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November 6, 2026

Saturday Is Deadline For Trion Recreation Department Basketball Registration

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Parents planning to sign their children up for basketball through the Trion Recreation Department have just one more day to register.

The department is accepting registrations for its youth basketball program through Saturday, November 7.

The program includes three divisions, with opportunities for boys and girls of different ages to participate.

The youngest division is 6U coed basketball, allowing boys and girls age 6 and under to play together.

Separate boys’ and girls’ divisions are available for ages 8U through 12U.

The Trion Recreation Department is encouraging parents to complete registration before Saturday’s deadline so their children can participate in the upcoming basketball season.

Registration closes November 7.

October 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Improvements Underway At Trion Recreation Department

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The Trion Recreation Department is making improvements to two of its recreational facilities, including resurfacing the community splash pad and adding new covered batting cages.

The department announced the projects Tuesday, sharing photographs of the work underway.

The splash pad, a popular warm-weather attraction for local families, is receiving a new surface. The improvements will help prepare the facility for future use when warmer weather returns.

Meanwhile, new covered batting cages are being added to the recreation department’s athletic facilities. The covered structure will provide an area for baseball and softball players to practice their hitting skills while offering protection from the weather.

Photographs shared by the recreation department show the splash pad undergoing resurfacing and the covered batting cage structure taking shape.

The projects are part of ongoing improvements to Trion’s recreational facilities, which serve children, families and youth sports programs throughout the community.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Winter Youth Basketball Registration Underway

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Registration is underway for the Summerville Parks and Recreation Department’s winter youth basketball program.

Parents can register children now through November 1 for several age divisions.

The department is offering 5/6-year-old coed basketball, along with girls’ leagues for ages 7U through 12U and boys’ leagues for ages 7U through 14U.

Registration is available online at www.summervillerec.org.

The youth basketball program is part of Summerville Parks and Recreation’s winter sports offerings, providing local children an opportunity to participate in organized recreational basketball.

Parents interested in having their children participate are encouraged to complete registration before the November 1 deadline.

August 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Celebrates $735,000 MUSCO Sports Lighting Upgrade At Ballfields

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The City of Summerville is celebrating the completion of a major recreational improvement following the installation of new MUSCO Sports Lighting at the Summerville and Fairway ballfields.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Recreation Department Seeking Volunteer Coaches

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The Trion Recreation Department is looking for volunteers to help coach youth sports this season and is currently seeking coaches for several teams.

The department needs:

2 coaches for 6U Soccer
1 coach for 8U Soccer
1 coach for 10U Volleyball

Officials say coaching is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young athletes by teaching teamwork, building character and having fun.

Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact the Trion Recreation Department for more information about becoming a coach.

July 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville to Celebrate Recreation Improvements Today

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The City of Summerville is inviting the public to attend the first of two open house celebrations today as it highlights recent improvements to the city’s recreational facilities.

The first event will be held today at 11 a.m. at the Summerville Recreation Center, where city officials will celebrate the installation of the facility’s new gymnasium HVAC system. The public is invited to attend.

A second celebration is scheduled for Friday, July 24, at 8:30 p.m. at Dunson Field, where the city will officially unveil the new MUSCO ballfield lighting system during youth baseball and softball games.

Summerville Parks and Recreation Director Adam Wilson said both events are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to join the city in celebrating the completion of these important recreation improvements.

July 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Local Travel Volleyball Program to Hold Evaluations July 25

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Young volleyball players in Chattooga County will have an opportunity to compete at the next level as One County One Team Travel Volleyball prepares for its upcoming season.

The program will host open sign-ups and evaluations on Saturday, July 25, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at the North Summerville Dewey Hopkins Gym.

The travel program is designed to expand competitive volleyball opportunities for local athletes and is inviting players ages 11 through 15 to participate. Organizers say the number of teams and age divisions will depend on turnout, making the evaluation an important step in forming teams for the season.

Players attending should bring knee pads and a drink. Evaluations will include movement drills, basic skills assessments and scrimmage-style play.

Team dues are $250, payable at the end of August. The fee covers two uniforms and helps provide equipment and other team needs throughout the season.

For additional information, families may contact Byrina Womack at byrinawomack5@gmail.com.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City of Summerville to Celebrate Recreation Improvements with Two Open House Events

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The City of Summerville is inviting the public to attend two open house celebrations later this month highlighting recent improvements to the city’s recreational facilities.

The first event will be held Wednesday, July 22, at 11 a.m. at the Summerville Recreation Center, where city officials will celebrate the installation of the facility’s new gymnasium HVAC system.

A second celebration is scheduled for Friday, July 24, at 8:30 p.m. at Dunson Field, where the city will officially unveil the new MUSCO ballfield lighting system during youth baseball and softball games.

Summerville Parks and Recreation Director Adam Wilson said both events are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend as the city marks the completion of these important recreation projects.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

LaFayette to Build New Wrestling Facility as Recreation Program Continues Rapid Growth

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The City of LaFayette is investing in the future of its youth wrestling program with the construction of a new dedicated facility, providing a permanent home for a program that has grown significantly over the past decade.

July 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville and Trion Recreation Departments Open Registration for Fall Youth Sports

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Families in Chattooga County can now sign up children for fall youth sports as both the Summerville and Trion Recreation Departments have opened registration for the upcoming season.