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Kiraly, Johnson reign in rain
Karch Kiraly and Adam Johnson found the winner's circle for the first time in 2000, taking the Paul Mitchell AVP Virginia Beach Open beach volleyball tournament between thunderstorms Sunday. Kiraly, who took the previous two weeks off to nurse a groin injury, and Johnson won the double final 6-2 over the surging team of Brent Frohoff (Manhattan Beach) and rookie Larry Witt, who have five consecutive top-seven finishes.
Canyon Ceman (Hermosa Beach) and Mike Whitmarsh, winners last week in New Jersey, placed third.
The AVP takes two weeks off before returning to the sand Aug. 18-20 at Seal Beach. The Manhattan Beach Open is Aug. 25-27.
Ensberg on a tear
Hermosa Beach native Morgan Ensberg continues to shine in the minor leagues. As of Sunday, the Round Rock Express (AA-Texas League) third baseman led all Houston Astros farmhands with 21 home runs. He also had driven in 69 runs and his average had inched above .300. With Houston 3B Ken Caminiti contemplating retirement, Ensberg, 25, has an outside shot to be the Astros' starter at third to open the 2001 season.
Cohen's an ace
Twelve-year-old Manhattan Beach boy Brandon Cohen had the thrill of a lifetime last week at The Lakes golf course in El Segundo. The seventh grader at the Manhattan Beach Middle School used a five-wood from 170 yards to ace the par-three third hole.
Wieland Shield Competition, 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4, Hermosa Beach Pier; and 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, Redondo Beach at Avenue C.
L.A. County Lifeguard Championships, 7 p.m. Friday Aug. 4, Redondo Beach at Avenue C.
Western Region Surfing Championships, 6:30 a.m. Saturday Aug. 5, Manhattan Beach at 45th Street. Males and females of all ages. Registering on sand is $25.
International Bodysurfing Championships, 7:15 a.m. Saturday Aug. 5, north side of Manhattan Beach Pier. Eleven age groups. Registering on sand is $20.
Dick Fitzgerald Two-Mile Beach Run, 8 a.m. Saturday Aug. 5, Hermosa Beach Pier. Eleven age groups for each gender. Registering on sand is $20. Entries will be accepted until 7:30 a.m. the day of the run
Six-Man/Six-Woman Volleyball Tournament, All day Saturday and Sunday Aug. 5-6, beginning at 9 a.m., Manhattan Beach Pier volleyball courts.
Southern California Lifeguard Championships, 7 p.m. Saturday Aug. 5, Redondo Beach at Avenue C. Come see if the South Bay lifeguards can defend their title and once again ring the Taplin Bell.
Velzy-Stevens Pier to Pier Paddleboard Championship, 7:15 a.m. Sunday Aug. 6, starts at Manhattan Beach Pier and ends at Hermosa Beach Pier. Ten classes. A limited number of entries accepted on race day with a late charge.
Dwight Crum Pier to Pier Swim, 9 a.m. Sunday Aug. 6, starts at Hermosa Beach Pier, ends at Manhattan Beach Pier. No late entries accepted.
Lifeguard Dory Race, 10 a.m. Sunday Aug. 6, Hermosa Beach Pier.
Community Sports
Redondo Beach Roller Hockey: The South Bay T.I.D.E.S. Roller Hockey Club will hold a walk-in registration for youth and adults for the Fall season on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Adams Arena, 2600 Ripley Avenue, Redondo Beach. The cost of the youth league is $125. The fee for adult registration is $115. Call 543-9939 for more information.
Hermosa Beach Volleyball Classes: Signups are underway for beach volleyball classes for adults and youths 8-12 in the beginning through intermediate skill levels. The adult classes meet once a week for six weeks from 6-7:30 p.m., and will be conducted at the courts south of the Hermosa Beach pier beginning Aug. 7 or 8. The youth class runs from 4:45-5:45 p.m. once a week for six weeks beginning Aug. 7. The cost for adults is $38 and youths is $33, but Hermosa residents get a $3 discount. Sign up at the Hermosa Community Center, 710 Pier Avenue, or call Steve Fillman at (310) 540-3615.
Redondo Beach Surf Camp: The last week-long session for kids ages 7-16 will be Aug. 7-11 in Redondo Beach from either 8-9:15 a.m. or 9:15-10:30 a.m. Learn water safety, efficient board handling skills, basic surfing techniques and tricks. The class costs $75. A soft foam board will be provided. Wetsuit and swimming skills are required. Register at the Redondo Beach Recreation Center, 320 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach. For more information or to register by phone, call Redondo Beach community services at 310-318-0610, ext. 3460 or instructor Steve Fillman at 310-540-3615.
estyle.com Classic Tickets: Tickets are available for the 2000 estyle.com Classic women's professional tennis tournament, to be played Aug. 7-13 at the Manhattan Country Club in Manhattan Beach. Grand Tier Box Seats below the grandstand are available for $275 apiece. They are good for all day and night sessions and come with clubhouse privileges. Weekend Special seats for $130 guarantee seating in the first seven rows of the reserved grandstand for the sessions Friday night, Saturday afternoon and night and the Sunday finals. Send your check or charge through Visa or Master Card to: estyle.com Classic Tournament Office, 1332 Park View Avenue, Suite 100, Manhattan Beach 90266, or call Ticketmaster. Seating is limited. For more information, call (310) 545-3200.
Redondo Beach Surf Classes for Kids: Kids 4-11 can learn to surf at Seaside Lagoon. Learn board handling skills, water safety, paddling and standing on soft foam boards in 3-5 feet of water. The five-session class will be Aug. 14-18 at either 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. The cost is $60. Register at the Redondo Beach Recreation Center, 320 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach. For more information or to register by phone, call Redondo Beach community services at 310-318-0610, ext. 3460 or instructor Steve Fillman at 310-540-3615.
Manhattan Beach Surf Contest: Manhattan Beach Parks and Rec. and the US Surfing Federation-Western Region will host a surf contest Aug. 12 at 6:30 a.m. on the south side of the Manhattan Beach Pier. The contest is open to all ages. The $20 entry fee is due to Parks and Rec., 1400 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach, no later than Aug. 10. A $25 fee will be charged to register the day of the event. Call 310-802-5413 or contest director George Pringle at 372-8442 for more information.
Hermosa Beach Over-the-Line: Teams are being accepted for the 4th Annual Spring Hermosa Beach Over-the-Line Softball Tournament to be played Aug. 19 just south of the Hermosa Beach Pier. There are men's and women's divisions and all teams are guaranteed four games for their $45 entry fee. Call tournament director Russ Johnson at (562) 866-8685 or the City of Hermosa Beach at 318-0280 to reserve a spot in the tournament.
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