragg at 483-1112.

The information came as a blow as it was reported that Guam’s Hoa Nguyen of the Charlie Cat was returning for a second chance at bagging the big fish in the CNMI’s waters.

For more information about the Saipan Fisherman’s Association or the upcoming tournament, contact Frank Tudela or Ed Diaz at the Marianas Visitors Authority by calling 664-3200/01.