TYNAN HAPPENINGS                      

GYM NOTES:

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

The Instructional Basketball for 5-7-year old is going strong.  After the 4th week the children are focusing on the basic fundamental skills of the game.  This week we worked on dribbling and ended the day with a Shooting Game enjoyed by all.  Stars of the week were Patrick Cherry, Benjamin Cherry, Sienna Holtzmuller, and Kane Coughlin.

 

INDOOR GOLF CLINIC

The Spring Indoor Golf Clinic began on Wednesday, March 28th.  The youth class is open for boys and girls ages 7-17 and will be from 6-7 pm.  The adult class will follow from 7-8 pm.  There are still slots available for those still interested.  The clinic is a great opportunity for individuals to learn techniques on their swing, putting, and pitching.  The instructors do a fabulous job each year.  Stop by the Tynan to register.

 

GIRLS FITNESS CLASS

The girls did a fantastic in class last week.  Amanda McCarthy, Fitness Instructor, had everyone on their toes and working hard.  There are still slots available for any girl 10 and over to register.  Classes are held on Monday nights from 6-7 pm.

 

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

The 76ers took on the Rockets in the first game.  At halftime the Rockets were ahead with a 7-4 lead.  The 76ers fought back in the second half scoring 14 points but came up short.  The Rockets took the victory, by the score of 21-18.  Brayden Buckley had 8 points and James Barrett 6 points for the 76ers.  Evan Pierce had a strong game for the Rockets, scoring 11 points and Ryan McGarrell with 7 points.

In the following game, the Bucks defeated the Timberwolves in a thriller, by the score of 17-14.  Mario Blasi had 7 points and Derek Austin 4 points for the Bucks.  Aidan Colton had 7 points and Ryan Alexander 4 points for the Timberwolves.

 

MIDDLE SCHOOL/ EARLY HIGH SCHOOL TUTORING

Thanks to the SBCDF, we were able to construct a tutoring program for middle school and high school youth who are in need for one-on-one math and/or other homework help assistance. Contact youth worker, Katie O’Connell, @ the Tynan Community Center for further details.  (617) 635-5110.